2021 BMW 228I
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes.
Exterior lighting
2 of 8 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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Unknown
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-07
Also filed under Electrical system and forward collision avoidance
Electrical system
2 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-26
Also filed under Power train and lane departure
Visibility
1 of 8 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
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The contact owns a 2021 BMW 228I. The contact stated while driving 70-75 MPH, the sunroof exploded. The contact stated that the shade guard was closed at the time the failure occurred. The contact veered to the side of the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-20
Power train
1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-04-16Visibility21V091000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2021-09-03Seat belts21V554000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i),...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021.
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2023-10-12Electrical system, seat belts23V584000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 BMW 228I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V091000 · Visibility
- Recall 21V554000 · Seat belts
- Recall 23V584000 · Electrical system, seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 BMW 228I?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 BMW 228I have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.