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2023 BMW 3

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

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Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2026331 · manufacturer campaign 12 82 26RC

8 July 2026

Transport Canada lists: 2 2023–2025 · 3 2023–2024 · 4 2023–2024 · 5 2023 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2026-040.

Why it matters

A starter that overheats can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends not using the remote start function and not leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine starter.

26,247 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2026040 · manufacturer campaign 12 80 26RC

30 January 2026

Transport Canada lists: 2 2023 · 3 2021–2024 · 4 2021–2023 · 5 2021–2023 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat.

Why it matters

A starter that overheats can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends not using the remote start function and not leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine starter.

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Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2023646 · manufacturer campaign 24 82 23RC

6 December 2023

Transport Canada lists: 2 2023 · 3 2023 · 4 2023 · 8 2023 · and 5 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the integrated transmission control unit (ITCU) may not be sealed properly. As a result, transmission oil could leak into the unit and cause the transmission gears to seize. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the ITCU. The dealer will also inspect the transmission fluid and replace it, if necessary.

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Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2023093 · manufacturer campaign 61 82 23RC

24 February 2023

Transport Canada lists: 3 2023 · 4 2022 · I 4 2023

What is wrong

This recall is for certain vehicles that had the body domain controller (BDC) electronic control unit (ECU) replaced during a dealer service visit. On certain vehicles, a programming error in the replacement BDC ECU could cause the automatic door locking function not to work. As a result, a door that is not locked could open in a severe crash.

Why it matters

A door that opens in a crash could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to reprogram the BDC ECU. To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends that you should manually lock all doors before each trip until the recall repairs have been completed.

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Common questions

Does the 2023 BMW 3 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2023 BMW 3. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.