NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Bmw M3
The 2017 Bmw M3 has 2 NHTSA recalls and 3 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Bmw dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2017 Bmw M3, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
NHTSA #18V713000Reported October 11, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.
Safety consequence
A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
NHTSA #16V653000Reported September 9, 2016 · BMW of North America, LLC
Defect description
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
Safety consequence
Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.