2016 BMW M2 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
5
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
11
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 BMW M2
The 2016 BMW M2 has received a total of 5 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS. 11 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Exterior Lighting (5 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 BMW M2
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2016 BMW M2, potentially affecting up to 196 vehicles.
Recall 16V653000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
| 196 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 BMW M2
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW M2. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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!
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.
Safety Rating for the 2016 BMW M2
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 BMW M2 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 BMW M2
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 11 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 BMW M2. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B340921 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operationwhen braking from low speed.
B110420 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CONNECTING ROD BEARING: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective November 20, 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2020-2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 15, 2019 and October 23, 2020.
B110420 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
CONNECTING ROD BEARING: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective November 20, 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2020-2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 15, 2019 and October 23, 2020.
B111019 — ENGINE
DELIVERY STOP: CRANKCASE BEDPLATE. On affected vehicles the crankcase bedplate may not have been installed correctly.
B651219 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
No audio heard in vehicle due to failed audio amplifier May be the result of water ingress into the audio amplifier.
B612315 — EQUIPMENT
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
B000119 — TIRES
SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE OWNER'S MANUAL. Incorrect technical data for winter tires is listed in the owner's manual.
B121716 — POWER TRAIN
M2 - DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION CCM IS DISPLAYED. Drivetrain Malfunction Check Control Message is displayed Engine power is reduced Faults stored in DME fault memory: o 0x120208 - Charging pressure control plausibility: pressure too high o 0x120408 - Charging pressure control: Switching off Turbocharging pressure control is erroneously switched off due...
B511917 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
EDGE CORROSION IN THE INNER DOOR JAMB AREA. Corrosion on inner door panels at the following holes and cavity openings: ? Door brake (1). ? Door wiring harness pass-thru (2).
B121716 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
M2 - DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION CCM IS DISPLAYED. Drivetrain Malfunction Check Control Message is displayed Engine power is reduced Faults stored in DME fault memory: o 0x120208 - Charging pressure control plausibility: pressure too high o 0x120408 - Charging pressure control: Switching off Turbocharging pressure control is erroneously switched off due...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 BMW M2
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW M2
- 2016 BMW M2 (current)
- 2017 BMW M2 — 18 complaints
- 2018 BMW M2 — 3 complaints
- 2019 BMW M2 — 0 complaints
- 2020 BMW M2 — 2 complaints
- 2021 BMW M2 — 1 complaint