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BMW M240I problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every M240I from 2017 to 2025: 13 owner complaints and 8 recalls across 8 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (4), 2017 (3), 2018 (3). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (2025).

BMW M240I
Photo: MrWalkr · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Exterior lights6
Electrical2
Steering2
Airbags1
Wheels1
Other / unknown1
Latches & locks1
Body & structure1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20170325
20182324
20191024
20201025
20212024
20220426
20232126
20250226

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the BMW M240I?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (4), 2017 (3), 2018 (3).

How many recalls has the BMW M240I had?

Across 2017–2025, NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).