NHTSA recall 25V-857 (25V857000)
steering recall reported December 11, 2025 - about 36,922 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V857000
- Also written as
- 25V-857
- Reported
- December 11, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~36,922
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Why it is dangerous
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-857 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.