NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW M3 Safety Record
The 2023 BMW M3 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW M3 has not been subjected to federal crash testing, and thus carries no NHTSA star ratings or computed Safety Index. The absence of this data should not be interpreted as an indication of crashworthiness, positive or negative. The federal record shows a single recall campaign and one owner complaint filed with NHTSA for this model year.
The 2023 BMW M3 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign involving body control module software, and falls in the Light 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 | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW M3?
For the 2023 BMW M3, there is no federal crash-test data available, leaving a gap in understanding its structural safety. This absence means the Safety Desk cannot assess the vehicle's performance in impact scenarios. Its federal safety record is further characterized by a single recall and one owner complaint. The recall addresses a software issue within the body control module, a common type of campaign across several 2023 BMW models, typically resolved with a software update at a dealership. The lone complaint reports a powertrain problem that allegedly led to a crash; however, this remains an unverified consumer claim and is not indicative of a confirmed defect. The vehicle’s Safety Index, based on its recall and complaint volume, places it in the Light burden band. This classification is solely a measure of reported issues, not a safety performance rating.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW M3 have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW M3 is covered by one recall campaign targeting the electrical system, specifically the body control module software. The recall affects a broad group of 2023 BMW models including the M3. NHTSA's campaign record does not include a park-outside or do-not-drive directive for this campaign based on the data available here. Owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE23V118000
Risk: Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion may open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-02-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW M3?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2023 BMW M3. That single report is categorized under the Power Train component. It also carries a crash notation. All figures represent unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA, not established facts or confirmed defects.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW M3?
The 2023 BMW M3 faced a significant software recall concerning its body control module. Prospective owners of this model year should verify through NHTSA's VIN lookup that the recall remedy has been performed; an open recall indicates the required fix has not yet been applied to that specific vehicle.
- The 2023 BMW M3 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no frontal, side, or pole star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- One recall covers the 2023 BMW M3, targeting body control module software within the electrical system, a campaign that also encompasses several other 2023 BMW models.
- NHTSA has received one owner complaint for this model year, categorized under Power Train and carrying a crash notation, though all complaint data represents unverified consumer allegations.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects the low volume of recalls and complaints in the federal record and is not a measure of crash protection or a substitute for crash-test ratings.
FAQ2023 BMW M3 safety questions
Was the 2023 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 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW M3 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 BMW M3. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW M3?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 BMW M3. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW M3 2023.
- 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.