2023 BMW M240I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other M240I years
- Not enough data 5th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW M240I. That ranks 5th out of 9 M240I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 BMW M240I 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2023 BMW M240I recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:software; visibility:power window devices and controls
Problem: BMW of North Americal, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M2), and 2022-2023 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."
Risk: Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will update the software for the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. In addition, the digital key function via cellular service and Wi-Fi capability will be deactivated until the vehicle is updated with new software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Air bags:side/window
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i XDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive) vehicles. The second-row seat backrest cover panels for the side air bags may break during deployment of the side air bags.
Risk: A backrest cover panel that breaks during side air bag deployment may cause the air bag to deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury to second-row seat occupants.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear seat backrest side air bag cover panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. 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.
Idrive 8 system failure. Not responding with app. No notifications if vehicle left running or unlocked. BMW server issues
Other BMW M240I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 M240I | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 M240I | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 M240I | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 M240I | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 M240I | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 M240I | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 M240I | 3 | 2 |
| 2017 M240I | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 BMW M240I?
Owners most often report unknown or other problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2023 BMW M240I?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 BMW M240I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other M240I model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.