BMW Active Hybrid 3 recalls and problems
2 recalls and 9 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
2
Complaints
9
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Choose a model year
BMW Active Hybrid 3 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Active Hybrid 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Active Hybrid 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Active Hybrid 3 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Active Hybrid 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW Active Hybrid 3 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Seat Belts | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 |
All BMW Active Hybrid 3 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15V-520 | Aug 17, 2015 | 2012–2015 | Exterior Lighting | BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon… |
| 15V-189 | Mar 31, 2015 | 2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW Active Hybrid 3?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2013 BMW Active Hybrid 3 has the most reports (8). Check the 2013 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW Active Hybrid 3 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering BMW Active Hybrid 3 model years 2012–2015.
What are the most common BMW Active Hybrid 3 problems?
Owners report air bags, unknown or other, seat belts problems most often.