2022 BMW 3 Series
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads by volume: 3 of 8 complaints (38%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 33 in 2021 to 8 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,600–2,750 | 2,600–3,100 | 2,600–3,100 | 2,650–3,000 | 2,650–3,000 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–30 | 25–30 | 25–30 | 26–29 | 26–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–26 / 34–36 | 22–26 / 30–36 | 22–26 / 30–36 | 22–25 / 31–34 | 22–25 / 31–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 299–313 | 298–313 | 298–337 | 308–340 | 308–341 | |
| Complaints filed | 52 | 33 | 8 | 12 | 10 | |
| Recalls issued | 12 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW 3 Series have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 BMW 3 Series?
Suspension, Wheels & Tires: 3 of 8 NHTSA complaints (38%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 BMW 3 Series get?
EPA rates it 25–30 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 BMW 3 Series?
EPA estimates $2,600–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 26 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 298 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 25 mpg | 34 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,750 | 314 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 23 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | $3,000 | 333 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 23 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | $3,000 | 337 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Compact Cars | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,750 | 160 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Compact Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 192 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY · Campaign 26V056000 · Feb 2, 2026
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Consequence: Fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
SEAT BELTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · Campaign 23V584000 · Aug 17, 2023
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. The receiver audio module control unit software may fail to properly generate audible seat belt warnings to the driver to fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 22V070000 · Feb 9, 2022
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.
Consequence: An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.