2016 BMW M2
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Exterior lighting
5 of 5 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Show complaint excerpts
The contrast of the gauges are so poor that in certain lighting (Dusk, dawn, moments of shadow by trees) they become illegible. It is exaggerated by wearing sunglasses.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-19
Speedometer numbers are gray on a gray background making it very difficult to read in overcast conditions in the daytime. Can lead to improper speed relative to the posted speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-22
During day light hours the speedometer and tachometer cannot be seen due to poor lighting.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-15
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-11-03Structure16V653000 BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 BMW M2 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Exterior lighting: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V653000 · Structure
FAQ
- Is the 2016 BMW M2 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 2016 BMW M2?
- The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 BMW M2 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.