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2017 BMW M recalls, complaints and safety ratings

There are 6 US recalls for the 2017 BMW M, and 1 in Canada. Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting.

6US recalls
0urgent recalls
26owner complaints
–overall crash rating

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US recalls (6)

Exterior lighting: brake lights

2020-02-19 · campaign 20V094000 · 2,728 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

2018-10-11 · campaign 18V713000 · 2,661 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Engine and engine cooling

2017-06-14 · campaign 17V377000 · 206 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 M760Li xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles may have had incorrect engine oil cooler line installed, causing an oil leak in the engine compartment.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If oil leaks onto the front brake discs, a greater distance may be needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler line, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall supersedes recall 17V-240.

Air bags

2017-02-23 · campaign 17V115000 · 292 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive and M4 vehicles and Rolls-Royce Dawn vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat-mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Air bags

2016-12-20 · campaign 16V914000 · 3,506 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Structure: frame and members

2016-09-09 · campaign 16V653000 · 196 vehicles

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.

Risk and remedy

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

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Canadian recalls (1)

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Engine

2024-11-19 · campaign 2024-705 · 950 vehicles

Issue: This recall is for certain oil filters sold at BMW Motorrad dealerships as a replacement part for 2008 to 2024 models. This recall affects oil filter part number: 11427721779-04. On certain motorcycles, the oil filter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, under certain conditions, the filter could loosen and create an oil leak. Safety Risk: An oil leak near the rear tire could affect handling and control of the motorcycle. An oil leak could create a hazard for others. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, oil that leaks onto hot components could create a fire risk. Corrective Actions: BMW Motorrad will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the oil filter.

Owner complaints (26)

Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 BMW M.

Most-reported problemComplaints
Exterior lighting16
Electrical system3
Power train3
Unknown or other1
Engine1
Air bags1
Wheels1
Fuel system, gasoline1

Crash test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 BMW M.

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2017 BMW M2 2 DR RWD––––
2017 BMW M3 4 DR RWD––––
2017 BMW M4 2 DR RWD––––
2017 BMW M4 C RWD––––
2017 BMW M6 2 DR RWD––––
2017 BMW M6 C RWD––––
2017 BMW M6 4 DR RWD––––

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for each 2017 BMW M version.

VersionCity MPGHighway MPGCombinedYearly fuel cost
M2 3.0 L Manual 6-spd182621$3,900
M2 3.0 L Automatic (AM-S7)202622$3,750
M240i Convertible 3.0 L Automatic (S8)213225$3,300
M240i Convertible 3.0 L Manual 6-spd192923$3,550
M240i Coupe 3.0 L Automatic (S8)213225$3,300
M240i Coupe 3.0 L Manual 6-spd192822$3,750
M240i xDrive Convertible 3.0 L Automatic (S8)213125$3,300
M240i xDrive Coupe 3.0 L Automatic (S8)213125$3,300
M3 3.0 L Manual 6-spd172620$4,100
M3 3.0 L Automatic (AM-S7)172419$4,350
M4 Convertible 3.0 L Manual 6-spd172620$4,100
M4 Convertible 3.0 L Automatic (AM-S7)172419$4,350
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings, US EPA fuel economy and Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada). Recalls updated 2026-10-30.