2018 BMW M240I Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2018 BMW M240I has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (2 reports).

2Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 BMW M240I recalls

Crankshaft sensor firmware can cause engine stall

Recall 18V465Jul 11, 20185,309 vehicles affected

A crankshaft sensor may have incorrect firmware.

Instrument Display May Not Light Up, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 17V719Nov 15, 20173,188 vehicles affected

The instrument panel software in these vehicles may contain an error that prevents the display from properly illuminating.

Most common 2018 BMW M240I problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting2
Electrical System1

What owners report

2026-08-10, Exterior Lighting
The daytime running lights (DRL) LED module overheated due to poor thermal design burning the connection point and turning the"angel eyes" amber, yellow.When the LED module overheats, it chars and browns the leading edge of the internal fiber optic light tube which permanently alters the refracted light color from crisp white to amber/brown.BMW has released a Technical Service Bulletin acknowledging this dimming/discolorization "flaw". BMW reuses to cover this out of warranty because they claim a Technical Service Bulletin is not a recall ergo a safety issue.BMW claims this is a cosmetic or minor component failure, not a safety issue.This LED module eventually burns out completely and the D
2024-01-25, Electrical System
2018 BMW M240i - no sound from radio, or any aux input. May be blown amplifier. Extremely loud crackling sound, intermitent sound.
2023-11-29, Exterior Lighting
Each of the two LED taillights have failed. The right rear LED turn signal failed in the Spring of 2022 when the car had approximately 12,000 miles of use and the left rear LED turn signal failed in the Fall of 2023 when the car had approximately 15,000 miles of use.

2018 BMW M240I questions

Does the 2018 BMW M240I have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 BMW M240I: Crankshaft sensor firmware can cause engine stall; Instrument Display May Not Light Up, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW M240I?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (2), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 BMW M240I 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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