BMW 320 years to avoid
Across 1977–2002, no single 320 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2001 drew the most complaints; 2002 the fewest.
29
Total complaints
4
Recall campaigns
1977–2002
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every 320 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2001 | 12 | 1 | |
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1998 | 7 | 0 | |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1979 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1978 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 1 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the BMW 320?
By complaint volume, 2002 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 320 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW 320 have?
Across all model years, the 320 has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 29 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.