- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, 330e, 330e xDrive, 430i Convertible, 430i xDrive, M440i, 2022-2023 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. During a service visit, a replacement electronic control unit (ECU) may have been installed with incorrect programming, which can cause the automatic door locking (ADL) function to not lock the doors as intended.
- The risk
- Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion may open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle safety record
2023 BMW M3 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2023 BMW M3 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 2023 for the software.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical M3 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2023 BMW M3 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2023 BMW M3 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
BMW M3: every year compared
All M3 years2023 BMW M3 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 BMW M3 | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan | 14 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2023 BMW 3 Series Hybrid Sedan | 14 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2023 BMW 5 Series Sedan | 10 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2023 BMW 5 Series Hybrid Sedan | 10 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2023 BMW 2 Series Coupe | 7 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2023 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe | 7 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2023 BMW 4 Series Coupe | 6 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2023 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe | 6 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2023 BMW M3
Does the 2023 BMW M3 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 BMW M3: software (February 2023). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2023 BMW M3 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2023 BMW M3 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 54 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical BMW M3 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2023 BMW M3 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data