Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 X3.
The 2014 BMW X3 is a compact luxury SUV equipped with an automatic (S8) transmission, delivering EPA fuel economy ratings of 21 city, 28 highway, and 24 combined mpg, with an engine oil capacity of 7.3 quarts using 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 viscosity grades. For this model year, the X3 accumulated 84 total owner complaints, with Engine & Engine Cooling and Electrical System emerging as the primary concern areas, alongside 6 safety recalls. Against the broader complaint history spanning 2004-2026, where complaints peaked at 373 in 2007 and reached a low of just 10 in 2023, the 2014 model's 84 complaints position it as a middle performer in the model's reliability trajectory, reflecting a marked improvement over earlier model years while signaling moderate but notable concerns for prospective owners researching this generation.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 900 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637820 |
| Engine air filter | 13717571355 alt 13717601868 |
| Spark plug | 12120037582 alt 12120039664 |
| Battery | 61217598775 alt 61217639053 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612458017 |
| Thermostat | 11537586784 alt 11538636594 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319237158 alt 64119237159 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 183.1 in |
| Overall width | 74 in |
| Overall height | 66.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in |
| Curb weight | 4068 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.8 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 21 / 28 / 24 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the X3 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 240 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.30 sec | 13.90 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.00 sec | 14.70 sec | 240 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive28d 2.0L Turbo Diesel I-4 | 7.70 sec | 16.00 sec | 180 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive28d 2.0L Turbo Diesel I-4 | 7.90 sec | 16.20 sec | 180 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.60 sec | 14.20 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 6.00 sec | 14.60 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | xDrive28i 3.0L I-6 | 6.70 sec | 15.00 sec | 240 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 7.3 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 88 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | BMW part number 83222152426 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5-11.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.2 Pints |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.8 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.3 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 900 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 95R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 950 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 17-23 psi |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 17-21 psi |
| Engine Compression | 101-145 psi |
| Engine Compression | 145-232 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.102 in / 0.787 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.102 in / 0.787 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 1.039 in / 0.724 in |
| Rotor Finish | 0.5 - 3.5 μin |
| 1 | 55 FT. LBS., STEP 2: 45 DEGRESS +/- 10 | 55 FT. LBS |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 140 | 15 ft. lbs |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 70 | 15 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 BMW X3 falls in a data gap between the 2010 and 2016 model years in the federal record, with 2010 showing 85 complaints, 8 recalls, and 175 TSBs versus 2016's 81 complaints, 5 recalls, and 243 TSBs. For 2014 specifically, the data records 18 complaints in the combined Engine & Engine Cooling/Electrical System category, 12 for Engine alone, and 6 each for Exterior Lighting and Service Brakes, along with 6 crash complaints and 1 fire complaint. The trend across documented years shows complaints generally declining from early-generation peaks of 373 in 2007 to lower levels by 2010, while TSBs rise steadily, suggesting increased manufacturer service activity despite fewer owner reports. Recalls fluctuate but trend upward in later years, reaching 16 by 2020 before declining. Without a full 2014 federal record, the available complaint profile points to engine and electrical systems as primary concern areas, though the data does not specify root causes. Based on the partial data, 2014 appears comparable to the lower-complaint 2010 and 2016 model years, making it a reasonable purchase candidate if a thorough inspection of the engine, cooling, and electrical systems reveals no issues.
All 84 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 322 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B410722 | 2024-04-04 | Structure | While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the… |
| B010520 | 2024-01-23 | Engine And Engine Cooling | The vehicle demonstrates a power loss and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on. The… |
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| B521823 | 2023-12-15 | Seats | A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either… |
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7.3 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined mpg.