NHTSA Recall 20V443000: Camera (back over prevention) and software (electrical system)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2020 BMW X3.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V443000 |
|---|---|
| Components | BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | July 29, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 14, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i, X3 xDrive40i and X3M40i vehicles. These vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly, therefore, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Safety risk
An inoperative rearview camera display can increase the risk of a crash when reversing.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will program the affected vehicles with rearview camera software, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. All vehicles have been remedied as of November 9, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V443000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X3 | 2020 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.