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34 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.
BMW is recalling 2000-2006 3-Series and M3 vehicles because front passenger airbag inflators may explode, sending metal fragments into the cabin.
BMW is recalling specific 2002-2006 models because moisture can cause the driver's air bag inflator to rupture, potentially sending metal fragments into the cabin during a crash.
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling various BMW and Toyota Supra models because the engine starter may overheat and catch fire.
BMW is recalling 2006-2012 3 Series vehicles because a steering wheel air bag inflator may explode during deployment, posing a risk of serious injury.
BMW is recalling 1999-2001 3 Series vehicles because the driver-side air bag inflator may explode or underinflate, posing a risk of serious injury.
BMW and Toyota are recalling specific 2019-2020 models because a steering tie rod may fracture, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the parts free of charge.
BMW is recalling 2020 models because front seat belt sensors may misread occupants, causing improper airbag and pretensioner deployment.
BMW is recalling specific 2006-2015 models because driver air bag inflators may explode due to propellant degradation, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
BMW is recalling 1999-2001 3-Series vehicles because a replacement driver air bag inflator may absorb moisture, potentially causing it to rupture or underinflate during a crash.
BMW is recalling 2019-2020 330i and 2019 Z4 vehicles because improperly installed counterbalance shaft bearings may loosen, causing severe engine damage and increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling 2006 3, 5, and Z4 series vehicles because a heater in the PCV valve may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
BMW is recalling specific 2000-2006 models because the passenger air bag inflator may rupture during deployment, potentially sending metal fragments into the cabin.
BMW is recalling 2006-2011 3 Series vehicles because heating and air conditioning wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
BMW is recalling 2002-2003 models because the passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments into the cabin during a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2021-2024 BMW models and 2021-2023 Toyota Supra vehicles because the engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
BMW is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW models and the Toyota Supra because the engine starter relay may corrode, overheat and short circuit. Owners are told to park outside until repaired.
BMW is recalling certain 2025 BMW vehicles because the electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose, potentially causing engine stall or fire.
BMW is recalling certain 2024 BMW X3 and related models due to steering gear that may not have been properly tightened, which can loosen and cause loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge.
BMW is recalling 2019-2022 330i, M340i, and other models due to receiver audio module software that may fail to generate proper seat belt warnings, increasing crash injury risk.
BMW is recalling certain 2019–2021 3-series and X3/X4 models because the seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails, risking occupant injury in a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2022-2023 models due to a door locking software defect. Faulty ECU programming may prevent doors from locking while driving, increasing crash injury risk.
BMW is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3, and X4 vehicles because the transmission mechatronics unit may not have been properly assembled, potentially causing an internal leak that could lead to vehicle rollaway and crash risk.
BMW is recalling certain 2021 X2 vehicles because the passenger seat belt retractor may deactivate early, failing to comply with federal safety standards. The defective retractor could increase injury risk in a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2021 330E, 330i, M340i, and M3 vehicles due to an undertightened bolt on the front seat belt buckle assembly. The defect may prevent proper occupant restraint, increasing injury risk.
BMW is recalling 13,858 vehicles from 2019-2021 model years due to rearview camera software issues that may obscure visibility when reversing. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
BMW is recalling 2019-2020 330i and 330i xDrive vehicles because the outboard rear seat belt pretensioners may not lock during a crash, increasing injury risk.
BMW and Toyota are recalling 2020 models because headlight control units may fail, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling 2020 330i and M340i vehicles because an improperly installed trunk release cable may prevent the trunk from opening from the inside.
BMW, Rolls-Royce, and Toyota are recalling specific 2018-2020 models because backup camera settings may persist, hiding the rear view image and increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling specific 2019-2020 models because knee air bag assemblies may be improperly folded and assembled. This defect could prevent the air bags from deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
BMW is recalling 5,309 vehicles because a crankshaft sensor firmware error may cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling 2006 3 and 5 Series vehicles because the front passenger seat occupant detection mat may crack, potentially deactivating the air bag in a crash.
BMW is recalling specific 2006-2007 models because the front passenger seat sensor may crack, potentially deactivating the air bag in a crash.
BMW is recalling 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi vehicles because electrical resistance may cause rear lights to stop working, reducing visibility to other drivers.
Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.
575 manufacturer service bulletins across 12 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.
This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.
Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.