2011 BMW X3 Problems and Repair Histories
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2011 BMW X3s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2011 BMW X3 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2011 BMW X3 problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2011 BMW X3 problems and repair histories that follow it.
BMW X3 Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2011 | BMW X3 | 23 X3s, 9.2 months of data per X3, average 12100 miles Small sample size. Join or 23 X3s, 9.2 months of data per X3, average 12100 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2011 BMW X3 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 31000 | 0 | vibration felt in steering wheel. (1)rebalanced tires, (2)replaced left tie rod end, (3)replaced steering rack (4)replaced rear drive shaft. |
| BMW X3 in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | Replaced right front passenger window regulator which had failed - 3 week wait for part. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 22000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X3 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 5580 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 26040 | 0 | Back plate was rubbing on disc causing loud metallic grinding sound. |
| BMW X3 in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 6820 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 17960 | 0 | Driver side front window was squeaking when going up and down. |
| Mar | 2013 | 23560 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | Replaced the Eccentric Shaft and valve tronic servo motor. Reprogrammed complete vehicle. | |
| Sep | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | Check engine light was on. Nothing wrong was identified and the light was reset. At this time they noted the rear tires were badly worn on the inside. Two more tires were replaced. In less than a year all four tires had to be replaced. |
2011 BMW X3 4dr SUV
turbocharged 181hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X3 in Bulgaria | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 44020 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 45880 | 0 | Water in front right light |
| Jan | 2013 | 47980 | 0 | Turbo replaced Noise in the front left suspension |
| Mar | 2013 | 52080 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X3 in Indonesia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 920 | 0 | Replacing mechanism for floating headliner Checking function of soft top sunroof Slid. parts Mech. system |
| Jan | 2013 | 5580 | 0 | Driver's side window screeching upon opening/closing |
| Mar | 2013 | 5580 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 BMW X3 4dr SUV
240-horsepower 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 0 | Rear hatch opens sporadically when using remote fob. Indicator on dash states that rear hatch stll open when it has been closed. | |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | Rear hatch still not functioning properly. Dealer advised that hatch cylinder(s) are leaking. Ordered new parts. To be installed in two weeks. | |
| Nov | 2011 | 1860 | 0 | Rear hatch does not close properly. Interior light indicates open hatch. Parts replaced to no avail. |
| Dec | 2011 | 1860 | 0 | Rear hatch still does not close properly every time. Occasionally, hatch does not respond to key remote. |
| Jan | 2012 | 1860 | 0 | Rear hatch does not close consistently even after 5-6 repair trips for it. Replacement latch ordered. |
| Apr | 2012 | 6780 | 0 | Rear hatch latch replaced. |
| Feb | 2013 | 15120 | 0 | Indication that front hood was open. Dealer replaced sensor and latches |
| Mar | 2013 | 16120 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 7700 | 0 | The tire pressure monitor was giving malfunction notifications. |
| Sep | 2012 | 13000 | 200 | The tire pressure monitor was giving malfunction notifications. |
| Mar | 2013 | 16000 | 0 | Tire pressure monitor reported failure |
| BMW X3 in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 14260 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 21700 | 175 | Could not remove the wheel to change winter tires. Lock nut system was broken and had to cut them |
| BMW X3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 1860 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 11540 | 0 | noise from trunk area - tailgate is bouncing on the latch. Solution was to reseat the tailgate (I believe this was the mounts that the tailgate rests on when closed) Electronic throttle - sluggish on tip-in. Dealer test drive detected no problems (could not replicate) - note they are aware of the service bulletin that exists for this issue (an ECU reflash will correct the problem) |
| Mar | 2013 | 17980 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X3 in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 0 | The Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction warning was going off. They said they replaced the right front wheel pressure sensor. While driving home from the repair to TPM malfunction on 4/10/12, the warning for TPM malfunction went off EIGHT times. On 4/19/2012 replaced all tire pressure sensors besides right front due to previous replacement. | |
| Jun | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | The visor/shade on the sunroof would not open. After several separate attempts, finally got this to open, then it wouldn't close. The sunroof itself would go up and down (not open fully), but the shade would not move. While talking on my Bluetooth, I arrived home. To disconnect the call, I had to walk quite a distance. The vehicle was completely shut off. When I walked closer, the phone reconnected to the Bluetooth. Happened 3 separate days/calls. Not every time, but frequently, when I push the button the second time to turn the vehicle off, the windshield wipers "jump" from the resting position. The windshield wipers have not been on when this happens. My memory seats do not "remember" the settings. This has happened a few times, but not all of the time. |
| Jul | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Memory on seats fixed. Replaced combox to fix Bluetooth. My phone wouldn’t pair when got home. Sent someone to my house to assist. After several attempts (and 2 phone calls), he was able to successfully pair the phone. Have had a couple of problems with it since then. Dealer saying both that the wipers "jump" by design, to keep them from dry rotting to the windshield, and that they can't replicate this. Which? |
| Sep | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Went through BBB, got car bought back by BMW. Continuing problem with Bluetooth, new one with RDS feed. |
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