2019 Model Year

BMW 3 Series

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
36
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Severe
8

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER Fire
Feb 2026

Description of the Problem: •Component/system that failed: The engine starter, which is subject to an open recall issued September 23, 2025. The start...

Power Train
Feb 2026

Vehicle shudders under acceleration no warning lights or errors . Changed transfer case oil and same problem continues. No recall from manufacturer fo...

Engine
Feb 2026

See attached document for complaint.

Power Train
Feb 2026

I am reporting a premature failure of two critical engine components: the Heat Management Module (Coolant Pump/Thermostat assembly) and the Oil Filter...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 2026

My 2019 BMW 330i has a recurring cooling system defect, including coolant leaks, heater inoperative, and risk of engine overheating. The defect began...

AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT Crash
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330i. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH on a three-lane highway, traveling in the exit lane, and using the...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Nov 2025

The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. The co...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER Fire
Nov 2025

My parked vehicle, with the ignition off, caught fire while I was inside the gym. Within10-15 mins of entering the gym, the gym intercom announced th...

Electrical System
Nov 2025

The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to...

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 2025

The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (E...

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Data updated: March 5, 2026

Summary

The 2019 BMW 3 Series has 36 complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is UNKNOWN OR OTHER. 2 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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