Filed by BMW of North America, LLC on March 12, 2025; 1 model-year listings affected.
Electronic stability control (ESC) · Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
NHTSA campaign 25V154000 · reported March 12, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 192 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.
- The risk
- A loss of rear brake function increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.