Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2024 BMW 230I peaked in 2024, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2024 BMW 230I
Coupe, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Mexico. Owner complaints on file from Oct 20, 2024 to Sep 29, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year1201 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints4Close to the median 2024 coupe
Severity index25.02024 coupes average 7.5
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2024 BMW 230I name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
One recall campaign covers the 2024 BMW 230I
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-770 | Nov 16, 2023 | Steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen | Steering | 201 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2024 BMW 230I
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
4 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Sep 29, 2026Failure Aug 1, 2026Tampa, FLUnknown or other
I am leasing my BMW and it has taken an unreasonable amount of time for BMW to provide a remedy to fix my car. The lease expires on November 3, 2026, and I want to sell it back to BMW but the BMW dealership in Wesley Chapel is saying that I can purchase the vehicle but it cannot buy the car back from me because of the recall. As such, at the end of the lease I am going to be forced to buy the car and hope for the recall to be fixed or give the BMW back to the BMW dealership and lose the equity that I have in the car. This situation is unfair to me and not my fault. BMW has an obligation to fix this recall in a reasonable time and it has failed to do so. And my issue is nothing compared to someone getting killed as a result of this recall.
NHTSA complaint 11767916 - Filed Sep 14, 2026Failure Sep 14, 2026Nesconset, NYElectrical system
The contact owns a 2024 BMW 230I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (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 dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
NHTSA complaint 11764026 - Filed Aug 18, 2026Failure Jun 12, 202615,000 milesNew York, NYElectrical system
The contact owns a 2024 BMW 230I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000(ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part 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 stated that at start-up, the vehicle was shaking, vibrating, and had shut off unexpectedly. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The failure mileage was 15,000.
NHTSA complaint 11757630 - Filed Oct 20, 2024Failure Oct 19, 2024Los Angeles, CAEngineFire
Vehicle was parked at approximately 3:45 PM. While parked, the vehicle engine caught fire sometime in the next hour, approximately. Many eyewitnesses stated that nobody was seen near the vehicle as it started smoking, and then caught fire, with multiple explosions heard. The engine was completely destroyed, but the passenger cabin did not seem to be impacted. BMW has several recalls out for engines catching fire - this model was not included in this recall, but clearly needs to be.
NHTSA complaint 11620898
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
44 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- B630526 Sep 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, customer may reportsome of the interior ambient lighting strips(arrows) may begin to fail sporadically after adeep sleep cycle. This concern is temporary and the interiorambient lighting will … - B121126 Sep 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Potential customer complaints with no fault codes stored / No MIL displayed. 1. “Rough idle after idling for a longer period of time” 2. “Vehicle feels like it is misfiring at idle” The automatic Start/Stop function is deactivated. The vehicle is stopped an… - B064026 Jul 17, 2026 · Other
Mirror Glass Return - B652026 Jul 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display (MFD) may flicker intermittently. Theflickering manifests itself in three phases: The image is distorted The central information display turns black (black screen) The image is OK again… - B651926 Jul 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Activation of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant voice is not possible via the Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFL) button and/or via the Central Information Display (CID). Intelligent voice control via the wake-up word “Hey BMW” is possible. - B120326 Jul 10, 2026 · Emissions
Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction h… - B630426 Jul 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The front interior reading light(s) (arrows) willrandomly turn ON and OFF while driving. The reading lights are normally activated bytouching the small icons - B520120 Jun 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When getting in or out of the vehicle, a groaning noise can be heard from the opening (aperture) in the seat backrest. The noise may be heard from one or both of the front seats. - B180125 May 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DISCOLORIZATION OF EXHAUST SYSTEM REAR SILENCER - B652025 May 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound. - B641224 May 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can break the instrument panel air vent slats. Damage and/or issues caused by outside influences are not covered under the BMW limited warranties. Originally, the air vent … - B010126 May 6, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date. - B320123 Apr 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard. - B120326 Mar 11, 2026 · Emissions
BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025. - B330125 Feb 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
“Rattling” noises heard from the area of the luggage compartment when driving over a rough road surface. - B840625 Oct 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle. - B512222 Sep 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Hood lever is pulled twice but the hood only achieves the pre-latch position on both sides. - B320123 Aug 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard. - B410525 Jun 27, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While attempting to fuel/charge the vehicle,the fuel/charge door will not open. - B063125 May 7, 2025 · Other
Inspection and Return - Output Drive Repair Kit - B660725 May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The speed limit warning adopted speed, which is set by the customer, is automatically reverting to lowervalue after an extended duration of the sleep cycle. - B651525 May 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When initiating a phone call to a specific saved contact, Intelligent Personal Assistant may not be able tolocate the contact or may call the incorrect contact. - B650925 May 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customer may complain that Projected Modes (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto) do not connect in the vehicle. Itis found that the WiFi in the vehicle is also not active and cannot be turned on. - B320425 May 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After prolonged straight-ahead driving (e.g. highway driving), there may be a temporary, slightly noticeable increase in steering forces when steering out of the steering wheel center position. This minimally noticeable increase in steering forces is percei… - B630418 Apr 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored. - B330125 Apr 29, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
“Rattling” noises heard from the area of the luggage compartment when driving over a rough road surface.See attached video V33 01 25 “Rear strut noise”. - B061625 Mar 6, 2025 · Other
Central Bass Right Return - B514616 Feb 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator. - B840424 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customers may report issue with Personal eSIM operation, to include: Personal eSIM does not finish the set-up process in the vehicle Telephone function via eSIM is not possible WiFi Hotspot function cannot be used Streaming video service via the BMW Theatre… - B653524 Dec 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customers may report that the Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display flickersonce on and off. This flickering is not continuous but may occur once every 15 to 50 seconds. No fault memory entry is stored for this customer complaint. - B610615 Dec 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rattling noises heard from vicinity of glove box. - B310223 Oct 31, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard. - B110424 Oct 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
One of the following faults are stored in the DME: 123432 - Electrical wastegate valve, adaptation: Limit position shut, implausible 123433 - Electrical wastegate valve, adaptation: adjustment range implausible 123511 - Electrical wastegate valve: stiff mov… - B652124 Sep 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When the navigation app is opened in the vehicle, the navigation map is not displayed. Instead, the navigation loading screen is shown on a constant loop and the message "Navigation starts" is displayed. - B065024 Jul 11, 2024 · Other
Catalytic Return - B512022 Jul 15, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While driving on rough roads, a cracking sound is heard coming from the headliner area. - B180124 Jul 3, 2024 · Service Campaign
DELIVERY STOP: CATALYTIC CONVERTER - B360121 May 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. - B640416 Jan 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. - B610524 Jan 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 âÃÂÓ âÃÂÃÂHU-H: ResetâÃÂàwill be stored in the HU-H3. - B611305 Jan 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âdisc… - B160123 Jan 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air sy… - B612123 Nov 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The steering wheel heating takes a long time to achieve the desired temperature. - B513218 Nov 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.