How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 BMW X3?

NHTSA lists 19 brake complaints for the 2013 BMW X3, which is 8% of the 226 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2013 BMW X3?

Yes. Two recalls, 13V454000 and 14V627000, address brake-related vacuum pump issues that could reduce or eliminate braking assistance.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 X3?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2013 X3 is 45,444 miles.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to brake complaints?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 2 injuries connected to brake complaints for the 2013 BMW X3.

2013 BMW X3 Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 19 brake complaints for the 2013 BMW X3, 8% of its 226 total complaints for the year, with 1 crash and 2 injuries reported. Two related recalls (13V454000 and 14V627000) cover vacuum pump and brake vacuum issues, with median failure mileage of 45,444 miles.

Brakes complaints: 19; 8% of 226
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 45,444 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal loses effectiveness or feels unresponsive at low speeds, requiring hard pressure to stop the vehicle.
Some owners report the brake pedal sinking to the floorboard with little or no braking response, sometimes diagnosed as a vacuum pump failure tied to recall 14V627000.
Several owners connect their braking loss to recall 13V454000 for the vacuum pump but say replacement parts were unavailable or the repair did not resolve the issue.
One owner described the accelerator continuing to push the car forward even while pressing the brake pedal, causing repeated dealership visits.
Warning lights for ABS, DSC, DTC, and powertrain systems have appeared alongside sudden braking problems in traffic.
One owner reported a loud camshaft noise at startup linked to lost vacuum to the brake booster, which BMW said was normal.

When 2013 BMW X3 brake complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 6, 2013, latest Jun 10, 2026.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2013 to Jun 2026; peak Apr 2013 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 BMW X3

NHTSA 14V627000Oct 7, 2014Brakes8,988 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X3 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2012-2014 BMW Z4 sDrive28i Roadster, and 2014 BMW 428i Coupe, and 428i xDrive Coupe. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-454.
Risk: A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA 13V454000Sep 26, 2013Brakes76,191 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 Z4 sDrive28i roadsters. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.
Risk: A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Brakes complaints by X3 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20100 (0%)
20116 (5%)
20126 (13%)
201319 (8%)
201414 (16%)
20158 (8%)
201610 (12%)
201713 (14%)
20185 (7%)
201915 (9%)
20202 (2%)
20216 (5%)
20225 (6%)
20230 (0%)
20242 (5%)
20252 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 BMW X3?: NHTSA lists 19 brake complaints for the 2013 BMW X3, which is 8% of the 226 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2013 BMW X3?: Yes. Two recalls, 13V454000 and 14V627000, address brake-related vacuum pump issues that could reduce or eliminate braking assistance.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 X3?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2013 X3 is 45,444 miles.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to brake complaints?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 2 injuries connected to brake complaints for the 2013 BMW X3.