2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.
2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 BMW x3 xdrive28i. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture Open
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deploymen…
NHTSA #EA21002 · Air Bags · opened Sep 2021An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 354
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 354.
Replace the driver’s air bag module (generation 10, PSDI-X).
Bulletin B650526 · Air Bags · Apr 2026Update - Recent F25 Air Bag Module Service Actions
Bulletin B650526DCS · Air Bags · Apr 2026Update - Recent F25 Air Bag Module Service Actions
Bulletin B650526DCS · Air Bags · Apr 2026BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action involving certain Model Year 2010 – 2013 vehicles.This Service Action involves the replacement of the passenger’s air bag module.
Bulletin B650626 · Air Bags · Mar 2026BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action involving certain Model Year 2010 – 2013 vehicles.This Service Action involves the replacement of the driver’s air bag module.
Bulletin B650526 · Air Bags · Mar 2026While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
Bulletin B410722 · Structure · Apr 2024The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdi…
Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driverâÂÂs and/or the passengerâÂÂs front seat.
Bulletin B521823 · Seats · Dec 2023This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
Bulletin B540421 · Visibility, Structure · Oct 2023Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the X3 XDRIVE28I AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.