BMW M3 owners have reported 16 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear suspension (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Rear Suspension problems | |
| Rear Suspension Shock Absorber problems | |
| Suspension Noise problems |
Loud clunking and creaking noise from front suspension when driving on uneven or bumpy road surfaces. Read details...
Rear vehicle subframe beginning to separate from chassis. Sheet metal directly above subframe mounting point peeling away from rest of car. Would lead to eventual destruction of rear end and possible loss of control of vehicle if not found in a timely manner. Read details...
Rear shock mount tower tore from body of car, bolts and all. No modification done to suspension, normal driving, no advance notice. No track driving. BMW makes a replacement kit to remedy this weak body area. BMW message boards have many similar M3's with this problem. Read details...
Left rear suspension spring broke with only about 50k miles. Resulted in noise, poor suspension control over bumps. Repair shop is replacing with a new one. Read details...