2005 BMW X3 problems by component
103 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 BMW X3, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats → | 48 | 47% | 95,340 mi |
| Air Bags → | 30 | 29% | 78,000 mi |
| Electrical System → | 18 | 17% | 89,435 mi |
| Structure | 7 | 7% | — |
| Engine | 5 | 5% | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 4% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3% | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2% | — |
| Steering | 2 | 2% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2% | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.