Home › Models › F97 › Common problems
BMW F97 X3 M common problems
2020–2024 · X3 M / Competition (S58). The known weak spots of the engines used in the F97, with sources, plus the topics that come up most in BMW's service bulletins and NHTSA recalls for this chassis.
Last updated
S58 engine
X3 M / Competition (2020–2024) · S58 bulletins →
Early-production crankshaft main bearing wear
BMW stopped delivery of some mid-2021 G80/G82 cars to inspect for premature crankshaft main bearing wear. Ask for proof the check was done on cars from that window.
BMW bulletins on file for the F97:
- SIB 06 25 25 Bearing Shell Return Bearing Shell Return on BMW G01/G05/G06/G11 and other models (2020); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Other communication · Mar 2025
- SIB 11 04 20 Engine new-car delivery hold Engine new-car delivery hold on BMW G01/G02/F97/F98 and other models (2016–2021); unsold cars were held for inspection and repair before delivery. Service bulletin · Feb 2021
- SIB 11 07 21 Main bearing shell Main bearing shell on BMW G01/G02/G80/G81 and other models (2022); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Oct 2021
Sources: 3 Series Guy: G80 M3 common problems
Software updates and oil cooler seepage
Owners report DME software updates and some oil cooler seepage; check the car's campaign history at a BMW center.
BMW bulletins on file for the F97:
- SIB 16 04 20 Fuel tank check engine light Fuel tank check engine light on BMW G01/G05/G06/F90 and other models (2018–2021); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Dec 2020
- SIB 09 01 21 Software failure Software failure on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2016–2022); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · May 2022
- SIB 12 16 19 Erroneous electric fan function fault stored in the DME Erroneous electric fan function fault stored in the DME on BMW G01/G02/G11/G12 and other models (2016–2020); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Apr 2020
Sources: 3 Series Guy: G80 M3 common problems
Most frequent bulletin topics 230 bulletins
| Topic | Bulletins | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 9 | SIB 66 24 19, SIB 65 19 26 |
| Instrument cluster | 6 | SIB 62 02 23, SIB 62 03 22 |
| Door | 5 | SIB 51 22 24, SIB 51 30 19 |
| Central display | 5 | SIB 65 35 24, SIB 61 05 24 |
| Fuel tank | 4 | SIB 13 04 20, SIB 16 04 20 |
| Battery | 4 | SIB 61 05 20, SIB 61 13 05 |
| Radio | 4 | SIB 65 19 22, SIB 65 11 21 |
| Fuel tank leak check warranty extension | 3 | SIB 01 09 21, SIB 01 15 24 |
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F97, grouped by topic. A bulletin tells technicians how to diagnose and fix a known issue; it doesn't mean every car has the problem.
NHTSA recalls by component 24
- steering spindle · 1 recall26V524
- second row seat side door locking modules · 1 recall25V106
- rear cargo rail bolt · 1 recall24V764
- rear cargo rails · 1 recall24V534
- integrated transmission control unit · 1 recall23V821
- steering gear · 1 recall23V770
- front seat frame · 1 recall23V211
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. Recall repairs are free; check a VIN.
BMW warranty extensions that list the F97
- SIB 01 09 21 Fuel tank leak check warranty extension Fuel tank leak check warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G30/F97 and other models (2006–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Aug 2026
- SIB 01 15 24 Fuel tank leak check warranty extension Fuel tank leak check warranty extension on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2017–2020); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jul 2026
- SIB 01 03 24 EVAP system warranty extension EVAP system warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2017–2025); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jun 2026
- SIB 01 14 25 EVAP system warranty extension EVAP system warranty extension on BMW G01/G05/F97/G30 models (2018–2022); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · May 2026
- SIB 72 04 17 Seat warranty extension Seat warranty extension on BMW F90/G01/G02/G05 and other models (2016–2022); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jun 2025
- SIB 65 01 22 Air bags warranty extension Air bags warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/F26/F97 and other models (2006–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jan 2025
- SIB 01 08 21 Fuel tank leak check warranty extension Fuel tank leak check warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2020); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Dec 2024
- SIB 31 01 24 Strut warranty extension Strut warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G80/G81 and other models (2015–2024); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jan 2024
If a car qualifies, the listed repair may be free. Check eligibility for the VIN with a BMW center.
Sources: BMW service bulletins and recalls filed with NHTSA (public data) and the specialist and owner write-ups linked above. Not affiliated with BMW.