What is the most common problem with BMW? Is it the engine, transmissions, electronics, suspension or reliability? Owner experience in our forum, or the number of recalls involving specific car parts, may provide the answer.
The most common BMW’s issues by model
Recent BMW Problems
BMW X3 (2023) – Three screws not fastened correctly
BMW X3 (2023-08-23 – 2023-09-18) RECALL: Problem description: On affected vehicles the three screws connecting the electric motor to the steering gear are potentially not fastened correctly.
BMW X4 (2023) – Three screws not fastened correctly
BMW X4 (2023-08-30 – 2023-09-25) RECALL: Problem description: On affected vehicles the three screws connecting the electric motor to the steering gear are potentially not fastened correctly.
BMW i7 (2022 – 2023) – The loss of movement of the wipers
BMW i7 (2022-10-14 – 2023-01-26) RECALL: Problem description: On affected vehicles under certain conditions due to an increased loading on the wiper arm it may result in the loss of movement of the wipers.
If you wish to know more about possible problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: BMW Owners’ Reviews.
Latest EU Rapex BMW Problems
- BMW 3 Series (2011 – 2015)on 03/07/2026
The propellant in the driver airbag may deteriorate over time. If the airbags deploy, it could result in fragments from the inflator injuring the vehicle’s […]
- BMW 1 Series (2007 – 2015)on 03/07/2026
The propellant in the driver airbag may deteriorate over time. If the airbags deploy, it could result in fragments from the inflator injuring the vehicle’s […]
- BMW iX3 (2025 – 2026)on 21/06/2026
The head airbags in the affected vehicles may not have been bolted according to specifications, which could cause the airbag to deploy incorrectly or the […]
Currently 7104 Recalls