BMW iX3: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 10,930 BMW iX3 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2020 and 2026.
In a sample of 378 cars, 23.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (5.6% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 11 recalls for this model; 0.4% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 5.6% |
| Tyre damaged | 5.3% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 4.8% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 3.7% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 2.9% |
| Position light colour deviates or not permitted | 0.8% |
| Reflector defective | 0.8% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 0.5% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 0.5% |
| Seatbelt buckle not working | 0.5% |
Share of 378 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 2.4% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 10,930 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.4% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 2020 to 2026 |
All BMW iX3 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-15 | electrical system | serious | 19 |
| 2026-06-15 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 190 |
| 2026-06-15 | brakes | serious | 1 |
| 2024-12-19 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 1 |
| 2024-12-18 | electrical system | – | 474 |
| 2024-02-01 | electrical system | – | 474 |
| 2023-06-30 | electrical system | – | 22 |
| 2023-05-01 | electrical system | serious | 5 |
| 2023-01-27 | other | – | 1,801 |
| 2021-06-28 | electrical system | – | 1,201 |
| 2021-05-17 | electrical system | – | 1,202 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the BMW iX3 fail the APK?
In a sample of 378 cars first registered 2012–2021, 23.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the BMW iX3?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (5.6%), tyre damaged (5.3%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (4.8%).
Does the BMW iX3 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 11 recalls. 0.4% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.