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2010 BMW M3 Safety Overview

The 2010 BMW M3 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
  • Electrical system:wiring

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for BMW M3 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2010 BMW M3 20V017000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, ...

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 20V017000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/15/2020
2010 BMW M3 19V472000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-20...

A loss of electrical power can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V472000: A loss of electrical power can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/19/2019
2010 BMW M3 17V676000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 33...

Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.

NHTSA Recall 17V676000: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/25/2017
2010 BMW M3 16V071000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes an...

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.

NHTSA Recall 16V071000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/5/2016

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.