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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5UXTR9C59JLC74829 · Checked Sep 22, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 8

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5UXTR9C59JL•••••• 2018 Bmw X3

This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2018 Bmw X3 build (8 vs 3).

8on this build
73on the model
24builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Electrical System 3 Structure 2 Exterior Lighting 1 Service Brakes 1

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Service Brakes crash Dec 2018
Traveling east bound through an alley in order to make a right turn onto a south-north running city street. Brake was first applied approximately two-car length (distance wise) before the intersection. I noticed the vehicle was acting funny: instead of slowly coming to a stop,…
Unknown Or Other Jan 2025
I cannot take the vehicle to the dealership to have the recall performed. I have spoken with the closest dealership and they will not provide a driver or towing services unless I pay for it. The letter I received from BMW indicates if my "BMW center is unable to remedy the…
Structure Oct 2024
The contact owns a 2018 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
Electrical System Oct 2023
My 2018 BMW X3 xdrive30i G01 series has been experiencing persistent overheating issues, even in cold temperatures as low as 40 degrees. The coolant reservoir boils vigorously while driving, but the temperature gauge does not indicate overheating, and no warning lights appear.…
Latches/locks/linkages Apr 2019
The contact owns a 2018 bmw x3. While driving 70 mph, the driver's door opened and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact attempted to hold the door closed while the vehicle was in motion. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the shoulder…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5UXTR9C59JLC74829 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.