2021 BMW M3 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2021 BMW M3 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (1 report).

3Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 BMW M3 recalls

Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash

Recall 21V554Jul 21, 202121,537 vehicles affected

The passenger seat belt's automatic locking retractor may deactivate early, before the webbing has fully retracted.

Front Seat Belt Bolt May Be Loose, Risking Less Protection

Recall 21V298Apr 28, 202112 vehicles affected

Some 2021 BMW vehicles may have a front seat belt buckle assembly whose bolt, which secures the assembly to the frame, was not tightened to specification during production.

Brake rotor may separate, causing loss of ABS and braking assist

Recall 21V062Feb 10, 2021893 vehicles affected

A welding defect in the integrated brake system's rotor and shaft may allow them to separate during hard braking.

Most common 2021 BMW M3 problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts1
Air Bags1
Steering1
Suspension1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2026-04-01, Unknown Or Other
Sunroof shattered while driving, no impact from outside.
2025-08-02, Steering
Loud clunking and creaking noise from front suspension when driving on uneven or bumpy road surfaces.
2024-08-28, Seat Belts
Unknown. I was driving home when I get a message stating “passenger restraint system malfunction”

2021 BMW M3 questions

Does the 2021 BMW M3 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2021 BMW M3: Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash; Front Seat Belt Bolt May Be Loose, Risking Less Protection; Brake rotor may separate, causing loss of ABS and braking assist. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW M3?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (1), Air Bags (1), Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.

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