2019 BMW X3 vs 2020 BMW X3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 BMW X3 | 2020 BMW X3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 169 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 330 | 286 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 10,000 mi | 23,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X3 | BMW X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 47 | 35 |
| Engine | 33 | 25 |
| Structure | 31 | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 | 14 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 13 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 21 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 5 |
| Water leaks | 5 | 0 |
2019 BMW X3
2020 BMW X3
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.