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2002 BMW 3 Series SUSPENSION Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for SUSPENSION issues.

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SUSPENSION Safety Recalls

High Priority #02V057000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION

Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
What Happened
Your vehicle's strut mount is a critical part that helps keep your suspension stable. Unfortunately, it was not installed correctly, which means it could come loose while you're driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the strut mount fails, it could affect how your vehicle handles and responds to driving inputs. This increases the risk of a crash, especially if you're driving on uneven or slippery roads.
Free Fix
Your local BMW dealer will replace both front strut upper mounts for free. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer and expect the fix to take place within a reasonable time frame. This timing describes the original 2002 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DURING THE STRUT MOUNT MANUFACTURING PROCESS, THE THRUST BEARING WAS NOT PROPERLY POSITIONS AND SECURED. IF THE SUSPENSION IS FULLY UNLOADED, THE FRONT STRUT COULD SEPARATE FROM THE UPPER MOUNT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING AND CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT SPRING STRUT UPPER MOUNTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
3 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
15 recalls
2019
9 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
11 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
6 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
11 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2003
8 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2002 BMW 3 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the SUSPENSION recall for the 2002 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #02V057000)

Your vehicle's strut mount is a critical part that helps keep your suspension stable. Unfortunately, it was not installed correctly, which means it could come loose while you're driving. If the strut mount fails, it could affect how your vehicle handles and responds to driving inputs. This increases the risk of a crash, especially if you're driving on uneven or slippery roads. Your local BMW dealer will replace both front strut upper mounts for free. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer and expect the fix to take place within a reasonable time frame. This timing describes the original 2002 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.