The 2017 BMW M3 has a low safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 3 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

16V6530002016-09-09

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.

Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 3 owners have filed complaints about the 2017 BMW M3. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Fuel System, Gasoline1

02Power Train1

03Electrical System1

3 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

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BMW M3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2017 BMW M3 trims

19–20mpg combined

17city

24-26hwy

$2,900-$3,050/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2017 BMW M3 returns 19–20 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

M3 - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$2,900/yr4/10 Average

M3 - Automatic (AM-S7)

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the CSL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2017 BMW M3 CSL

How does the CSL compare to other BMW M3 trims?

the CSL sits in a specific spot in the 2017 BMW M3 lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2017 BMW M3 page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 BMW M3 CSL?

Budget for standard CSL maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2017 has 1 recall on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the BMW M3 CSL?

The best model year for the BMW M3 CSL comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the BMW M3 overview.

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