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Model year

2021 BMW M240I

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (2)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (25)
Recall campaigns covering this model year222k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2021 BMW M240I by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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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 2021 BMW M240I

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2021 BMW M240I
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
21V-554Jul 21, 2021Passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retractsSeat belts21,537Part replacement
21V-342May 12, 2021Supports within the roof liner may be insecurely attachedStructure2Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2021 BMW M240I

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.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    25 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • B010224 May 5, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
      The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
    • 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…
    • B011423 Nov 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE (PCV) EXTENDED LTD WTY 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES
    • B340714 Oct 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-
    • B651523 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
    • B840822 Mar 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration i…
    • B122519 Dec 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      After an automatic engine start (MSA start), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or Neutral "N" position without any customer influence.
    • SIB651312 May 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, supersede…
    • B170121 Feb 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.
    • B170121 Apr 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.
    • B010722 Apr 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Component and Issue Specific Limited Emission Warranty Extension. This bulletin is notice of a limited emission warranty extension. This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. There is no immediate repair required unless the BMW vehicle is current…
    • B610615 Nov 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Rattling noises heard from vicinity of glove box.
    • B640613 Nov 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes.
    • B610721 Sep 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.
    • B840221 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TELEMATICS UNIT RETROFIT TO 4G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022.
    • B840121 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting Februa…
    • B840221 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology was made at the dis…
    • B610721 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle, when turning the steering wheel.
    • B110120 Jun 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing.
    • B510921 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      GROANING FROM THE SIDE WINDOWS: There is a groaning noise present from the area where the side windows meet the convertible top while driving. Insufficient seal pressure against the side windows.
    • B110321 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      B58 ENGINE: ENGINE OIL FILTER REMOVAL PROCEDURE AND TOOLS . A. For the B58 engines, a BMW Oil Catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is now available.
    • B510921 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      GROANING FROM THE SIDE WINDOWS: There is a groaning noise present from the area where the side windows meet the convertible top while driving. Insufficient seal pressure against the side windows.
    • B110321 May 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      B58 ENGINE: ENGINE OIL FILTER REMOVAL PROCEDURE AND TOOLS . A. For the B58 engines, a BMW Oil Catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is now available.
    • B610615 Apr 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Washer Fluid Reservoir Rattles While Driving on Rough Roads: Rattling noises heard from vicinity of glove box.
    • B360121 Apr 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees F) increases th…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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