2003 BMW E46 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 2003 BMW E46 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (1 report).

0Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your E46?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2003 BMW E46 recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2003 BMW E46.

Most common 2003 BMW E46 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting1

What owners report

2010-09-25, Exterior Lighting
PLEASE LET THIS NOTICE SERVE AS A FORMAL PETITION FOR AN INVESTIGATION OF A SAFETY-RELATED DESIGN DEFECT. THE REAR TAIL LIGHT BULBS AREN'T WORKING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE GROUND WIRE IN THE CONNECTOR, CONNECTING TO THE BULB CARRIER SEEMS TO BE DAMAGED DUE TO A BAD GROUND. I HAVE BEEN REPLACING BULBS FOR THE LAST TWO YEARS. *TR

2003 BMW E46 questions

Does the 2003 BMW E46 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2003 BMW E46 at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 BMW E46?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 BMW E46 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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