BMW of North America, LLC is recalling 36,922 of its 2025-2026 X3 vehicles because the steering wheel may rotate unexpectedly while the vehicle is stationary. This unexpected rotation can lead to a loss of control if it occurs on the road or cause injury to someone inside or near the vehicle. BMW will provide a free software update for the steering system, which can be completed at a dealership or delivered through an over-the-air (OTA) update.
The steering wheel can move or rotate without driver input, which increases the risk of a crash while driving and the risk of injury to occupants while the vehicle is parked.
Steering system software update
Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response