BMW · United States · High
BMW X3: Steering — steering control module
Affects BMW X3 · 2025–2026 — about 37K vehicles.
The hazard
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
What to do
The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational