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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2017 BMW M3 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
3
Latest campaign
Oct 11, 2018

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Power train1Oct 11, 2018
Structure1Sep 9, 2016

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Oct 11, 2018Latest campaign
Oct 11, 201818V713000

Power train: driveline driveshaft

A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 18V713000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 18V713000 · Oct 11, 2018
Sep 9, 201616V653000

Structure: frame and members

Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V653000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 16V653000 · Sep 9, 2016
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component3

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
3Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Fuel system133000
Gasoline133000
Power train133000
Electrical system133000

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

  • Fuel system

    “My car was leaking fuel. This has been reported in numerous vehicles of the same make and model. There is an active warranty extension for this issue, I have attached the bulletin from BMW.”

    Filed 07/28/2024 · ODI 11605001
  • Power train

    “The contact owns a 2017 BMW M3. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the vehicle.”

    Filed 11/10/2021 · ODI 11440045
  • Electrical system

    “Vehicle is a 2017 bmw m3 with 6352 miles. In this particular case the vehicle had started and had been operating normally the day prior.”

    Filed 01/23/2020 · ODI 11301469

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2017 BMW M3 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 BMW M3 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 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 is the most common complaint about the 2017 BMW M3?

Fuel system is the most-reported component, named in 1 complaint out of 3 filed with NHTSA (33%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 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.

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