2016 BMW X3 engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 31 complaints for the 2016 BMW X3, 26% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 31 26% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires.
What owners wrote
On 8/30/20,after sitting for an hour after a long drive, the car burst into flames and burned down two adjacent homes. The car was parked for an hour before it started to burn.
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil pressure and drive train warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the timing chain guide failed which and caused a catastrophic engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.
Other problems reported for the 2016 BMW X3
- Electrical system 23 complaints