The contrast of the gauges are so poor that in certain lighting (dusk, dawn, moments of shadow by trees) they become illegible. It is exaggerated by wearing sunglasses. The current models have corrected this, but owners of 2016-2017 models (myself included) have no recourse. Straining to see the tachometer or speedometer is not safe!
The worst 2016 BMW M2 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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Recalls 1
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
- Risk
- Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 16V653000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 BMW M2 131
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking...
- At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking,...
- The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity...
- Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop
- Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
- After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes...
- The 3G network in the US has been shut down
- A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of...
- The 3G network in the US has been shut down
What 2016 BMW M2 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Speedometer numbers are gray on a gray background making it very difficult to read in overcast conditions in the daytime. Can lead to improper speed relative to the posted speed. This is a design flaw and bmw has since corrected in 2018 versions of the car. There is an entire thread dedicated to this issue on a bmw enthusiast forum. I have attached a couple pictures. Http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showpost.php?p=22486341&postcount=228
Instrument gauges hard to see in daylight. Poorly light.
During day light hours the speedometer and tachometer cannot be seen due to poor lighting.
Instrument gauges hard to read in daylight conditions.
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Questions about the 2016 BMW M2
Is the 2016 BMW M2 reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2016 BMW M2, 1.7 times a typical M2 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 BMW M2?
Lights, with 5 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2016 BMW M2 have?
1 recall, covering structure.
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