Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2024 BMW 430I by year 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 430I
Convertible, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Jul 31, 2026 to Jul 31, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year287k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2024 convertible
Severity index0.02024 convertibles average 0.0
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2024 BMW 430I 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
2 recall campaigns cover the 2024 BMW 430I
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-056 | Jan 30, 2026 | Engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component | Electrical system | 87,394 | Part replacement |
| 23V-863 | Dec 20, 2023 | Cylinder head cover may develop cracks, resulting in oil leaking into engine compartment | Engine and cooling | 5 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2024 BMW 430I
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.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Jul 31, 2026Failure Jul 31, 2026North Miami, FLElectrical system
The contact owns a 2024 BMW 430I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the unrepaired recall repair was a safety hazard. The contact had not experienced a failure.
NHTSA complaint 11753950
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
63 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- 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… - B640626 Jul 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A “whistling” noise is heard from the centerconsole/instrument panel when using theheating and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Heard with the blower motor set tospeed 2 or above Noise goes away on high blower speed Noise is loudest with the vents on theback… - 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. - 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. - B510626 Apr 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While driving on rough surfaces, a “tapping” noise can be heard from the tailgate area - B061326 Feb 3, 2026 · Other
Auxiliary Water Pump Return - B310126 Feb 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When driving over an uneven road surface, a “thumping” noise can be heard from the front axle. Seeattached video V 31 01 26. Under certain weather conditions, a “groaning” noise may be heard during steering movements - B340925 Dec 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
There may be an internal leakage in the brake fluid expansion tank (aka brake fluid reservoir). In the rarecase of a leak, the filling level sensor might malfunction over a relatively long period of time. - 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. - B840525 Aug 13, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SITUATION After the telematics module (TCB4) has been replaced, the replacement part control unit is not accepted byISTA. - B510324 Aug 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While opening any of the doors, a groaning sound is heard from the door brake. Doors open and close stiffly. - B410725 Aug 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While driving on a smooth and/or uneven road, a “cracking” sound is heard from the rear wheel arch area (highlighted in orange) on either the right or left side. - 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. - B063925 Jul 23, 2025 · Other
Adapter Disc Return - B064125 Jul 28, 2025 · Other
Seal Return - B340925 Jul 30, 2025 · Service Campaign
There may be an internal leakage in the brake fluid expansion tank (aka brake fluid reservoir). In the rare case of a leak, the filling level sensor might malfunction over a relatively long period of time. - B063225 May 21, 2025 · Other
Inspection and Return - Linkage for Wiper System - 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. - B840225 May 13, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When making phone calls via BMW Bluetooth (not Apple CarPlay) in the vehicle, the person in the calloutside the vehicle hears a distorted voice reproduction. - 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… - B160125 May 5, 2025 · Emissions
Please have the Integrated Fuel Module control unit (IFM) programmed in the vehicles concerned(according to the vehicle identification number selection), if possible, before vehicle delivery. - B510725 Apr 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The trunk lid trim panel may partially comeloose/dangle (red arrows show the mostprevalent areas). - B511223 Apr 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A vehicle listed above may arrive with a Check Control Message (CCM), and/or malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) illuminated. After carrying out the vehicle test, one or more of the stored faults indicate that the operation of the frontbottom active air flap is… - B511624 Mar 31, 2025 · Service Campaign
On G22 and G23 xDrive vehicles, the “xDrive”emblem was not installed on the left side ofthe trunk (circled). Only the “430i” emblemwas installed to the right side of the trunk. Without the “xDrive” emblem on the trunk, thecurrent emblem on the vehicle corre… - B160125 Mar 31, 2025 · Service Campaign
BMW AG has decided on a service campaign for certain vehicles from the G2x series. Please have the Integrated Fuel Module control unit (IFM) programmed in the vehicles concerned(according to the vehicle identification number selection), if possible, before … - B062425 Mar 24, 2025 · Other
Wiper System Return - B061625 Mar 6, 2025 · Other
Central Bass Right Return - B160125B Feb 21, 2025 · Other
B16 01 25 Integrated Fuel Module Delivery Stop Software Update - B160125A Feb 22, 2025 · Other
Update - Delivery Stop: Integrated Fuel Module - B160125 Feb 14, 2025 · Service Campaign
DELIVERY STOP: INTEGRATED FUEL MODULE - 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… - B653824 Dec 13, 2024 · Service Campaign
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 Theater… - 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. - B068324 Nov 28, 2024 · Other
Wastegate Valve Actuator Return - B512724 Nov 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Ethernet bus of the Body Domain Controller (BDC) is interrupted so that audio output, rear viewcamera, or the driver assistance systems fail. The symptoms begin to appear during auto locking at approx.10 mph, or after the Central Locking button is activ… - B410324 Nov 7, 2024 · Service Campaign
There is possibility that two body plugs were not correctly installed on the vehicle during production.Possible water ingress at the two points and typical faults such as corrosion or musty odor can occur. - B612224 Oct 31, 2024 · Service Campaign
A limited number of 12 and 48 (V) volt vehicle batteries may have been damaged during the manufacturing process, which could lead to a premature battery failure. - 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. - B067624 Oct 10, 2024 · Other
Entrance Cover Return - 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. - B612224 Sep 23, 2024 · Service Campaign
A limited number of 12 and 48 (V) volt vehicle batteries may have been damaged during the manufacturing process, which could lead to a premature battery failure. - B511624 Aug 14, 2024 · Service Campaign
On G22 and G23 xDrive vehicles, the “xDrive”emblem was not installed on the left side ofthe trunk (circled). Only the “430i” emblemwas installed to the right side of the trunk. Without the “xDrive” emblem on the trunk, thecurrent emblem on the vehicle corre… - B651224 May 30, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Central information Display (CID) screen goes black and the Headunit (HU-H3) resets sporadically.After a short period of time, the function of the CID and HU-H3 is available again. Additionally, fault code B7F8F9 – “HU-H: Reset” will be stored in the HU… - B120721 Mar 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion … - B510819 Jan 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. - 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… - B521723 Jan 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customer states one of the front seats is inoperative. The seat heater and power supply are inoperative. During the vehicle test, the seat module does not respond. The power supply fuse for the seat module isfound to have blown. - B360121 Jan 8, 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. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk… - 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… - 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. - B120721 Nov 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion …
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.