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2026 BMW X 3

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

1

1 current

Combined

8.1L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,511

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

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Transport Canada recall 2025682 · manufacturer campaign 32 82 25RC)

12 December 2025

Transport Canada lists: X 3 2025–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the steering wheel to move suddenly.

Why it matters

A steering wheel that moves suddenly could increase the risk of a crash and/or injury.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the steering system software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a BMW dealership.

2,849 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Small
In its class
More efficient than 52% of 231 2026 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
186 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2026 BMW X 3 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 1 recall on record for the 2026 BMW X 3. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2026 BMW X 3 get?
NRCan rates the 2026 BMW X 3 at 8.1 L/100 km combined, emitting 186 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2026 BMW X 3 for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,511 in fuel, producing roughly 3,742 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.