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2019 BMW 3 Series

Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues

Engine is the leading concern among 41 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 15th highest complaint count among 21 3 Series model years with reports.

Complaints by model year
  17. 41

Of the 2019 reports, 2 involved a crash and 5 involved a fire. 2 people were injured.

Primary concernEngine9 reports · 22% of complaints
Owner complaints41Filed with NHTSA
Recall relationshipNo recalls on fileNHTSA campaign records

What owners report most often

  1. Engine9
  2. Other or unspecified9
  3. Electrical system7
  4. Power train5
  5. Air bags4
  6. Exterior lighting3
  7. Electronic stability control (ESC)2
  8. Forward collision avoidance2

Recalls and investigations

No safety recalls on file.

Representative owner complaints: forward collision avoidance

2 reports, newest first. Show all

  1. Lane departure, Forward collision avoidance, Jul 10, 2026

    KAFAS Mid Camera has software malfunction, internal fault, system does not operate as designed. Takes down all driver assistance features. Module unable to accept new coding/programming. BMW service information - B66 20 19

  2. Forward collision avoidance, Oct 6, 2023

    Vehicle stopped abruptly for no reason. No obstacles ahead. Surface street. Light traffic. Fortunate there was no vehicle behind me or they could not have avoided a collision. Vehicle is still under warranty. Dealer states that they cannot find any problem.