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2020 BMW 3 Series STRUCTURE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Standard NHTSA Filing

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STRUCTURE Safety Recalls

Standard NHTSA Filing #19V755000 Plain English
Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The trunk release cable is a safety feature that lets you open your trunk from the inside. In some 2020 330i and M340i models, this cable was installed incorrectly, making it harder to open the trunk.
Risk if Unfixed
If someone is trapped inside the trunk, they could be injured trying to get out, or even become trapped for an extended period.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check the trunk release cable and fix it if it's not installed correctly, all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 330i, 330i xDrive and M340i vehicles. The interior trunk release cable may have been improperly installed, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If a person were inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out, increasing their risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the interior trunk release cable and properly install the cable, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Other BMW 3 Series 2020 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
3 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 recalls
ENGINE
2 recalls
SEATS
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other BMW 3 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
3 recalls
2021
10 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
2002
8 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

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2019 HONDA Pilot
60 STRUCTURE recalls
2022 JEEP Grand Wagoneer
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2023 JEEP Grand Wagoneer
60 STRUCTURE recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2020 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 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID recall for the 2020 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #19V755000)

The trunk release cable is a safety feature that lets you open your trunk from the inside. In some 2020 330i and M340i models, this cable was installed incorrectly, making it harder to open the trunk. If someone is trapped inside the trunk, they could be injured trying to get out, or even become trapped for an extended period. Your BMW dealer will check the trunk release cable and fix it if it's not installed correctly, all at no cost to you.