BMW M235I recalls and problems
5 recalls and 19 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
5
Complaints
19
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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BMW M235I by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 M235I | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 M235I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 M235I | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 M235I | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 M235I | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW M235I problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
All BMW M235I recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-871 | Dec 17, 2025 | 2014–2015 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive), and 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe… |
| 24V-288 | Apr 24, 2024 | 2014–2015 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe… |
| 21V-554 | Jul 21, 2021 | 2021 | Seat Belts | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4… |
| 21V-091 | Feb 18, 2021 | 2020–2021 | Visibility | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles. |
| 15V-189 | Mar 31, 2015 | 2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW M235I?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2016 BMW M235I has the most reports (8). Check the 2016 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW M235I have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering BMW M235I model years 2014–2015, 2020–2021.
What are the most common BMW M235I problems?
Owners report electrical system, exterior lighting, power train problems most often.