2022 BMW 230I
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Lane departure
2 of 3 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing blind spot detection.
Show complaint excerpts
I purchased all available packages which include pedestrian warning in rear and front, collision warning and automatic breaks, rear collision warning, etc⦠none of the systems have worked except for the parallel parking assist but now it is...
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-23
Also filed under Back over prevention and forward collision avoidance
Back over prevention
2 of 3 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing rearview system braking.
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 3 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
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2022 BMW 230i Coupe (VIN: [XXX]) is under an active, high-priority safety recall for an Engine Starter Fire Risk (Recall 26V-438) with a strict "Park Outside" mandate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-11
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-02-06Electrical system25V636000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026.
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2026-03-27Electrical system26V056000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners will receive another letter once the remedy is available.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 BMW 230I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Lane departure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Back over prevention: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V636000 · Electrical system
- Recall 26V056000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2022 BMW 230I 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 2022 BMW 230I?
- The most-reported component is lane departure, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 BMW 230I have?
- 2 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.