2003 BMW M3 vs 2004 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 | 2003 BMW M3 | 2004 BMW M3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 25 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 73,750 mi | 77,994 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW M3 | BMW M3 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 15 | 9 |
| Power Train | 14 | 6 |
| Visibility | 4 | 6 |
| Structure | 5 | 3 |
| Suspension | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 |
2003 BMW M3
2004 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.