Recalls ·2017 BMW M3

2017 BMW M3 recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 BMW M3; the most frequently affected component is power train — driveshaft. Owners filed 3 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 11 model years of this model in the database, 2017 ranks #10 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints3

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Recalls (2)

Power train — DriveshaftCampaign 18V713000 · 11 Oct 2018

Problem: 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.

Structure — Frame and membersCampaign 16V653000 · 09 Sep 2016

Problem: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 3 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train1 · 33%
Fuel system1 · 33%
Gasoline1 · 33%
Electrical system1 · 33%

When complaints were filed

20201
20211
20241

From owner complaints

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. In addition, the vehicle failed to operate as designed, without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the driveshaft was…

Power train · Oct 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

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. My car is not covered for some reason although earlier years of my exact same car are covered. My car was was manufactured a few…

Fuel system · Jul 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

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. The following day the car was stationary and would not start.it was clear there was no power getting to the electronics even though the battery was fully charged. The vehicle was…

Electrical system · Jan 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20014
20053
20065
20085
20095
20104
20153
20163
20172
20180
20213

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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