2007 BMW 3 Series vs 2009 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 | 2007 BMW 3 Series | 2009 BMW 3 Series |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 115 | 53 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 91 | 89 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,347 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 3 Series | BMW 3 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 35 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 8 |
| Engine | 22 | 5 |
| Steering | 15 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 6 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 9 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 5 |
2007 BMW 3 Series
2009 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.