2020 BMW X3 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 BMW X3. The most-reported areas: Electrical System (35), Engine (26), Unknown Or Other (17).
Key takeaways
- 110 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 2 involve a crash, 6 a fire, 0 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 | 32% |
| Engine | 26 | 24% |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 | 15% |
| Power Train | 14 | 13% |
| Air Bags | 8 | 7% |
| Structure | 8 | 7% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | 5% |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 4% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | 3% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3% |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 3% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2020 BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Engine - filed 2026-10-08
I am reporting a safety concern involving BMW vehicles equipped with the B58 Technical Update (B58TU) engine, commonly found in model years 2019–2021. These vehicles utilize a variable-displacement engine oil pump containing an internal thermoplastic adjusting component responsible for regulating oil pressure. Field fa...
Electrical System,unknown Or Other,visibility/Wiper - filed 2026-08-11
I am reporting a chronic manufacturing defect on my 2020 BMW X3 that poses an immediate electrical short-circuit and vehicle safety hazard. The passenger-side panoramic sunroof drainage system/roof structure leaks water heavily through the side panel joint of the door frame, directly saturating the front passenger floo...
Fuel System, Diesel,electrical System - filed 2026-08-04
The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the message “Heat Management Module Malfunction” was displayed and the warning light was illuminated. The drive-train warning light was illuminated. Upon research, the contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Die...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.