BMW recalls 2020 X3 models with potentially weak front axle bearings that could cause loss of vehicle control. Owners must stop driving and get free bearing replacements.
Broken swivel bearings can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2:020 X3 vehicles due to front axle swivel bearings that may be too weak and break, increasing crash risk. Owners must stop driving and get free bearing replacements.
The front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength. If these bearings break, they can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners of 2020 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i models are affected. Drivers of these vehicles face the highest risk due to potential loss of vehicle control.
Check if your vehicle is a 2020 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X4 xDrive30i, or X4 M40i model. The recall covers vehicles sold in the United States.
Do not drive your vehicle until the front axle swivel bearings are replaced.
Call 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free bearing replacement at a dealer.
BMW has notified owners and instructed them to not drive their vehicles. Dealers will replace the front axle swivel bearings, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing them to break.
Check if your vehicle is a 2020 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X4 xDrive30i, or X4 M40i model.
Stop driving your vehicle and contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free bearing replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V678000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 19V678000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW has notified owners and instructed them to not drive their vehicles. Dealers will replace the front axle swivel bearings, free of charge. 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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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.
