According to BMW, locking modules of the second-row seat side door may not function properly and the doors can be accidentally unlocked.

X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly,

The improperly tightened connection may result in an engine stall and/or an overheated cable, which may lead to melting, smoldering, or even an underhood fire

In a recent development, BMW has announced a recall affecting over 40,000 vehicles due to a malfunction in the side door locks. Owners are advised to take immediate action to ensure their safety.

In some of the latest recalls of 2025, tens of thousands of BMW X3 SUVs may have faulty rear-seat door locks. What’s more, the NHTSA says that 100% of the recalled models may have the fault, increasing risk for rear-seat passengers and making it easier to access the rear seats.

An estimated 40,736 examples of the 2022 through 2024 BMW X3 sDrive30i and xDrive30i have been produced with iffy second-row door locking modules

BMW is recalling more than 40,000 X3 SUVs from the 2022 through 2024 model years because their rear doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside with a single motion. This problem is a safety risk for rear passengers and means that the doors don’t comply with federal motor vehicle safety regulations.