BMW X3 (2017) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
BMW is recalling certain 2017 X3 models with a risk of fire due to melting intake manifold from EGR cooler leaks. Owners must contact BMW for free repairs.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling 2017 X3 vehicles with a potential fire hazard from a melting intake manifold caused by EGR cooler leaks. This could lead to serious injury if the coolant mixes with diesel soot and melts the intake manifold. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225614-bmw-x3-2017-recall-engine-cooling-risk-of-fire.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225614-bmw-x3-2017-recall-engine-cooling-risk-of-fire · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V755000
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“BMW X3 (2017) Recall: Engine Cooling Risk of Fire.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225614-bmw-x3-2017-recall-engine-cooling-risk-of-fire. Based on NHTSA recall #18V755000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V755000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the EGR cooler leaks, coolant mixes with diesel engine soot. The high temperatures from the EGR system can cause these particles to smolder and melt the intake manifold, potentially starting a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 BMW X3 vehicles with the specific EGR cooler model are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the repair are at risk of fire.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017 BMW X3 has an EGR cooler with an integrated cooler. The recall covers specific model years and trim levels from 2013-2018.
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What to do — step by step
Contact BMW
Owners should call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Get Repair
If a leak has occurred, the engine intake manifold will be replaced at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Questions people ask
Is this recall affecting my 2017 BMW X3?
Yes, if your vehicle has an EGR cooler with an integrated cooler from 2013-2018 model years.
What should I do if my EGR cooler is leaking?
If a leak has occurred, BMW will replace the engine intake manifold at no cost.
How long will the repair take?
The recall began May 13, 2019, and repairs are free of charge but specific timelines are not stated in the notice.
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V755000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 18V755000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V755000 (October 25, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.