NHTSA recall 26V524000
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
BMW X3
Reported Aug 12, 202613 vehicles affectedBMW of North America, LLC
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
The risk
An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.