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2015 BMW 228I

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2015 BMW 228I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:45:08.550Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 228I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2015 highlighted. 2014: 7 complaints 2014 2015: 16 complaints 2015 2016: 18 complaints 2016 2020: 3 complaints 2020 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 3 complaints 2022 2023: 2 complaints 2023 2024: 0 complaints 2024
2015: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
20147
201516
201618
20203
20217
20223
20232
20240

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

6 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

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The contact owns a 2015 BMW 228I. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the instrument panel went blank and there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241030

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

5 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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The contact owns a 2015 BMW 228I. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the instrument panel went blank and there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241030

ENGINE

3 of 16 total reports mention: engine.

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THE ENGINE QUIT RUNNING WHILE ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. A MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD SCREEN "MAXIMUM DRIVETRAIN OUTPUT NOT AVAILABLE." THE ENGINE RE-STARTED AFTER PULLING OFF THE HIGHWAY AND PLACED IN "PARK".

NHTSA ODI report, 20171102

POWER TRAIN

2 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BMW 228I. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STARTED TO FUNCTION INDEPENDENTLY AND THEN STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WINDSHIELD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171005

AIR BAGS

2 of 16 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BMW 2281. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, WENT DOWN AN EMBANKMENT, AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP AFTER CRASHING INTO A TREE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200917

BMW HIT VEHICLE DIRECTLY IN FRONT WHILE EMERGENCY BRAKING FROM APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH AND WAS SUBSEQUENTLY HIT DIRECTLY FROM BEHIND IN I-70 4 CAR PILE-UP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161026

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

R 20241104 — air bags

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 24V288000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250328 — electrical system, engine and engine cooling

BMW of North America, LLC.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 24V608000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260212 — air bags

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive), and 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i, M235i...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 25V871000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 BMW 228I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 24V288000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V608000 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V871000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2015 BMW 228I reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 228I?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 BMW 228I have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.