Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Jan 30, 2026
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat. Safety Risk: A starter that overheats can create th
Also affects: Bmw X4, Bmw Z4, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Dec 17, 2025
Model years: 2014
On certain vehicles, the side curtain airbag inflator(s) could rupture and separate unexpectedly. As a result, a piece of metal from the inflator could be propelled toward vehicle
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 15, 2025
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler could crack internally and leak. If this happens, you may notice the following symptoms: a warning symbol in the ins
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Sep 25, 2025
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a BMW dealer during recall 12 83 24RC (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-444) may not be effective. As a result, certain vehicle
Also affects: Bmw X5, Bmw X6, Bmw X7, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Sep 23, 2025
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, water could leak into the starter relay and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the relay could short circuit and the starter could overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X4, Bmw Z4
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Apr 1, 2025
Model years: 2025
On certain vehicles, the power connector for the starter-generator may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the connection between the connector and the positive batte
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Label
High risk
Aug 15, 2024
Model years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Aug 13, 2024
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Issue: On certain vehicles, fluid from the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system could leak on the intake air hose. As a result, the fluid could enter the electrical connecto
Also affects: Bmw X1, Bmw Z4, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw 4 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Aug 1, 2024
Model years: 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, if you try to start the engine repeatedly, the starter could overheat. If this happens, and nearby components contact the starter, it could cause a fire
Also affects: Bmw X7, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jul 11, 2024
Model years: 2014
Issue: On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash. If this happens, the airbag may not properly inflate and fragments co
Also affects: Bmw X3, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X5, Bmw 6 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jul 3, 2024
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
This recall applies to vehicles that may be equipped with a replacement sport or M-sport steering wheel that has a Takata airbag. Long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and t
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Apr 24, 2024
Model years: 2014, 2015
On certain vehicles, the side curtain airbag inflator(s) could rupture and separate unexpectedly. As a result, a piece of metal from the inflator could be propelled toward vehicle
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Dec 6, 2023
Model years: 2023
On certain vehicles, the integrated transmission control unit (ITCU) may not be sealed properly. As a result, transmission oil could leak into the unit and cause the transmission g
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X4
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 20, 2023
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit housing bolts could loosen or break. As a result, the camshaft could become incorrectly adjusted and cause
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 3 Series — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Aug 16, 2023
Model years: 2019
On certain vehicles, the seat belt reminder chime may be delayed if you begin driving, and your your seat belt is not buckled. Canadian regulations require both a seat belt reminde
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Feb 24, 2023
Model years: 2023
Issue: This recall is for certain vehicles that had the body domain controller (BDC) electronic control unit (ECU) replaced during a dealer service visit. On certain vehicles, a pr
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw I4
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Mar 2, 2022
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 or N52K 6-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater (blow-by heater) to short circuit and overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw Z4
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Nov 19, 2021
Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Issue: On certain vehicles, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler could crack internally and leak. If this happens, you may notice the following symptoms: a warning symbol in
Also affects: Bmw X5, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw 7 Series
Bmw 3 Series — High Voltage
High risk
Sep 24, 2021
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), debris may have entered the high-voltage battery during production. As a result, the battery could short circuit. Note: T
Also affects: Bmw X3, Bmw 5 Series, Mini Cooper Countryman, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Brakes
High risk
Aug 3, 2021
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the vacuum pump to be damaged during engine starting. If this happens, there could be a loss of brake assist. This can cause an
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X4, Bmw Z4
Bmw 3 Series — Fuel System
High risk
Jul 29, 2021
Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
On certain vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, the high-pressure fuel pump may wear prematurely. This can cause reduced engine performance and could lead to a sudden engine sta
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Jul 21, 2021
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Mini Countryman, Bmw X1, Bmw Z4, Bmw 5 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
May 27, 2021
Model years: 1999, 2000
This recall is for vehicles that had an inspection performed under recall 2019-599, 2019-600 or 2019-601, but where the airbag inflator was not replaced. This new recall will provi
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Steering
High risk
Feb 24, 2021
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Issue: On certain vehicles, the bolts that attach the electric power steering assist motor to the steering gear may corrode and break. This could cause a loss of power steering ass
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 2 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Visual System
High risk
Feb 18, 2021
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear correctly in the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to dis
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw 3 Series — Brakes
High risk
Feb 10, 2021
Model years: 2021
On certain vehicles, an internal part in the integrated brake system could fail during hard braking. If this happens, there would be a reduction in brake boost and the antilock bra
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Dec 10, 2020
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, the bolts that connect the 48-V battery cables to the starter-generator may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the electrical connections c
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X7, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 3 Series — High Voltage
High risk
Sep 30, 2020
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain plug-In hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), debris may have entered the high-voltage battery during production. As a result, the battery could short circuit. Safety
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Mini Cooper Countryman, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Steering
High risk
Jun 16, 2020
Model years: 2019, 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, high temperatures and excessive vibration could cause damage to the steering tie rods. If this happens, the tie rods could break. This could result in a
Also affects: Bmw Z4
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Mar 25, 2020
Model years: 2014, 2015
On certain 328d xDrive models, engine vibrations could damage the rear driveshaft joint. Over time, this could cause the driveshaft to separate, which would result in a loss of pow
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Mar 19, 2020
Model years: 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the front seat belt buckle sensors. This could cause the seat belt warnings to turn on, even if the front seat belts are buc
Also affects: Bmw X3, Bmw X4, Bmw 8 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jan 15, 2020
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013
This recall is for certain vehicles that had an airbag inflator replaced as a part of an earlier recall campaign. This recall provides a final repair. Long-term exposure to high ab
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jan 15, 2020
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
This recall is for certain vehicles that had an airbag inflator replaced as a part of an earlier recall campaign. This recall provides a final repair. Long-term exposure to high ab
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Nov 26, 2019
Model years: 1999, 2000
On certain cars, exposure to moisture over time could cause the driver-front airbag not to inflate properly in a crash. In some cases, this could cause an airbag not to fully infla
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Nov 26, 2019
Model years: 1999
Issue: On certain cars, exposure to moisture over time could cause the driver-front airbag not to inflate properly in a crash. In some cases, this could cause an airbag not to full
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Nov 26, 2019
Model years: 2000, 2001
On certain cars, exposure to moisture over time could cause the driver-front airbag not to inflate properly in a crash. In some cases, this could cause an airbag not to fully infla
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Oct 3, 2019
Model years: 2000
2023 Update - BMW has updated this recall and issued a do not drive advisory for all vehicles that that not yet been repaired. This recall applies to vehicles equipped with a repla
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Visual System
High risk
Oct 1, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, the rearview camera does not return to the default settings when it turns on. This could make the rearview image difficult to see if a driver had previo
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw Z4, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Steering
High risk
Sep 25, 2019
Model years: 2020
On certain xDrive models, the front axle swivel bearing(s) (steering knuckles) may break due to a manufacturing defect. This could affect handling and cause reduced steering contro
Also affects: Bmw X3, Bmw X4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Jun 20, 2019
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
On certain 3-series and M3 vehicles, the positive battery cable connection to the fuse box may fail. This could cause a loss of electrical power while driving. As a result the engi
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
May 9, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain vehicles, the driver and front passenger knee airbags were not assembled correctly. This could cause the airbags not to inflate properly in a crash.
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Apr 5, 2019
Model years: 2006
On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 6-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater to overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 26, 2018
Model years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2021-711. On certain vehicles, the cooler for Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module may develop an internal leak and coolan
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Oct 12, 2018
Model years: 2017
On certain M3 and M4 models, a problem with the driveshaft flange may cause its disconnection. This could result in a loss of propulsion, which could increase the risk of a crash c
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Sep 13, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, a crankshaft sensor error may cause the engine to stall. This would result in a loss of motive power, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury a
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw X1
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Aug 15, 2018
Model years: 2018, 2019
Certain vehicles may have been built with a defective passenger front airbag. This could cause the airbag not to deploy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the se
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
May 15, 2018
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, the positive battery cable connection to the fuse box could fail while the vehicle is being driven. This could interrupt the vehi
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Nov 30, 2017
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the blower regulator wiring harness crimp connection could start to corrode over time. This in combination with high current flow (IE maximum blower fan speed)
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Sep 28, 2017
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles equipped with the N52 6-cylinder engine, an electrical short could occur in the PCV valve heater due to manufacturing irregularities. If this occurs, the surrou
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw Z4
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
May 3, 2017
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the rivet connections for the constant velocity (CV) joint of the rear driveshaft may have insufficient durability. Over time, this could cause the CV joint to
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Feb 3, 2017
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the rivet connections for the constant velocity (CV) joint of the rear driveshaft may have insufficient durability. Over time, this could cause the CV joint to
Also affects: Bmw Z4, Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jan 20, 2017
Model years: 2001, 2002
Issue: 2023 Update - BMW has updated this recall and issued a do not drive advisory for all vehicles that that not yet been repaired. This recall is for certain vehicles that had a
Also affects: Bmw X5, Bmw 5 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Suspension
High risk
Sep 8, 2016
Model years: 2015, 2016, 2017
On certain M-series vehicles that had the rear differential replaced during servicing, one-time use bolts holding rear sub-frame may have been inadvertently reused due to missing i
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Mar 31, 2016
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, wh
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Nov 19, 2015
Model years: 2016
On certain M3 and M4 vehicles, the slip-joint located on the driveshaft going from the transmission to the rear axle may not have been greased properly during the manufacturing pro
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Aug 14, 2015
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The front side markers may be inope
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Jul 30, 2015
Model years: 2014, 2015
Certain vehicles, which were parked at the port of entry in Halifax during the ice storms in February 2015, may have been exposed to excessive standing water and salt for an extend
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
May 27, 2015
Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Issue: 2023 Update - BMW has updated this recall and issued a do not drive advisory for all vehicles that that not yet been repaired. Long-term exposure to high absolute humidity a
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Fuel System
High risk
Mar 27, 2015
Model years: 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, improper nickel plating of certain fuel pump internal components could contaminate the pump, potentially resulting in an inoperative fuel pump. This could resu
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Dec 22, 2014
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006
BMW Canada is conducting a voluntary Safety Improvement Campaign concerning the driver's airbag inflator on certain vehicles equipped with Takata airbags. BMW will replace the driv
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Oct 3, 2014
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, a defect in manufacturing could result in a loss of oil supply to the vacuum pump. If this were to occur, the vacuum pump could fail, causing a loss of power a
Also affects: Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3, Bmw Z4
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jul 16, 2014
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the passenger (frontal) airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to ruptur
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
May 13, 2014
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home m
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw Z4
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Apr 10, 2014
Model years: 2010, 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home m
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 3 Series — Brakes
High risk
Sep 27, 2013
Model years: 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, a defect in manufacturing could result in a loss of oil supply to the vacuum pump. If this were to occur, the vacuum pump could fail, causing a loss of power a
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jul 5, 2013
Model years: 2006, 2007
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue over time. As a result, the passenger airbag could deactivate, illuminating the airbag warning lamp
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
May 3, 2013
Model years: 2002, 2003
On certain vehicles, the passenger (frontal) airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to ruptur
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Feb 7, 2013
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the positive battery cable connection to the fuse box could fail while the vehicle is being driven. This could interrupt the vehicle’s electrical system, resul
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Sep 20, 2011
Model years: 2011
On certain 3-series sedans equipped with xDrive (all-wheel-drive), the front driveshaft attachment bolts may not have received adequate tightening torque during vehicle assembly. S
Bmw 3 Series — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Aug 26, 2011
Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Certain vehicles may experience the loss of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn signal) on the portion of the rear lamp assemblies that are mounted in the body (the
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jul 8, 2009
Model years: 2008
On certain vehicles, incorrect crimp connectors may have been used during vehicle assembly on the side airbag and belt tensioner wiring. As a result, sufficient contact between the
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series
Bmw 3 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Nov 5, 2008
Model years: 2008, 2009
On certain M3 vehicles equipped with the multistage downshifting of the double clutch gearbox, during some cases involving rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may
Bmw 3 Series — Tires
High risk
Sep 9, 2008
Model years: 2008
On certain M3 vehicles, the tires may have been damaged during transportation from port to dealerships. The transit of vehicles at very low temperature may have caused cracking of
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Aug 26, 2008
Model years: 2006
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue during field usage depending on the seat configuration, vehicle geometry, manner and frequency of f
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Suspension
High risk
Oct 17, 2006
Model years: 2006
On certain vehicles, the bolted connection between the front control arm and swivel bearing may not have received adequate tightening torque during vehicle assembly. As a result, t
Bmw 3 Series — Other
High risk
Apr 22, 2003
Model years: 2003
On certain 320I, 320IA, 325CI, 325CIA, 325I, 325IA, 325IT, 325ITA, 325XI, 325XIA, 325XIT, 325XITA, 330CI, 330CIA, 330I, 330IA, 330XI, 330XIA and M3 vehicles, an electronic control
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Nov 19, 2002
Model years: 1999, 2000
Certain 323I and 328I vehicles may experience inadvertent or non-crash side impact lateral air bags deployment. In addition, the Battery Safety Terminal (BST) would also activate,
Bmw 3 Series — Brakes
High risk
Mar 20, 2002
Model years: 2002
On certain 325XI vehicles a problem in the manufacturing process of the rear brake rotors may have resulted in the creation of a crack where the brake disc and the parking brake dr
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Structure
High risk
Mar 18, 2002
Model years: 2002
On certain 325I, 330I, 525I and 530I vehicles during the strut mount manufacturing process, the thrust bearing was not properly positioned and secured. If the suspension is fully u
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Brakes
High risk
Oct 17, 2001
Model years: 2001
Certain M3 vehicles that were manufactured from October 2000 to May 02, 2001. The two screws that secure the parking brake cable-mounting bracket to the backing plate were not tigh
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Jul 9, 2001
Model years: 2001
Certain passenger vehicles. The engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical ci
Also affects: Bmw Z8, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X5
Bmw 3 Series — Suspension
High risk
Nov 28, 2000
Model years: 2001
On certain 325I and 330I vehicles, the inner rim flange of the wheel rims may have incurred damage during fitting of the tire. In extreme cases, this could lead to a sudden loss of
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Mar 9, 2000
Model years: 2000
On certain 323I, 328I, 528I, 528IT, 540I, 540IT, 740I, 740IL, 750IL and M5 vehicles, the brake light switch capacitor housing may be cracked and in high humidity conditions the cap
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Brakes
High risk
May 26, 1999
Model years: 1999
On certain 323I and 328I vehicles, the retaining clip that secures the brake booster pushrod to the brake pedal arm may be incompletely seated. Depending on the manner in which the
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
May 17, 1999
Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999
On certain 323I, 328I and M3 vehicles, non-crash impacts with a significant vertical and/or longitudinal component, such as experienced when contacting large potholes or curbs at s
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Heater And Defroster
High risk
Oct 14, 1998
Model years: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995
On certain vehicles, failure of a cooling system component such as thermostat, water pump or fan belt can result in a significant increase in coolant temperature and system pressur
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 9, 1997
Model years: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997
On certain 318IC, 318IS, 318TI, 325I, 325IC, 325IS, 525I, 525IT, 530I, 530IT, 540I, 740I, 740IL, 840CI and M3, the cruise control and throttle cable are attached to the same thrott
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw Z3, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Oct 7, 1996
Model years: 1992, 1993, 1994
On certain 325I, 325IC, 325IS, 525I, 525IT, 530I, 530IT, 535I, 540I, 735I, 735IL, 740I, 740IL and 750I, the brake light switch may fail due to a reduction of contact force on the "
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Airbag
High risk
Oct 7, 1996
Model years: 1992
On certain 318I, 318IS, 325I, 325IS, 525I, 525IT, 535I, 735I, 735IL, 750IL, 850I and M5, the locking tab for the airbag contact ring in the steering wheel assembly could break with
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Suspension
High risk
Jun 20, 1995
Model years: 1994, 1995
Certain 315IC and 318ICA vehicles do not comply with CMVSS 110 - Tire Selection and Rim. There is an overstatement of the vehicle capacity weight and designated seating capacity on
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Jul 12, 1994
Model years: 1992, 1993, 1994
On certain 318I and 318IS vehicles, under certain conditions, with low ambient temperatures (-10 degrees and colder) and a warmed-up engine, water vapour in the warm air from the c
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Fuel System
High risk
May 30, 1994
Model years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
On certain 318I, 318IC, 318IS, 325IC, 325IS, 325IX, 525I, 535I, 735I and 735IL vehicles, the fuel feed hose could harden and "set" over time due to engine compartment temperatures.
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Heater And Defroster
High risk
Jul 19, 1993
Model years: 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
On certain 318I, 325I and M3 vehicles, elevated pressure in the cooling system due to overheating could result in cracking of the heater core end piece. Should this happen, coolant
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Visual System
High risk
Jan 26, 1993
Model years: 1991
On certain 325I vehicles, the windshield wiper switch ground screw, which also secures the wiper on one side, may loosen, causing erratic wiper/washer operation. This could result
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Dec 4, 1991
Model years: 1991, 1992
On certain 318I, 318IC and 318IS vehicles, at temperatures below -10 degrees centigrade with the engine partially or completely warmed up, condensation from the crankcase ventilati
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Aug 1, 1991
Model years: 1991
On certain 318I and 318IS vehicles equipped with an airbag, the knee bolster may interfere with the lower steering column trim cover during a frontal impact. This may prevent the s
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Apr 6, 1988
Model years: 1988
On certain 325IX vehicles, the oil dipstick tube attaching bracket may have been bent during the manufacturing process or during scheduled maintenance. This could possibly cause th
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
Nov 27, 1986
Model years: 1986, 1987
On certain 325E, 325ES, 528E, 535I, 635CSI and 735I vehicles, the center high mounted brake light could add sufficient electrical load to cause the brake light switch to overheat,
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Steering
High risk
Oct 22, 1986
Model years: 1984, 1985, 1986
On certain 318I, 325, 325E and 325ES vehicles, when a significant force is applied directly to the steering gearbox as the result of certain frontal crash conditions or front end c
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Jun 6, 1985
Model years: 1984
On certain 318I vehicles, improper starting procedure could cause a backfire into the intake manifold and damage internal components of the idle control valve. This could result in
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Heater And Defroster
High risk
Sep 24, 1984
Model years: 1984
On certain 318I vehicles, under certain conditions, the interior heater water control valve may bind while closing. This binding or slow-closing condition may cause the valve solen
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Dec 22, 1983
Model years: 1980, 1981, 1982
On certain 320I vehicles, crack in the exhaust system between the exhaust pipe and the catalytic converter could result in exhaust emissions which do not comply with CMVSS 1103.
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Jul 31, 1980
Model years: 1977, 1978, 1979
TWO ENGINE MOUNTED THROTTLE RETURN SPRINGS ARE COVERED WITH DAMPING RUBBER SLEEVES THAT PREVENT SPRING OSCILLATION. IN HOT WEATHER CONDITIONS THE SLEEVES MAY SHRINK IN DIAMETER AND
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Fuel System
High risk
May 30, 1979
Model years: 1977, 1978
CONDITIONS OF HIGH ALTITUDE, HIGH TEMPERATURES AND/OR FUEL CONTAMINATION CAN RESULT IN THE FORMULATION OF VAPOUR BUBBLES WITHIN THE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM LEADING TO ROUGH ENGINE OPE
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Dec 19, 1978
Model years: 1977, 1978
PERIODS OF EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURES CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER PROTECTIVE DIRT SLEEVE ON THE THROTTLE CABLE TO STIFFEN AND PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION. THIS
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Electrical
High risk
May 4, 1978
Model years: 1977, 1978
THE BOLT ATTACHING THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO A TERMINAL UNDERNEATH THE FUSE PANEL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD LOOSEN AND POSSIBLY CAUSE A BREAKDOWN OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL S
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Wheels
High risk
May 3, 1978
Model years: 1978
THE RUBBER SEAL BETWEEN THE METAL VALVE STEM AND THE WHEEL RIM CAN ALLOW SLOW SEEPAGE OF AIR AROUND THE VALVE BASE RESULTING IN VEHICLE OPERATION ON UNDER-INFLATED TIRES. THIS COND
Also affects: Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Dec 28, 1977
Model years: 1977, 1978
PERIODS OF EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURES CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER PROTECTIVE DIRT SLEEVE ON THE THROTTLE CABLE TO BECOME STIFF PREVENTING THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION A
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 3 Series — Engine
High risk
Aug 24, 1977
Model years: 1977
TWO ENGINE MOUNTED THROTTLE RETURN SPRINGS MAY OSCILLATE AND BREAK. IF THE THROTTLE RETURN SPRING BREAKS, THE ACCELERATOR MAY NOT RETURN TO THE IDLE POSITION AS REQUIRED BY C.M.V.S
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
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