2010 BMW M3 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 7%of 15 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 54,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the electrical system of the 2010 BMW M3, 7% of the 15 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 54,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The oem wiring insulation in the headlight housing has flaked off. The bare wires caused an electrical short when I replaced a light bulb. Bmw says that the only repair is to replace the entire housing for $2100. This will need to be done on the other side eventually, as the insulation is deteriorating in that housing as well. I have read online that this is a common problem in many different models because of the type of wiring that was specified by Bmw just does not hold up under higher temperatures. …”
NHTSA complaint #11000488, filed 2017-06, 54,000 milesRelated recalls
- 19V472000Jun 19, 2019BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 M3 Coupe and M3 Convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan…Covers: BMW M3 2008–2012, 335D 2009–2011, 328I 2009 +1 more
- 17V676000Oct 25, 2017BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i…Covers: BMW M3 2006–2011, 325I 2006–2011, 328I 2006–2011 +9 more
Related service bulletins
- 10249027Jan 11, 2024The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery…
- 10211864Mar 1, 2022The footwell module (FRM) cannot be encoded after replacement.
- 10182619Oct 1, 2020Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has…
- 10175267Apr 1, 2020Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This…
- 10162431Jul 10, 2019"Erroneous CC Message "Remote control! Do not switch off the engine" is Displayed. An erroneous CC message, "Remote control!" " Do not switch off the engine" is displayed in the…
- 10162406Jul 10, 2019Power Mirrors and/or Windows are Inoperative. The power windows and/or power mirrors are inoperative. The LED on the headlight switch is flashing. There is a check control…
- 10162404Jul 10, 2019"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the…
- 10149557Oct 1, 2018For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata…
- 10150894Sep 1, 2018?RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT. INFORMATION Documents have been developed showing the known correct statuses for all hall sensors and micro switches used to…
- 10149256May 1, 2017Interrupted supply of power to the vehicle. ? Initial vehicle entry / engine ignition may not function. ? Intermittent power failure during a journey may cause:o Instrument…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 11% |
| 2013 | 2 | 15% |
| 2011 | 7 | 23% |
| 2010 | 1 | 7% |
| 2009 | 6 | 13% |
| 2008 | 9 | 11% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
| 2003 | 4 | 7% |
| 2002 | 4 | 10% |
| 1998 | 2 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2010 BMW M3
8 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 BMW M3
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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