Unintended Steering Wheel Movement
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 25V857000 |
| Report Received Date | 12/11/2025 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Vehicles Affected | 36,922 |
| Completion Rate | 0% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | Yes |
Description
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Issue
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Consequence Summary
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Corrective Action
The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
