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2003 BMW M3

Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 BMW M3. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 22% of complaints. After that come transmission (12%) and drivetrain & axles (9%).

At a glance

Complaints
69 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 22% of complaints
Recalls
5
Fuel economy
16 to 17 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 BMW M3. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 22% of complaints. After that come transmission (12%) and drivetrain & axles (9%).

  • Air bags 22%
  • Transmission 12%
  • Drivetrain & axles 9%
  • Engine 7%
  • Body & structure 7%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2003 BMW M3

Recalls

The 2003 BMW M3 is affected by 5 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 5 recall campaigns for the 2003 BMW M3

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2003 BMW M3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 17 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 15 city / 22 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the M3