2016 BMW 228i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2016 BMW 228i has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (11 reports).

1Recalls
18Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 BMW 228i recalls

Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Recall 24V608Aug 13, 2024720,796 vehicles affected

An electrical connector on the engine's water pump may not be properly sealed.

Most common 2016 BMW 228i problems

Problem areas named in the 18 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System11
Engine And Engine Cooling9
Seat Belts2
Service Brakes2
Visibility/Wiper1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train1
Exterior Lighting1
Steering1
Wheels1

What owners report

2025-08-07, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2025-08-01, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle jerked back and forth and choked. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact called another local dealer, Century West BMW Service Department (4245 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91602) who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the rec
2025-07-29, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2025-06-27, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. No further information was available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2025-03-25, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owned a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that the part to do the recall repair was not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2016 BMW 228i questions

Does the 2016 BMW 228i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 BMW 228i: Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 228i?

Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (11), Engine And Engine Cooling (9), Seat Belts (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 BMW 228i has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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