1997 BMW M3 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1997 BMW M3 recalls

Most common 1997 BMW M3 problems

Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Visibility	4
Tires	4
Engine And Engine Cooling	3
Equipment	3
Air Bags	3
Steering	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Suspension	2
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Power Train	1

What owners report

2005-10-12, Visibility
DT: WHEN PULLING INTO A STOP THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL SLOW DOWN IN THE SPEED THAT THEY WORK. THEY WILL SLOW DOWN TO THE DELAY, INTERMEDIATE SETTING WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED. THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE IN AUGUST 2004. WHEN THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER,THEY SAID THAT IT IS THE WAY THEY ARE DESIGNED. THERE ARE OTHER YEAR, MAKE, AND MODELS THAT HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT IT IS A MANUFACTURER'S DESIGN FLAW. THE CONTACT STATES THAT IT IMPAIRS THE VISIBILITY OF THE DRIVER.*AK

2002-05-14, Air Bags
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

2001-11-29, Air Bags
VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A RIGHT FRONTAL COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER. *AK

2001-11-16, Suspension
REAR SHOCK MOUNT TOWER TORE FROM BODY OF CAR, BOLTS AND ALL. NO MODIFICATION DONE TO SUSPENSION, NORMAL DRIVING, NO ADVANCE NOTICE. NO TRACK DRIVING. BMW MAKES A REPLACEMENT KIT TO REMEDY THIS WEAK BODY AREA. BMW MESSAGE BOARDS HAVE MANY SIMILAR M3'S WITH THIS PROBLEM. AT HIGH SPEED WOULD PROVE FATAL.*AK

2001-07-13, Wheels
WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A TURN TRAVELING 10MPH CONSUMERS HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM THE REAR. UPON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE CONSUMER FOUND TIRE WAS BENT. DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND FOUND THAT WHEEL MOUNT TORE AWAY FROM FRAME. DEALER WILL NOT REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE DUE TO THE FACT THAT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

1997 BMW M3 questions

Does the 1997 BMW M3 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1997 BMW M3: Air Bags:Side/Window; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 BMW M3?

Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (4), Tires (4), Engine And Engine Cooling (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 BMW M3 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.