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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2016 BMW M3 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Power train | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Oct 11, 201818V713000 | Power train: driveline driveshaftA loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V713000
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| Sep 9, 201616V653000 | Structure: frame and membersLoose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V653000
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| Nov 23, 201515V782000 | Power train: driveline driveshaftIf the slip-joint fails, there would be a loss of power to the rear axle and therefore the vehicle would stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V782000
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Owner complaints by component5
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 60 |
| Suspension | 1 | 20 |
| Power train | 1 | 20 |
| Structure | 1 | 20 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 20 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Engine
“There's a known issue with 2015+ bmw f80 m3 s55 engine. The issue is the crank hub spinning out and damaging the car. It leaves the vehicle in a dangerous state when driving on the road and to others near by.”
- Engine
“The crankhub on these cars are ticking time bombs and is likely to fail just outside of warranty forcing huge repair bills. In some cases, a "lucky" few just need to be retimed and only require 18 hours of labor.”
- Engine
“There's a known issue with 2015+ bmw f80 m3 s55 engine. The issue is the crank hub spinning out and damaging the car. It leaves the vehicle in a dangerous state when driving on the road and to others near by.”
Other BMW M3 model years
- 20172 recalls3 complaints
- 20163 recalls5 complaints
- 20153 recalls4 complaints
- 20132 recalls13 complaints
- 20123 recalls6 complaints
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Other BMW models
- 2016 3 Series6 recalls106 complaints
- 2016 X55 recalls74 complaints
- 2016 5 Series7 recalls83 complaints
- 2016 X35 recalls82 complaints
- 2016 7 Series1 recall25 complaints
- 2016 Z41 recall4 complaints
- 2016 X61 recall9 complaints
- 2016 X14 recalls163 complaints
- 2016 4 Series1 recall56 complaints
- 2016 X42 recalls10 complaints
- 2016 2 Series1 recall26 complaints
- 2016 i32 recalls33 complaints
2016 BMW M3 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2016 BMW M3 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 BMW M3. The most recent, 18V713000 (reported October 11, 2018), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2016 BMW M3 recalls for?
The largest group is power train, with 2 campaigns. Others: structure (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 BMW M3?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 5 filed with NHTSA (60%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 BMW M3?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised BMW dealer.
Check a specific BMW by VIN
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