2024 BMW X3 M40i

The auction record identifies this 2024 BMW X3 as having a salvage-title designation, with “FRONT END” listed as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible front-end damage supports the listed primary-damage description; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from photographs. The vehicle has severe front-end collision damage. Both kidney-grille sections have displaced and broken black slats and trim, with open areas exposing components behind the grille. The front bumper cover and lower air intake contain multiple cracked, displaced, and broken sections. Some grille and trim material is missing from the lower bumper openings. The front edge of the hood is creased and has an uneven raised gap above the grille and headlights. Both the driver steering-wheel airbag and the front passenger dashboard airbag are visibly deployed. The restraint system, steering system, front structure, exposed components, and vehicle safety systems require a comprehensive physical inspection and proper repair assessment before purchase or operation. VIN decoding identifies the vehicle as a 2024 BMW X3 M40i sport utility vehicle with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 382 horsepower. The vehicle was manufactured by BMW in Greer, South Carolina, USA. The decoded data does not specify the drivetrain or transmission. NHTSA recall information includes campaign 23V770000, concerning a steering gear that may not have been tightened properly and could loosen. The stated remedy is replacement of the steering gear by a dealer at no charge; this campaign specifically lists the X3 M40i among the affected models. Campaign 25V106000 concerns second-row door locking modules on certain 2022–2024 X3 sDrive30i and xDrive30i vehicles and does not list the M40i in the provided applicability description. Campaign 26V438000 concerns potential overheating and fire of the engine starter and includes 2021–2024 X3 vehicles; the provided information states that VIN-based eligibility is expected to be searchable beginning August 28, 2026. Recall completion and applicability to this specific VIN should be verified with BMW or NHTSA.