2016 BMW 228I — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
30
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
12
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 BMW 228I
The 2016 BMW 228I has received a total of 30 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP. 12 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (10 complaints), Engine And Engine Cooling (9 complaints), and Seat Belts (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 BMW 228I
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2016 BMW 228I, potentially affecting up to 1,441,592 vehicles.
Recall 24V608000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES
| 720,796 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water...
Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 24V608000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
| 720,796 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water...
Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 BMW 228I
30 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW 228I. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignition | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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.
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.
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 recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
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 recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
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.
Safety Rating for the 2016 BMW 228I
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 BMW 228I in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 BMW 228I
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 12 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 BMW 228I. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B510921 — EQUIPMENT
GROANING FROM THE SIDE WINDOWS: There is a groaning noise present from the area where the side windows meet the convertible top while driving. Insufficient seal pressure against the side windows.
B541419 — EQUIPMENT
CONVERTIBLE TOP CREAKING NOISE: Creaking or groaning noise heard from the convertible top headliner. Convertible top headliner deflector contacting the multi-joint linkage.
B160119 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
ENGINE STALLS AFTER STARTING OR WILL NOT START. The engine stalls right after starting (when stationary).
B240215 — POWER TRAIN
8HP: TRANSMISSION FLUID LOSS FROM COOLER LINES CONNECTIONS. There is a transmission fluid leak in the area around the oil cooler lines (on the transmission side). CAUSE Damaged O-rings due to unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances
B340616 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
"DSC ""WHEEL SPEED SENSOR"" FAULT CODES AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- DIAGNOSTIC. 1. DSC's fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809B0 - wheel speed sensor - front left - drive off recognition faulty and 4809CD - wheel speed sensor - front right -...
B360115 — EQUIPMENT
SI B36 01 15 February 2016 Wheel and Tires Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 01 15 dated October 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure. A Check Control Message states Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) has failed CAUSE Hardware...
B513115 — EQUIPMENT
"Vehicles were built without the Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO) Mirror and are missing option code 319 (Integrated universal remote control) from the vehicle order. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action affects F22 vehicles produced from July 1, 2015 to August 26, 2015. Vehicles requiring the retrofit will display the following...
B651515 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Delivery Stop: Retrofit Repair Satellite Radio (Option Code SA655). A Delivery Stop has been issued on F22 vehicles. These vehicles have an inoperative SiriusXM(r) satellite radio. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until this issue is corrected. Vehicles at ports of entry will be repaired...
B651515 — EQUIPMENT
Delivery Stop: Retrofit Repair Satellite Radio (Option Code SA655). A Delivery Stop has been issued on F22 vehicles. These vehicles have an inoperative SiriusXM(r) satellite radio. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until this issue is corrected. Vehicles at ports of entry will be repaired...
B660715 — BACK OVER PREVENTION
"After activation, the PMA (Parking Maneuvering Assistant) or PDC (Park Distance Control) system stops functioning and a CCM (Check Control Message) is displayed advising the driver of the failure. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F22 (2 Series Coupe) and F23 (2 Series Convertible) models produced from 3/03/2015 to 6/30/2015....
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 BMW 228I
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 228I
- 2014 BMW 228I — 9 complaints
- 2015 BMW 228I — 28 complaints
- 2016 BMW 228I (current)
- 2020 BMW 228I — 6 complaints
- 2021 BMW 228I — 8 complaints