BMW 440I Problems by Year
NHTSA has 16 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the BMW 440I, across 4 model years (2017–2020). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
BMW 440I years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 440I model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 440I: 7 complaints, 1 recall
- 2017 440I: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2019 440I: 4 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 440I problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 440I model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 440I | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 440I | 4 | 3 | — | Engine | |
| 2018 440I | 7 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2017 440I | 5 | 2 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 440I years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (7), 2017 (5), 2019 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 440I?
Electrical System, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW 440I have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.