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2016-2021 · 6 model years

BMW 2 Series Problems by year

Owners have filed 41 complaints about the BMW 2 Series across 6 model years, and it has 0 recalls. The 2016 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (18), while 2019 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the engine & cooling.

Most complaints for its age201618 complaints · 0 recallsSee the 2016
Complaints
41
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

2 Series complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20219000BrakesF
20204000Wheels & tiresC
20191000Engine & coolingA
20183000Engine & coolingB
20176000AirbagsC
201618001Electrical systemF

Most common 2 Series problems

Latest 2 Series complaints

2021 BMW 2 SeriesTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemDriver assistance

Prior to the repair, the vehicle displayed fault codes 100227 and 100229. The dealership technician informed me that faulty wiring was identified as the cause of the problem. After the vehicle entered limp mode, I was stranded on the roadside for approximately five hours awaiting assistance. The vehicle then required towing to the dealership because it could not be safely operated. The circumstances surrounding my vehicle's failure are particularly concerning because they involve electrical wiring and connector...

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issues similar to those addressed by BMW in NHTSA Recall 24V-608. Although BMW may contend that my vehicle is not included within the recall population, the technician's diagnosis identified faulty wiring, and the symptoms I experienced - including vehicle malfunction, limp mode activation, fault codes 100227 and 100229, loss of normal vehicle operation, and the need for emergency towing - are consistent with the type of electrical system failures that BMW has already acknowledged as a safety concern in other BMW vehicles. BMW has admitted in Recall 24V-608 that improperly sealed electrical connectors can lead to electrical faults and short-circuit conditions. The fact that BMW initially informed me that there was no physical problem with the throttle system yet subsequently replaced throttle-related components while the vehicle continued to exhibit electronic warning messages, including seat calibration errors, raises serious concerns regarding the root cause of the failure and whether a broader electrical defect remains unresolved. The technician's finding of faulty wiring further supports the conclusion that this was not an isolated component failure but part of a known pattern of electrical system issues that BMW has previously addressed through recalls and service campaigns. During the repair process, I was initially informed that nothing was physically wrong with the throttle system. However, the throttle-related component was later replaced as the proposed

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · Lane departureNHTSA 11767112
2021 BMW 2 SeriesEngine & cooling

Engine mount replace required at 37000 per dealership service inspection. Informed that it is standard for this part to fail repeatedly during life of engine. Retail price of repair at dealership estimated at $3000, offered repair for $1200. Informed that a driving hazard and cause for more engine damage if not replaced.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11742389
2021 BMW 2 SeriesLights

BMW DRL (Daytime Running Light) module is is overheating causing damage to the internal fiber optic tube. Dealer said this is a common issue and requires module replacement to prevent requiring a whole headlight assembly as BMW does not sell the fiber optic cable separately. Lights should not be overheating and causing burning to cable in car.

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 11710000
2020 BMW 2 SeriesSuspensionWheels & tires

A towing company came to pick up the car. They may have damaged the carriage/axel based on the tire mark they left on our drive way. The lines were not straight and it looks like they dragged the car.

Filed Incident Suspension · Wheels · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11697139
2016 BMW 2 SeriesEngine & coolingElectrical system

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical systemNHTSA 11679128
2016 BMW 2 SeriesEngine & coolingElectrical system

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle jerked back and forth and choked. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact called another local dealer, Century West BMW Service Department (4245 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91602) who...

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confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical systemNHTSA 11677845

Questions about the BMW 2 Series

Which BMW 2 Series years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2016 (18), 2021 (9), 2017 (6). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2016 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which BMW 2 Series years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2019, 2018 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other 2 Series years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common BMW 2 Series problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (14), engine & cooling (14), brakes (5) most often.

How many recalls does the BMW 2 Series have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for any BMW 2 Series model year on file.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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