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2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Recalls

Updated May 30, 2026·Ethan Miller

Recall Summary

The 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has 1 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

Most are for minor compliance or labeling issues.

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Total Recalls

1
0 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3

The 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has 1 recall campaign on record. Not automatically, but you should still verify that every recall remedy was completed. The 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has 1 recorded recall campaign, and open work can change the ownership risk materially.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 include EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3?

BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured June 28, 2013, to April 21, 2015, and 2014-2015 328xd Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured July 5, 2013, to April 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

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Data and Methodology

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 have?

There are 1 recall campaign for the 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

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Are there safety critical recalls for the 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3?

There are no documented high risk recalls for this model year. However, always confirm remedy availability with a VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
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Workflow
Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification

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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Buyer's Guide

1 total campaign

moderate
ID: 15V520000

Exterior Lighting

BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured June 28, 2013, to April 21, 2015, and 2014-2015 328xd Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured July 5, 2013, to April 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."