BMW 228I years to avoid
No model year of the BMW 228I stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best BMW 228I years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
BMW 228I complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common BMW 228I problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical25
- Engine21
- Transmission7
- Fuel system6
- Brakes6
- Wheels4
- Lights4
- Airbags4
- Visibility3
- Steering3
- Seat belts3
- Driver assistance3
BMW 228I problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | 2 | Acceleration | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | - | 3 | Airbags | 2 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | - | 8 | Brakes | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | - | 3 | Wheels | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2016 | - | 18 | Electrical | 29,984 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2015 | - | 17 | Electrical | 40,000 | 3 | 2 | |
| 2014 | - | 7 | Electrical | 4 | 1 |
Recalls 9
BMW 228I warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the BMW 228I
What years of the BMW 228I should you avoid?
No single model year of the BMW 228I has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used BMW 228I?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the BMW 228I?
Electrical, with 25 complaints across all years, followed by engine (21) and transmission (7).
How many recalls does the BMW 228I have?
9 recalls between 2014 and 2023. The 2014 model year has the most, with 4.
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