There are no safety recalls for the 2013 BMW 3 Series, but owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA.
2013 BMW 3 Series problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2013 BMW 3 Series complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 65,536 miles · reported Mar 26, 2019
The door lock actuators have failed. This makes it so that the doors do not open when you are inside the vehicle attempting to get out by pulling the door handle. This is a safety issue not allowing me to get out of my vehicle. If this issue is not resolved by paying the $1500 to fix the issue the doors will stop opening completely making this even more of a safety issue over time. This issue only gets worse and is directly related to the functionality of the car. This door lock actuator should be recalled on all vehicles bmw makes that are having this same issue. This is a known long-standing…
Electrical System · at 70,000 miles · reported Jan 14, 2019
Driver and passenger trapped in car after parking at as gas pump. Doors would unlock but not open resulting in the potential of killing its passengers in a crash. There is a video on youtube of a similar incident.
Wheels · at 37,500 miles · reported Jan 16, 2018
Two wheel rims cracked, only 38,000 miles on vehicle. Rims won't withstand normal road conditions. They are a safety hazard never know when they will crack and causing loosing control while driving.
Electrical System · reported Jan 8, 2018
When I try to open the drivers side door by pulling the handle it does not unlock automatically. The only way to exit the vehicle is through another door or by using the central lock/unlock button. My fear is that in the case of an emergency or accident if the electrical system is compromised I could possibly be trapped in the vehicle. I attempted to have this repaired at the bmw dealership but they claim that the problem being mechanical is not covered by the warranty. On the bmw internet forums there are multiple posts across vehicle models complaining of the same faulty "door actuator" and…
Air Bags · reported Aug 29, 2016
Takata recall: I received a letter from bmw on march 2016 notifying me of the driver's front air bag module recall, campaign no. 16v-071. Bmw did not have any parts available at the time of notification and indicated they would notify me as soon as they are able to perform the recall on my vehicle. I AM concerned for my safety and I think waiting for the airbag to be fixed since march is a reasonable amount of time, considering the seriousness of this matter. If there is anything I can do to speed up this process, please let me know.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 BMW 3 Series have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 BMW 3 Series as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 BMW 3 Series?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (7 reports), followed by engine (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,000 miles.
Are BMW recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.