NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 BMW M3 Safety Record
The 2022 BMW M3 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 BMW M3 carries no federal crash-test ratings; NHTSA has not evaluated this model year. Therefore, no Safety Index score can be assigned. The federal record shows a clean recall and complaint burden band, with zero open recall campaigns reported. One unverified owner complaint is on file. While this outlines the car's recall and complaint history, the absence of crash-test data prevents any conclusion regarding its crash safety performance.
The 2022 BMW M3 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns, and holds a Clean recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 BMW M3?
The 2022 BMW M3 carries no federal crash-test ratings. NHTSA has not tested this model year, and no sibling years have published results that might provide crash-test context. The vehicle's Clean burden band status reflects a record of zero recall campaigns and a single unverified complaint regarding the Power Train. This complaint total is among the lowest possible for any vehicle in active ownership, and the absence of recalls indicates no federally identified safety defect has prompted a remedy campaign for the 2022 model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 BMW M3 have any recalls?
The 2022 BMW M3 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been named in a recall, and no park-outside or do-not-drive guidance has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall status can change.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 BMW M3?
One owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for the 2022 BMW M3, filed under the Power Train component. That complaint is an unverified consumer allegation and has not been confirmed as a defect by NHTSA or any other authority.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 BMW M3?
The 2022 BMW M3 carries no open federal safety recalls at present. However, buyers of any used vehicle, including this model, should check the specific VIN at nhtsa.gov for any unrepaired past recalls before purchase. This practice ensures awareness of all safety advisories for that individual vehicle.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 BMW M3, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2022 BMW M3 with NHTSA, the lowest possible recall count.
- One unverified owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for this model year, filed under the Power Train component, and it has not been confirmed as an established defect.
- Prospective buyers should use the VIN-specific recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no new recall campaigns have been opened since this record was compiled.
FAQ2022 BMW M3 safety questions
Was the 2022 BMW M3 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW M3 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 BMW M3 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 BMW M3?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2022 BMW M3. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW M3 2022.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.