Is the 2023 BMW M3 safe to drive?

The 2023 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.

Campaign 23V118000

Moderate Plain English 2023-02-23

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

What Happened

Your vehicle's body control module software may have been installed incorrectly, which affects the automatic door locking function.

Risk if Unfixed

If your doors don't lock properly while driving, they might open during a crash, putting you at risk of injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

We'll update the software in your vehicle's control unit for free at the dealership, and you'll be notified by mail with a letter or you can call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #23V118000. 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.

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