NHTSA Complaint #11568093 — 2019 BMW X3

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11568093
Vehicle	2019 BMW X3
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	October 13, 2023
Date Filed	January 26, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The X3 suddenly slowed down to stoppage on an interstate highway, and the car "shifted" to Neutral by itself. I had to shift back to "Drive" and then drive away. It happened twice in September to October 2023, with my family and other kids in the car. Luckily there was traffic, driving speed was relatively low. Contacted two BMW dealerships and the only thing they could do was change the battery. They said maybe the battery wasn't functioning fully. However, BMW shouldn't stop my car on a highway just because the battery may be relatively low. No warning about battery was ever observed. Four pictures attached: Error Message 1 - Increased Steering Effort on 10.13.23 Error Message 2 - Transmission (suddenly "auto-shifted" to Neutral) Error Message 3 - Four-wheel-drive system Error Message 4 - Front monitor suddenly turned on?

Related Complaints for the 2019 BMW X3

Other ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Complaints

#11717547 — February 12, 2026 — Beginning in July–August 2025, my 2019 BMW X3 (VIN [XXX] ) began experiencing multiple safety‑critical system failure...

#11702239 — December 1, 2025 — Shark Fin cover knocked of roof while washing at car wash. Dealer was notified and referred me to an auto body shop. ...

#11687223 — September 14, 2025 — Today, I placed my backpack containing my 2019 BMW X3 key fob in the back seat, closed the door, and proceeded to ope...

#11686559 — September 11, 2025 — Regarding SIB 65 12 22, NHTSA ID Number 10227571, Manufacturer Communication Number B651222. Summary: The seal of the...

#11680698 — August 14, 2025 — My X3 has 52,000 miles. During a recent road trip, an "Emergency Call System Malfunction" message appeared. When I re...

Recent Complaints for the 2019 BMW X3

#11717547 — FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS — February 12, 2026 — Beginning in July–August 2025, my 2019 BMW X3 (VIN [XXX] ) began experiencing multiple safety‑critical system failure...

#11717547 — VISIBILITY/WIPER — February 12, 2026 — Beginning in July–August 2025, my 2019 BMW X3 (VIN [XXX] ) began experiencing multiple safety‑critical system failure...

#11713799 — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM — January 27, 2026 — On returning to my locked vehicle that had been in the parking ramp for 3 days, I started the car and the display mes...

#11713799 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER — January 27, 2026 — On returning to my locked vehicle that had been in the parking ramp for 3 days, I started the car and the display mes...

#11712814 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA — January 22, 2026 — - Frontal Collision warning, Pedestrian warning - yes because safety features were shut off, back up camera doesn't ...