2002 BMW M3 vs 2003 BMW M3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 BMW M3 | 2003 BMW M3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 40 | 54 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 24 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,500 mi | 73,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW M3 | BMW M3 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 2 |
| Structure | 4 | 5 |
| Suspension | 4 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 4 |
| Visibility | 2 | 4 |
| Engine | 1 | 3 |
2002 BMW M3
2003 BMW M3
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.