How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 BMW X3 have?

NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 BMW X3, making up 18% of all 92 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for fuel system problems on the 2017 BMW X3?

Yes. NHTSA recall 21V586000 covers a high-pressure fuel pump that may fail on the diesel X3, and recall 21V907000 covers an EGR cooler/intake manifold issue on the same diesel variant.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2017 X3?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 42,861 miles.

Are the fuel system failures dangerous?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2017 X3 includes 2 crashes and 1 fire among the reported incidents, with owners describing sudden loss of power while driving.

Which years of the X3 have the most fuel system complaints?

Among model years listed, 2015 has the highest share at 25%, followed by 2017 at 18% and 2016 at 12%.

2017 BMW X3 Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 BMW X3, 18% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 42,861 miles. Two related recalls cover the high-pressure fuel pump and EGR cooler/intake manifold on the diesel variant.

Fuel System complaints: 17; 18% of 92
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 42,861 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicle suddenly loses motive power and stalls while driving, sometimes at highway speeds, then fails to restart.
High-pressure fuel pump fails in motion, cutting the engine off with no prior warning light in some cases.
Fuel pump control module reportedly fails, especially after warm weather, preventing the engine from restarting and sometimes locking the transmission in park.
Dash displays messages like 'Fuel Pump Fault' or drivetrain failure alerts right before the vehicle stalls and needs to be towed.
Some owners report the vehicle went into limp mode and lost power at 75 mph, later diagnosed as a high-pressure fuel pump failure.
One owner reported the fuel delivery module under the rear seat got wet and shorted out, stopping fuel delivery while driving uphill.

When 2017 BMW X3 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 31, 2018, latest May 14, 2025.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2018 to May 2025; peak May 2025 (4).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 BMW X3

NHTSA 21V907000Nov 19, 2021Fuel System50,404 vehicles
Fuel system, diesel
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV diesel vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. The EGR cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.
Risk: A melting intake manifold increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755. Vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on January 18, 2022. The remedy is expected to be available in June 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA 21V586000Jul 29, 2021Fuel System11,216 vehicles
Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Fuel System complaints by X3 model year

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

20052 (2%)
20065 (3%)
20073 (1%)
20087 (6%)
20091 (3%)
20100 (0%)
20112 (2%)
20121 (2%)
201317 (8%)
20142 (2%)
201526 (25%)
201610 (12%)
201717 (18%)
20180 (0%)
20194 (2%)
20207 (6%)
20216 (5%)
20222 (3%)
20230 (0%)
20240 (0%)
20251 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 BMW X3 have?: NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 BMW X3, making up 18% of all 92 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for fuel system problems on the 2017 BMW X3?: Yes. NHTSA recall 21V586000 covers a high-pressure fuel pump that may fail on the diesel X3, and recall 21V907000 covers an EGR cooler/intake manifold issue on the same diesel variant.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2017 X3?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 42,861 miles.
Are the fuel system failures dangerous?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2017 X3 includes 2 crashes and 1 fire among the reported incidents, with owners describing sudden loss of power while driving.
Which years of the X3 have the most fuel system complaints?: Among model years listed, 2015 has the highest share at 25%, followed by 2017 at 18% and 2016 at 12%.