NHTSA Complaint #11704640 — 2021 BMW X3

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11704640
Vehicle	2021 BMW X3
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	December 8, 2025
Date Filed	December 12, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The headlights will turn on and off irregularly without any drastic changes in outside lighting conditions while set in the Auto setting. No controls will be touched and the lights will turn on and off completely by themselves. It appears something is wrong with the lights switch assembly, as if something is shorting / wire is pinched. Other owners online forums have experienced similar issues as well. Can become a serious problem if it occurs while driving, especially in dark conditions.

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