2019 Bmw X3 Engine Problems
24 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (24)
While driving my BMW X3, the engine suddenly failed after the check-engine light came on, which followed several days of intermittent high-temperature warnings. Coolant levels had been consistently monitored, refilled, and topped up as needed, yet the temperature fluctuations persisted.
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Turbo coolant lines/ Oil filter housing failed I am reporting failure of the oil filter housing and turbo coolant lines on my 2019 BMW X3. These parts are leaking coolant due to defective plastic components and sealing surfaces, which causes sudden coolant loss and overheating risk while driving.
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The contact owns a 2019 BMW X3. The contact stated that the carbon monoxide detector sounded an alarm from the living room. The contact stated that her husband was unable to turn off the carbon monoxide alarm and called the Fire Department.
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The contact owns a 2019 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated. The contact added coolant to the reservoir.
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I'm reporting a safety issue with BMW vehicles equipped with the B58TU engine, primarily 2019-2021 models. These vehicles have an oil pump with an internal plastic component that regulates oil pressure, and this part is fracturing in the field, causing sudden loss of oil pressure. The failure typically occurs during cold starts in low temperatures.
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2019 BMW X3 - Coolant warning has been going on for the last 6 months and I was refilling coolant every time it went off. I even had the car serviced and they refilled the coolant. Then I was driving the car the engine is overheating warning came on I pulled over.
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The contact owns a 2019 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH on a main road, the message "Warning - Add Coolant' was displayed, and the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was overheating. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and allowed the engine to cool down.
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The contact owns a 2019 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, there was coolant leaking from the vehicle. The coolant level low message was displayed.
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The oil filter housing failed, which caused all of my coolant to leak out and the engine to overheat. My car had to be towed to a repair shop, as it would not hold any coolant. The repair bill for the new oil adapter housing unit, and related work (diagnostics, replacing engine oil and coolant) was a little over $2,300.
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The entire cooling system failed and RED WARNING light appeared leading to $6400 quote for repairs from BMW Seattle. BMW refused to do anything to make this right. They already know the thermostat is defective, so is the aux water pump, and the main water pump fails at only 60,000 miles.
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Despite replacing the water pump, coolant expansion tank, hoses, and other related cooling system components, and fully refilling and bleeding the coolant, the issue persisted.
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On 7/3/25 took 2019 BMW X3 in for service & received a call that the Engine Mounts had collapsed and the repair would be $2,098.50 and to me a car with only 68K miles should not have this issue - first time in any car I've owned. The Service Advisor, Sheri Holtz of Century BMW, 2934 Laurens Road, Greenville SC informed us that this was a common issue but no recall currently.
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2019 BMW X3 VIN # [XXX] Odometer - 70,000 miles Dealer - United BMW, 11458 Alpharetta HWY, Roswell GA 30075 I purchased my 2019 BMW x3 from United BMW in October 2022. The car had a little over 22K miles at the time or purchase. My vehicle suffered catastrophic engine failure on [XXX], just 48 hours after a BMW service technician topped off coolant in response to a warning light.
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motor mounts are now replaced every 30k miles the part fails. this is quality and safty hazard. this is not covered by BMW shame
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Coolant is leaking and empty every week. Engine overheating warnings! I purchased this vehicle used on [XXX] from AutoFair in Manchester NH 1 week after purchase coolant warnings and engine light came on.
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Oil filter housing leaking coolant randomly out of the bottom of the vehicle, we were driving home from lunch and a refill coolant light come on. This caused us to have to randomly pull over quickly on the side of the road so the car wouldn't overheat.
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The contact owns a 2019 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the engine overheating warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that a message was displayed to “Stop Driving and Allow Engine to Cool Down”.
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Per BMW's SIB (Service Bulletin) "SIB 17 03 20" "The O-rings that seal the quick disconnect coolant lines will not seal properly when outside temperatures are at or below -15 degrees C (5 degrees F) et. al BMW - DEFECT CODE: 1712144800 "Coolant hose including quick-release coupling not leak tight" on-going issue since 2019 on the BMW X3 Model G01
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The contact owns a 2019 BMW X3. The contact stated that while performing a visual inspection of the vehicle, she noticed that the engine oil was leaking from the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated.
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Upper radiator hose leaking coolant. Took to dealer with under 40k miles with refill coolant light and active grill shutter issue . They top off coolant and stated no pressure loss was detected.
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Oil Filter Housing according to BMW tech this is a common issue in this part- yes available for inspection upon request, my safety was put at risk due to coolant leaking which can be flammable, also could cause engine malfunction/shutdown while driving. The problem has been confirmed by BMW dealership. A complaint with the manufacturer BMW of america was put in.
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The check engine light illuminated which resulted in a fault with the mechanical radiator flaps not opening or closing properly. The manufacturer has delayed a fix for six weeks now while they are fixing other models that may have had a higher sales price. Children are present in the vehicle and driving with a 'check engine' light illuminated is discomforting.
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The radiator hose system has now failed twice due to faulty hoses and connections.
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Engine light diagnostic Crankcase Ventilation Hose Defective. There was a recall on this but not for my VIN #, why not I'm having the same issues a described in the recall.
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