Critical
STEERING — Your vehicle's steering gear is a crucial part that helps you control the direction of your car. In some 2024 BMW models, this gear might not have been tightened properly.
BMW 3 Series Recall Statistics
Original analysis of recall history, risk grades, and safety trends.
188
Total Recalls
6.7
Avg per Year Above brand average (0.2)
28
Years Tracked
Recalls by Year
Most Common Components
Most Severe Recalls
Critical
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — The transmission mechatronics unit in your vehicle is a critical component that helps your car shift gears smoothly. In some 2022 BMW models, this unit might not have been put toge…
High Priority
SEAT BELTS — The receiver audio module is the computer that controls your car's audio system, but it's also responsible for reminding you to buckle your seatbelt. In certain 2019-2022 BMW model…
High Priority
SEAT BELTS — Your vehicle's passenger seat belt retractor is a critical safety system that helps keep you buckled in during a crash. In some models, this retractor might not lock as it should, …
High Priority
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY — Your vehicle's front seat belt buckle assembly is the part that keeps you safely buckled in. In some 2021 BMW 3-series models, a critical bolt might not be tightened properly.