2023 BMW M240I Problems & Complaints

Few complaints1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the M240I at the same age

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2023 BMW M240I with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. 2 recalls cover this model year.

1complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2023 BMW M240I problems

  • Other / not specified
    1100%

Share of the 1 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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2023 BMW M240I recalls (2)

Electrical system › Software

NHTSA recall 23V-099 · Feb 17, 2023 · 3,193 vehicles

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…

Remedy: 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…

Air bags › Side/window

NHTSA recall 23V-039 · Feb 1, 2023 · 804 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2023 BMW M240I engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl turbo8-speed automaticRWD22 / 32 / 26
3.0L 6-cyl turbo8-speed automaticAWD23 / 32 / 26

EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 BMW M240I a good car?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2023 M240I rates few complaints: 1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the M240I at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

How many recalls does the 2023 BMW M240I have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2023 BMW M240I, the most recent from February 17, 2023 (software). 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.