2011 BMW M3 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 BMW M3 has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system failures and safety components due to the recall notices. No direct consumer complaints have been submitted regarding this model.
The 2011 BMW M3 is subject to six recalls addressing various defects affecting electrical systems and air bag inflators. These recalls involve critical safety risks including stalling, fire hazards, and potential injury from air bag deployment defects.
Recalls- Electrical system wiring and fuses. Recall 19V472000 affects 16,641 vehicles where the positive battery cable connection at the fuse box terminal may degrade, causing intermittent electrical power loss. This can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace and secure the connector free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2019.
- Driver side air bag inflator module. Recall 20V017000 covers 59,965 vehicles equipped with non-desiccated inflators that may explode due to propellant degradation after long exposure to heat and humidity. The defect can release sharp metal fragments causing serious injury or death. BMW will replace the driver air bag or inflator free of charge. The recall started March 11, 2020.
- Heating and air conditioning system wiring. Recall 17V676000 involves 702,965 vehicles with wiring that may overheat and melt connectors, increasing fire risk, including when the vehicle is unattended. BMW will replace affected wiring and connectors free of charge. Owners received interim letters in November 2017; remedies are ongoing.
- Driver air bag inflator. Recall 16V071000 affects approximately 840,000 vehicles where excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture upon deployment, spraying metal fragments. The risk includes serious injury or death. Repair involves replacing the air bag module or inflator at no cost. The recall began March 9, 2018.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Legal assistance can help evaluate potential claims involving persistent or serious vehicle safety issues.
2011 BMW M3 Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
1619571
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 BMW M3
59965 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2011 BMW M3
16641 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 M3 Coupe and M3 Convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade, resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power.
Risk: A loss of electrical power can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2011 BMW M3
702965 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
Risk: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
2011 BMW M3
840000 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Complaints
No complaints found.