BMW 3 Series NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2022 BMW 3 Series an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the BMW 3 Series at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 5 ★ rollover.
BMW 3 Series Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2022 BMW 3 Series 4 DR AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 | 8 |
| 2022 | 2022 BMW 3 Series 4 DR RWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 | 8 |
| 2021 | 2021 BMW 3 Series 4 DR AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 9 | 32 |
| 2021 | 2021 BMW 3 Series 4 DR RWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 9 | 32 |
| 2019 | 2019 BMW 3 Series SW AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 9 | 40 |
| 2018 | 2018 BMW 3 Series SW AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 | 58 |
| 2018 | 2018 BMW 3 Series 4 DR AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 | 58 |
| 2018 | 2018 BMW 3 Series 4 DR RWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 | 58 |
| 2017 | 2017 BMW 3 Series SW AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 | 71 |
| 2017 | 2017 BMW 3 Series 4 DR AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 | 71 |
| 2017 | 2017 BMW 3 Series 4 DR RWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 | 71 |
| 2016 | 2016 BMW 3 Series SW AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 | 93 |
| 2016 | 2016 BMW 3 Series 4 DR AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 | 93 |
| 2016 | 2016 BMW 3 Series 4 DR RWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 | 93 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
BMW 3 Series Safety FAQ
Is the BMW 3 Series a safe car?
NHTSA gives the BMW 3 Series an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series scores 5 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 9.2%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the BMW 3 Series have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested BMW 3 Series as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and without lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.