2018 BMW M240I Problems & Complaints

Few complaints

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2018 BMW M240I with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. The most reported problem area is the lights (2 complaints). 2 recalls cover this model year.

3complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2018 BMW M240I problems

  • Lights
    267%
  • Electrical system
    133%

Share of the 3 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

BMW M240I complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, BMW M240I. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

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2018 BMW M240I recalls (2)

Engine and engine cooling › Engine

NHTSA recall 18V-465 · Jul 11, 2018 · 5,309 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA recall 17V-719 · Nov 15, 2017 · 3,188 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2, and X3 xDrive 30i SAV vehicles. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster display software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2018 BMW M240I engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl turbo8-speed automaticRWD21 / 30 / 24
3.0L 6-cyl turbo8-speed automaticAWD21 / 30 / 24
3.0L 6-cyl turbo6-speed manualRWD19 / 28 / 22

EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2018 BMW M240I a good car?

That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. So far owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 BMW M240I?

The lights — 2 complaints, 67% of all complaints for this model year. Next is the electrical system (1).

How many recalls does the 2018 BMW M240I have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2018 BMW M240I, the most recent from July 11, 2018 (engine). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.