Model year guide

2012 BMW 3 Series

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 BMW 3 Series is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1,278 on record.

2012 BMW 3 Series — representative photo
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2012 BMW 3 Series at a glance

Safety recalls2
Typical price$25,112

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2012 BMW 3 Series recalls 2

Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:crankcase (pcv) NHTSA Campaign #22V119000 · 02/03/2022

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 52…

Fix: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19…

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #23V707000 · 20/10/2023

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.

Fix: Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

What's a 2012 BMW 3 Series worth?

Low
$20,700
Typical price
$25,112
High
$30,500

From 1,275 comparable 2012 BMW 3 Series listings.

2012 BMW 3 Series trims & engines on record

Trims
328i · 335i · 328i xDrive · 335is · 335i xDrive · xDrive · SA
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 241 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 230 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 300 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 320 hp

2012 BMW 3 Series vehicles on record

Other BMW 3 Series model years

2012 BMW 3 Series — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 BMW 3 Series have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 BMW 3 Series. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

How much is a 2012 BMW 3 Series worth?

Comparable 2012 BMW 3 Series listings run roughly $20,700–$30,500, typically around $25,112 (from 1,275 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.