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1997 BMW M3

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 BMW M3. Tires is the most reported problem area, at 14% of complaints. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (14%) and air bags (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
28 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Tires 14% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
20 to 21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 BMW M3. Tires is the most reported problem area, at 14% of complaints. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (14%) and air bags (11%).

  • Tires 14%
  • Wipers, windshield & visibility 14%
  • Air bags 11%
  • Engine 11%
  • Brakes 7%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 BMW M3

Recalls

The 1997 BMW M3 is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 1997 BMW M3

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 1997 BMW M3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 26 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the M3