BMW is recalling 2021 X3 models with a potential fuel leak risk that could cause fire. Owners will get free fuel tank replacements starting May 17, 2021.
Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire.
BMW is recalling certain 2021 X3 vehicles due to a possible fuel leak from a failed weld in the fuel tank, which could lead to fire. This recall requires replacing the fuel tank at no cost to the owner. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80264-bmw-2021-x3-fuel-tank-recall-fire-risk-from-leaking.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80264-bmw-2021-x3-fuel-tank-recall-fire-risk-from-leaking · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V199000
“BMW 2021 X3 Fuel Tank Recall: Fire Risk from Leaking Fuel.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80264-bmw-2021-x3-fuel-tank-recall-fire-risk-from-leaking. Based on NHTSA recall 21V199000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V199000).
A failed weld in the fuel tank could allow the filling pipe to separate from the tank, causing fuel to leak. This leakage increases the risk of fire, especially in hot conditions or near ignition sources.
Owners of 2021 BMW X3 models with specific trim levels are affected. Drivers of these vehicles are at risk if the fuel tank develops a leak.
Check if your 2021 X3 has a specific trim level: sDrive30i, xDrive30i, M40i, M, or X4 xDrive30i. The recall covers vehicles purchased between 2021 model years.
Call 1-800-525-7417 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a free fuel tank replacement.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin May 17, 2021. Owners were also contacted by telephone. To date, all repairs have been done. No further owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The recall is for a potential fuel leak risk from a failed weld in the fuel tank that could lead to fire.
Your vehicle is affected if it's a 2021 X3 with specific trim levels: sDrive30i, xDrive30i, M40i, M, or X4 xDrive30i.
The recall began on May 17, 2021, and all repairs have been completed as of the notice date.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V199000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 21V199000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin May 17, 2021. Owners were also contacted by telephone. To date, all repairs have been done. No further owner notification letters will be sent. 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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