BMW X3 Recall R/2018/073: Rear Spoiler May Be Insecure, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 19 Mar 2018
- Launched
- 2,397
- vehicles in the UK
- 0051270400
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
BMW recalled X3 vehicles built between 14 July 2017 and 22 February 2018. The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached Wind noise and deformation of the spoiler may occur. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles inspect the attachment of the spoiler and where necessary install new fixings. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached Wind noise and deformation of the spoiler may occur. Continued use may cause the spoiler to detach.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR SPOILER MAY BE INSECURE Defect: The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached Wind noise and deformation of the spoiler may occur. Continued use may cause the spoiler to detach. Remedy: On affected vehicles inspect the attachment of the spoiler and where necessary install new fixings.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the spoiler to detach.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles inspect the attachment of the spoiler and where necessary install new fixings.
Are You Affected?
X3 built between 14 July 2017 and 22 February 2018 may be included. BMW estimates 2,397 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with BMW, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with BMW.
- Book with any franchised BMW dealer, quoting the campaign code 0051270400 or the DVSA reference R/2018/073. See how to get a BMW recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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This is one of 275 BMW recalls in DVSA’s data. The BMW recall launched before it was R/2018/027 on 5 Feb 2018, for backrest could fold forward under heavy load. The one launched after it was R/2018/099 on 16 Apr 2018, for restricted fuel supply could cause engine to stall. You can also see every BMW recall and all recalls launched in 2018.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/073, launched 19 March 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.