2023 BMW 228I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 228I years
- Not enough data 7th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW 228I. That ranks 7th out of 8 228I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 BMW 228I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 BMW 228I recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:body
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 228i, 228i xDrive, and 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 vehicles. The bolts that connect the front body structure to the vehicle chassis may not have been tightened properly.
Risk: A loose front body structure may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, tighten the front structure bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I have this model 2023 with about 6000 miles which makes a noise when in reverse. I have the same model year 2021 which has 25000 miles. The dealer states the brakes and rotors may have issues on the 25000 . If this occurs on a same model type two years apart and 19000 mile difference this is…
Shifter failure: IN DRIVE mode, the shifter moves to neutral with slight movement of wrist. The shifter is NOT locked thus requiring intentional shift movement, alas simply brushing your arm against it as you reach for the coffee or the radio causes the vehicle to STOP driving Safety Risk: While…
Other BMW 228I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 228I | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 228I | 3 | 2 |
| 2021 228I | 8 | 3 |
| 2020 228I | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 228I | 18 | 1 |
| 2015 228I | 17 | 3 |
| 2014 228I | 7 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 BMW 228I?
Owners most often report engine, forward collision avoidance, lane departure problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2023 BMW 228I?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 BMW 228I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 228I model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.