1.3

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
129,735 miles

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problem #3

Aug 012018

M3

  • 190,000 miles
Upon inspection, vehicle's rear subframe mounting points show cracking and other signs of structural fatigue consistent with other similar vehicles that have undergone complete rear subframe failure. Vehicle's subframe needs to be reinforced and BMW settled in a class action suit regarding the issue, however, the issue was not escalated to a recall, possibly leaving thousands of unsafe vehicles on the road.

- Lewisville, TX, USA

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problem #2

Dec 302011

M3 6-cyl

  • 115,000 miles
I took my car into the BMW dealer for a inspection, they found the subframe/trunk floor was cracking and would not be able to put my car on a vehicle lift for further inspection and advised me it may not be safe to drive. Looking into this online this seems to be a common saftey problem with these cars.

- Anchorage, AK, USA

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problem #1

Sep 202010

M3

  • 84,204 miles
Inspection at dealer, BMW of peabody, 221 andover street, peabody MA 01960, found both rear springs broken. I was told that this is quite normal for BMW 3 series. I believe that broken rear springs could contribute to loss of control and possible injury to persons.

- Wenham, MA, USA

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