Buying a used BMW X3 F25 - 2010-2017, Buying advice with Common Issues 

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If your X3 is over 5 years and has over 100k miles, the plastic charge pipe that brings air from the supercharger to the throttle body is most probably brittle and will crack, especially where it connects to the throttle body. When this happens, you will get a check engine light with a mass airflow sensor error & the X3 will run very rough and stall. If you take it to a BMW dealership, they will charge thousands and replace the sensor and put another plastic BMW charge pipe. The sensor doesn’t need replacing, it will start working once you replace the broken pipe. I ordered an aluminum after market charge pipe from ECS Tuning for $340 and replaced the broken one in under 2 hrs. Any repair shop can order an aftermarket charge pipe and install in under 2 hrs costing you $600 or so. I Hope this helps anyone looking to buy a used X3.

Thanks! You saved me the misery of a timing chain failure during a vacation into Utah hundreds of miles from any BMW dealer. I listened to the engine the week before and the high pitched whine was very clear even below 3000 rpm. BMW replaced the timing and oil pump chains and tensioners for free because I was 2,000 miles below the 70,000 mile extended warranty.

In 2016, I bought a 2014 X3 that had 25K miles on the odometer. The X3 had been leased by a young mother who had a toddler. So I assumed that she had driven it with care. Six and one-half years later I'm still loving the X3. It feels sporty and has very good acceleration. The "Sport" setting really makes a difference when you want to have a little fun. I once drove an X5 as a "loaner" and it did not feel as good as the X3. The X5 had power but not much "sport". The only issue I've had is that the electric switch for the tail gate went bad. I've also had the fan belt and battery replaced, which is considered normal maintenance. No major problems at all. My X3 still "gets looks" even though it's 8 years old now. I'm glad I have it.

Great reviews! You won't hear this from the dealership

After the 2014 restyling, BMW solved many of this problems, new engines etc.... they are the best and more refined X3 F25 . Look for those years.

Thank you so much for taking us through the BMX X3 F25... I have learned so much especially general information about cars.

Thank you so much for this video! I will definitely make sure to listen for timing belt failure symptoms.

Perfect review, you covered so many potential issues.

I have 2011 X3 Diesel 2.0SE Excellent car I bought with 32000 miles turbo went immediately, was replaced at half price by BMW. Only other problem at 100,000 miles needed new transfer case, was quoted 5300 euro by BMW. I found a guy in Germany who recons and did the whole job for 1300 euro, excellent job.

Can’t thank you enough I was looking at Behind the 2013 x3 xdrive 28i model, if I do end up buying it I can at least talk them down a couple thousand after the information you’ve given me. Good shit brother 👍

Excellent info I am buying one and will have a look for these issue now

Wow very good review!

Thankful for the information.

Very good review am just about to purchase an X3 Msport and after all this reviews am thinking twice

Your videos are great! Thank you!

Nice job with the comprehensive review of several years

I bought a 2016 BMW X3 and I love it

This video is helpful. I drive 2011 X3 35i. I have experienced roof rattling, glove box, LED tail, coolant system failure, engine oil gasket break.

Superb review

Wished I had view this video before purchasing of my BMW X3 2013. Thanks for the heads up on timing change!

Keep up the good work.

You are amazing! Thanks for these information

this guy is a legend

WOW... saved my bacon!!!!!.... I was blindly looks at these without all this knowledge...I watch all your reviews and they are through, to the point and god they save people from making grave errors.. God Bless you.

Awesome Information... 👏👏👏👏

Wow, you hit most of the hot spots. Our 2011 X3 F25 with xDrive 35i has had most of these issues. Fortunately, we bought a Certified Used car and the Extended Maintenance Warranty which covered the problems. One thing you barely mentioned was the electric water pump. At 85k, ours gave the Overheating warning and entered Limp mode. Shutting down the engine and restarting gave a warning that if it happens again to contact the BMW Service Center. It drove normally without the Check-Engine light. Well, it happened 3 more times on our trip home. Each time, I checked that the engine was actually NOT overheated and continued driving home and to the BMW dealer. A trusted BMW mechanic told me that he replaces 4-5 BMW electric water pumps per week! Apparently, the water pump can become unreliable and trigger the warning before it actually fails. If it actually fails, lots of expensive damage can occur if you continue driving.

Even after all the bad issues I'm still in love with this car. Looking forward to find a good used one

good review and helpful for addicted's Bimma

great video.. thanks do much for posting. Feel a lot better informed on what model and year to buy a used X3 now

Amazing content!

Well done, thanks

I have a 2011 F25 x20d, i think the transfer case vibration is very common on X3 and X5, luckily the repair is much more cheaper and easier now. and i would like to add that the ABS sensor will need to be changed after 100-120k KM, otherwise it will cause vibration and faulty signal and AWD system will not function.

Great video

Great video. Excellent work with the research. Very informative. Thank you

Good job and very usefull in my case. Thank you

very imformative, thx.

thank you for sharing

Awesome. Thank you.

I tried one out yesterday and almost bought it but my 6th sense convinced me to do more research, I am ever so grateful to find this review. Now I am equipped to not buy a lemon.

I have a 2015 BMW X3. At purchase the glove box door was peeled off and had it replaced by dealer. Only other issue, my sunroof rattles and makes noise when opened all the way exposing the moon roof, spot on explanation!@

Can you make BMW X1 E84 buying guides and common problems? Thank you a lot !

Very helpful! Thanks for all the secrets. My 2012 X3 already has peeled glove box, peeled cup lining on door hand rest (driver side), leaked coolant reservoir. I do not know how many to come. Now I know what to expect in this car in the next one or two years of driving. I also realized that BMW dealer charges 2 hour labor fee for 30-45 minute labor. Air filter change did not take more than 20 minutes to a person like me, they charged me for 1 hour labor. For oil change 1 hour labor, For coolant reservoir replacement 3 hour labor. I am being looted by BMW dealership. It is better to find a local geek who can fix everything for less.

I want to buy international secrets from this guy! Da, Mr Bond! Great review ✊🏽

The oil change is not needed in automatic transmission but its recomended after 120000 km. The problems with timing chain are much bigger then in petrol motors

100% correct 😂 I changed all this from the beginning till the end

Super helpful! Thanks!

thank you Borat

Pls make video for BMW X1

2017 x3 28i. great vehicle. not a penny of problems. not one. 52k miles so far. red with light brown leather. fully loaded with all the toys. awesome. $54500k new. i bought it at the end of the model year after the 2018's came out. $52300.00 out the door. cash deal. love it. but that's just me.

Check for leaking Differential, just had my repaired on 2016 F25 3.0d

Tempted to get one as my next car. Either with N54, N55, N58, or 3.0d depends on the deal I get. Found a 2012 with 3L for around 6k Euro. I don't need a car right now so I might wait for a while

Please review on used jaguar xf and xj from 2010

yeah, i wanna cry when i see that glove box of my...

You are definitely on point with those issues you mentioned. I now have the drive train issue as we are speaking. Does Bmw repairs those issued for free because it's a well-known problem? How to get that fix?

Super Slovenska angličtina. Radosť pozerať.

If you are under warranty, and approaching end of standard warranty, insist on an inspection of speed sensors and thermostat The dealer wont check it, but get a mechanic to assses condition Luckily I have extended warranty. They failed 3 months acter regular warranty exp. and bmw issued a bulletin.

What is better the f25 or the e70 (comfortable and problems) and thx u

Has anyone here purchased a 2015 x3 28i in the states? I found one with 45K miles on it and am a little hesitant to pull the trigger. First car was a 2007 530i and it was nothing but a nightmare - coolant leaks, vacuum hose failure, oil leaks, etc so trying to make sure I make a smarter decision this time around.

Dope

Any common issues with 2016 x3 20i engine, gearboxes or something else?

So i just got a 2017 yesterday, and the rear light malfunctioned, and the sunroof is rattling. What is the solution for the sunroof rattle?

Just bought a usedBMW x3 xdrive20d.. (2013) 190k km I never liked BMW.. but just fell in love.. I dont hear anything or the case is like brand new.. But i got this bad stomach feeling after watching this video...

Do you have a Most Reliable Used Imports video?

Do the 2015 American version X3 28D 4 cylinder diesel have timing chain issues?

I have the N52!!! They did made it in 2011

You are correct. My 2012 328i series 4 cylinder lost the chain guard and engine was kaput. I had a few months of warranty left so they rebuilt the engine and it cost me nothing. Traded it in for a 2016 X3 6 cylinder model. Felt relieved. Don't own a BMW without warranty.

do X1 please

Just got a 2014 X3 35i with the N55. At 87k miles. Low milage for the year with a long and good service record. Crossing my fingers I can get at least 5 years out of it to 180k miles on it without any issues. I'm anticipating to do the water pump early at 100k. Cause ik those are the main weakpoint.

Do a Bmw X1

can you rewiev a mercedes benz w124

Bought a 2013 144,000. Miles now has 190,000. Had a issue with heat needed a cylinder repair. $3,000. All else ok

Please review a mercedes clk w209 kompressor^^^,

Please help. Considering purchasing w/ 75k. Does the 2013 bmw x3 xdrive28i have the n20 engine? When Does the timing chain become an issue? Would any general mechanic know about this.

Can u do A Toyota Land Cruiser 120

Hi, I want to ask about a X3 f25 m packet 11/2012 2.0 diesel with a lot of kilometres about 380.000. The previous owner had made maintain service in a specialized BMW workshop and it costs almost 6.000€ in 28/07/2022.. is it worth to look this kind of car with this kilometres? Is in good price..

I have been looking at 11 -12 plate uk vertions auto 2.0 diesel and just worried about auto bix being ok and timing chain etc anyone lut my mind at rest or would you avoid cars i havr been looking at have between 50 and 70k miles on any help would be great 👍

Bought this brand new in 2014. I have 106K miles. Glove box peeled. Fixed it with glue. I heared the problems with the engine N20. I still owe money on it. Is the 2018 X3 any good? Let me know.

What is considered as a long journey? How many km is too little to drive with diesel engine car?

This video isn’t 100% correct, I have a 28i from 2013, the timing chain issue happened at 59k , they put their new engine with the new fixed timing chain as it was under warranty still, the new engine has always sounded like this even with a brand new engine and turbo installed from BMW , so take this video with a grain of salt because the wine shouldn’t be that high but there should be some sound as it’s a tiny engine with a turbo pulling air

Ford escape 2012 rw please

Great video 👍 Won’t the 2.0 diesel suffer from timing chain issues?

Hi pls volvo xc60 2010

Bmw f20 review?

Bought used 2012 bmw x3 35i in 2019. Had 56k miles. Had OFHG leaked which led to serpentine belt slip. Luckily did not get sucked in. Pullies replaced, valve cover gasket leak (replaced plugs and coils when that was fixed). Glove box and drivers side door peeling issue. Have just now hit 80k miles. Would I buy again? Probably not. Still a great vehicle. Just be prepared.

Hello Bro Please help .I just got X3 2014 B47 engine . It sounds like a tractor on starting with the engine vibrating .I can hear the noise in the car and feel the vibration on the gear stick and clutch pedal. its a clean car but i am worried as its on finance.please kindly respond

DON’T. My 2014 X3 3.0i blew its engine at 82k miles, likely because of the damn timing chain issue. BMW did help me with engine replacement costs, but it was still $5500. Oh, and literally a week before the engine committed suicide, my a/c compressor failed. There goes another $4000. This is on a car with 82k miles, which I purchased certified pre-owned, maintained fastidiously and exclusively at the BMW dealer, and never drove hard. Because I sank so much money into fixing my albatross (thanks, historic car shortages!), I’ve committed to driving this damn thing till the wheels fall off out of spite. After it dies, though, I am never owning a BMW ever again. And this is coming from a lifelong BMW diehard.

Hovevăr.. 😅

Lol who knew 10k mi oil changes would be bad for a turbo motor? 🙄😂 I have a X1 with the N20 and I change the oil at 7500 and run 5w-40.

Every car has issues

Great review. I bought a brand new x3 2016 and had the brakes changed after 10,000km. My run flat tyres never lasted more than 18,000km. Gearbox wouldnt shift passed 6 gear, corrosion under the hood when it was delivered...etc...Dumped it after 2 years with 38,000km as I didn't want to change the tyres again. Bought a Peugeot 5008 GT Line and never looked back. Bmw had terrible service and the car was a lemon. Never again.

Simples meer cat

There is really no way to justify buying an X3. lol. Thanks for the video.

Tehat accent ;)

Holy shit do yourself a favor and watch on 2x. Informative but its spoken in slow motion

If you are thinking of doing this, dont. Get counseling.

so better not buying it to save big headaches and expences

i detect an accent

no shit

Do not buy any used BMW with the n20 engine