Does the 2017 BMW X3 xdrive28i have the timing problems I hear about?

killerbunnyzombie · 02-26-2022, 05:43 AM

I have read and heard about timing problems with the N20 engines. Is that something to worry about for the 2017 X3 xdrive28i?

richardodn · 02-26-2022, 09:20 AM

I believe the issues were resolved in the 2016 model year. Someone with more knowledge of the specifics will likely chime in.

tom2021 · 02-26-2022, 09:47 PM

https://bmwtuning.co/bmw-n20-common-problems/

It seems 2017 F25 did not have the same timing chain problem.

joesid · 02-27-2022, 01:14 PM

I'm pretty sure it's any F25 with a build date of 02/2015 or later. My mom's X3 was built 01/2015, and I'm under the impression it's got the bad tensioner. That cutoff also applies to the 10year/125k thermostat warranty.

slowblackx3f25 · 08-30-2023, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by richardodn

I believe the issues were resolved in the 2016 model year. Someone with more knowledge of the specifics will likely chime in.

it depends on the build date.

2017's are OK, it's 2016 and older X3 N20 models.

richardodn · 09-25-2023, 09:18 PM

Unless this has been updated, for the N20 in the F25 the affected date range is February 15, 2012 to February 28, 2015. In other words for all models, the affected date range are models with the N20/N26 through Feb 2015 production. March production and later is unaffected.

MC-10204534-9999.pdf

slowblackx3f25 · 09-26-2023, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by richardodn

Unless this has been updated, for the N20 in the F25 the affected date range is February 15, 2012 to February 28, 2015. In other words for all models, the affected date range are models with the N20/N26 through Feb 2015 production. March production and later is unaffected.

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Thank you very much!!!

2017 and newer x3 N20 engines do not have timing chain or tensioner issues.

chatvmax · 04-20-2024, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by richardodn

Unless this has been updated, for the N20 in the F25 the affected date range is February 15, 2012 to February 28, 2015. In other words for all models, the affected date range are models with the N20/N26 through Feb 2015 production. March production and later is unaffected.

Attachment 3285261

I have a 2016 x3 and I do have slack when the car is cold BUT no noise,,, and no issues at 106k miles ,,
Where is my " build date " and to be sure if it's AFTER what build date am I OK ???
Thank you ))))

richardodn · 04-25-2024, 08:24 PM

You can input your VIN at sites like realoem.com or mdecoder.com. If your car was manufactured in March 2015 or later, you should be free of the issue described. 2016 MY production typically starts in the fall so you should be good.

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tom2021 Private First Class 220 Rep 131 Posts Drives: 2017 BMW X3 xDrive28i Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	https://bmwtuning.co/bmw-n20-common-problems/ It seems 2017 F25 did not have the same timing chain problem.
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joesid Private First Class 80 Rep 180 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW 340i xDrive Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Washington, DC iTrader: (0)	I'm pretty sure it's any F25 with a build date of 02/2015 or later. My mom's X3 was built 01/2015, and I'm under the impression it's got the bad tensioner. That cutoff also applies to the 10year/125k thermostat warranty.
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richardodn First Lieutenant 160 Rep 349 Posts Drives: '12 X3 35iX/'20 440ix cabrio Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	Unless this has been updated, for the N20 in the F25 the affected date range is February 15, 2012 to February 28, 2015. In other words for all models, the affected date range are models with the N20/N26 through Feb 2015 production. March production and later is unaffected. MC-10204534-9999.pdf __________________ 1986 Delphin 528e - Roof rack equipped lumber hauler. 2008 Platinum-Beige X3 3.0si - Current project 2012 Alpine White X3 xDrive35i - My new snowmobile. 2020 Estoril Blue 440i xDrive cabrio w/MPPSK - This car is a blast to drive.
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richardodn First Lieutenant 160 Rep 349 Posts Drives: '12 X3 35iX/'20 440ix cabrio Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	You can input your VIN at sites like realoem.com or mdecoder.com. If your car was manufactured in March 2015 or later, you should be free of the issue described. 2016 MY production typically starts in the fall so you should be good. __________________ 1986 Delphin 528e - Roof rack equipped lumber hauler. 2008 Platinum-Beige X3 3.0si - Current project 2012 Alpine White X3 xDrive35i - My new snowmobile. 2020 Estoril Blue 440i xDrive cabrio w/MPPSK - This car is a blast to drive.
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