Model year guide

2008 BMW X3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 BMW X3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 140 on record.

2008 BMW X3 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 BMW X3 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Typical price$10,769

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 BMW X3 recalls 3

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #20V017000 · 15/01/2020

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi a…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #17V605000 · 28/09/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2010 BMW X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. A second notification letter will be sent when parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-…

Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:crankcase (pcv) NHTSA Campaign #17V683000 · 30/10/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

What's a 2008 BMW X3 worth?

Low
$7,500
Typical price
$10,769
High
$13,700

From 140 comparable 2008 BMW X3 listings.

2008 BMW X3 trims & engines on record

Trims
3.0si
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 255 hp

2008 BMW X3 vehicles on record

Other BMW X3 model years

2008 BMW X3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 BMW X3 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 BMW X3. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

How much is a 2008 BMW X3 worth?

Comparable 2008 BMW X3 listings run roughly $7,500–$13,700, typically around $10,769 (from 140 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.