2022 BMW M340I Problems & Complaints

Average1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the M340I at the same age

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2022 BMW M340I with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the M340I at the same age. The most reported problem area is the steering (2 complaints, typically around 0 miles). One recall covers this model year.

7complaints
1recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 BMW M340I problems

  • Steering~0 miles
    229%
  • Brakes
    114%
  • Engine & cooling
    114%
  • Other / not specified
    114%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    114%
  • Suspension
    114%
  • Air bags
    114%
  • Electrical system
    114%
  • Wheels & tires
    114%

Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

BMW M340I complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, BMW M340I. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best M340I years: 2021. Compare all years →

2022 BMW M340I recalls (1)

Electrical system › Software

NHTSA recall 23V-584 · Aug 16, 2023 · 144 vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2022 BMW M340I:

Pedestrian alert sounds

NHTSA investigation DP22005 · opened Jan 27, 2023 · closed Aug 7, 2023 · led to recall 22V-063

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.

2022 BMW M340I engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl turbo hybrid8-speed automaticRWD23 / 32 / 26
3.0L 6-cyl turbo hybrid8-speed automaticAWD23 / 32 / 26

EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 BMW M340I a good car?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 M340I rates average: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the M340I at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 BMW M340I?

The steering — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (1) and engine & cooling (1).

How many recalls does the 2022 BMW M340I have?

There is 1 recall for the 2022 BMW M340I, the most recent from August 16, 2023 (software). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the BMW M340I?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2021. See the full BMW M340I years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 BMW M340I problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 0 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.