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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 BMW 3 Series GT

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
38Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE BMW 3 SERIES GT

The BMW 3 Series GT occupies a distinctive niche as a stretched, liftback-style variant of BMW's benchmark sport sedan, blending the driving dynamics the 3 Series is known for with added rear headroom and a more versatile cargo opening. Aimed at buyers who want a premium European driving experience without fully committing to a wagon or crossover, this model targets enthusiasts and upscale family buyers alike.

VERDICT

The 2019 BMW 3 Series GT earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the 3 Series GT for blending BMW's well-regarded driving dynamics with a more practical body style, appreciating its composed handling and premium interior. Most note that the GT body adds real-world versatility without significantly compromising the sport sedan character the 3 Series nameplate is built on, though some find the niche positioning less compelling than a standard sedan or a dedicated wagon.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13383

Index breakdown

Crash protection65/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record14.5/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 BMW 3 Series GT at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

38 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

2reported crash
4reported fire
2reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsUnknown Or Other 9Engine 7Electrical System 6Power Train 5Air Bags 4Exterior Lighting 3

Rivals in Sedan (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13383), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for BMW 3 Series Gt 2019. Class rank 30 of 119 in Sedan 2019. Methodology · Disclosure