Is the 2012 BMW M3 safe to drive?

The 2012 BMW M3 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 19V472000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

What Happened

Your vehicle has a wire that connects the positive battery cable to the fuse box. Over time, this connection can weaken and cause your electrical system to malfunction.

Risk if Unfixed

If this happens, your vehicle could suddenly lose power while driving, which could lead to a stall and increase the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will replace and secure the positive battery cable connector, completely free of charge. You'll get a notice from BMW, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #19V472000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 19V472000

What This Recall Means

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?