BMW 3 Series E46 (1999–2005)
BMW 3 Series E46 (1999–2005) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
BMW 3 Series — body generations
| Generation | Produced | Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| E46 | 1999–2005 | — |
| E90 | 2006–2011 | — |
| F30 | 2012–2018 | — |
| G20 | 2019–present | 2023 |
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.
BMW 3 Series fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 | 6 | Air Bags, Fuel/Propulsion System, Electrical System |
| 2001 | 1 | 36 | Air Bags, Exterior Lighting, Electrical System |
| 2002 | 0 | 442 | Air Bags, Exterior Lighting, Electrical System |
| 2004 | 0 | 558 | Air Bags, Exterior Lighting, Electrical System |
| 2005 | 0 | 227 | Air Bags, Exterior Lighting, Electrical System |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.