2022 BMW 230i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2022 BMW 230i has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Lane Departure (2 reports).

2Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2022 BMW 230i recalls

Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 26V056Jan 30, 202687,394 vehicles affected

The engine starter may overheat and catch fire because of wear on an internal component.

Starter Relay Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 25V636Sep 23, 2025199,674 vehicles affected

The engine starter relay can corrode over time.

Most common 2022 BMW 230i problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Lane Departure2
Back Over Prevention2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Electrical System2
Engine1

What owners report

2026-09-11, Electrical System
2022 BMW 230i Coupe (VIN: [XXX]) is under an active, high-priority safety recall for an Engine Starter Fire Risk (Recall 26V-438) with a strict "Park Outside" mandate. The manufacturer currently lists the status as "Remedy Not Available" because redesigned replacement parts do not exist yet. Due to the explicit warning that the vehicle can catch fire spontaneously while parked, I feel completely unsafe operating it or keeping it near my home. BMW Customer Relations refuse to provide a safe interim loaner vehicle, rental coverage, or transport/storage for the vehicle off my property. IG Burton states they do not have the parts to fix it yet. BMW Customer Relations states that it is my issue.
2026-08-25, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2022 BMW 230I. The contact stated that while his son was attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact's son attempted to start the vehicle again, and the check engine warning light was blinking. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the vehicle was diagnosed with a misfire and crankshaft failure. The contact was informed that the valve cover, fuel tank, and spark plugs need to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact demanded a second opinion. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact reac
2025-07-03, Back Over Prevention
The following systems are not functioning or malfunctioning Forward Collision Warning with light braking function Pedestrian Warning with City Collision Mitigation Active Blind Spot Detection Rear-end collision preparation Parking collision warning
2024-12-23, Lane Departure
I purchased all available packages which include pedestrian warning in rear and front, collision warning and automatic breaks, rear collision warning, etc… none of the systems have worked except for the parallel parking assist but now it is starting to malfunction and apply the breaks 100% while I am driving or parking causing near collisions and inability to to move my car while on the road. I also purchased 5G cell service in the car and it has no cell service but says it does however it forces me to use my phone to connect to cellular service through the car. This has created many issues, one being that the gps of my car is off by a few miles to many miles, the navigation system telling

2022 BMW 230i questions

Does the 2022 BMW 230i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2022 BMW 230i: Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Starter Relay Can Overheat and Cause a Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW 230i?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Lane Departure (2), Back Over Prevention (2), Forward Collision Avoidance (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 BMW 230i 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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