2007 BMW X3 SAV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other X3 SAV years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 BMW X3 SAV. That is the most of any X3 SAV model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is power train (46 complaints, 29%), typically at around 16,750 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 20 fires, 21 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 160owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 BMW X3 SAV problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 46 | 29% | 16,750 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 41 | 26% | 91,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 41 | 26% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 21 | 13% | 92,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 18 | 11% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2% | 57,748 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 2% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 2% | 93,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1% | 4,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1% | 111,765 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 1% | 29,706 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 92,538 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 45,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 1% | 76,350 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 BMW X3 SAV recalls (2)
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Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.
Fix: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy. The remedy is currently being developed. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 1, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My vehicle is under two recalls: 17v605 17v683 as recommended, i took my vehicle in to the bmw dealer for the recalls. The dealer returned the vehicle to me stating that the remedy for the recall was not yet available. Since that time, i continue to receive recall notices from bmw for the same…
I recieved a recall for pvc valve heater last year dec 2017 until now april 20 2018 my car is not fix and i get overheat when my car is stuck on traffic.
All four engine mounting bolts are sheared and completely broken. The vehicle was not in any kind of accident and no other issues i.e. Engine taken out and reusage of bolts, etc. The engine was sitting on the surrounding chassis. This caused the engine head to crack and oil leaking onto the exhaust
Takata recall - my vehicle has a recall and no one has a remedy for it. Not the dealer, manufacturer or takata. The issue is that i need my car and the front seat passenger airbag sensor is not working properly. I have received documentation from takata and bmw that there currently is no remedy. My…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The chattanooga bmw dealer…
Other BMW X3 SAV years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 X3 SAV | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 X3 SAV | 13 | 1 |
| 2010 X3 SAV | 23 | 3 |
| 2009 X3 SAV | 16 | 2 |
| 2008 X3 SAV | 56 | 2 |
| 2007 | 160 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW X3 SAV?
Owners most often report power train, air bags, seats problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 46 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW X3 SAV?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 BMW X3 SAV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other X3 SAV model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.