2003 BMW 3 Series vs 2004 BMW 3 Series
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 BMW 3 Series | 2004 BMW 3 Series |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 60 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,609 mi | 80,475 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 3 Series | BMW 3 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 23 | 42 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 12 |
| Structure | 5 | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 3 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 |
| Suspension | 4 | 1 |
| Tires | 3 | 1 |
2003 BMW 3 Series
2004 BMW 3 Series
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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.