2020 BMW M235I — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
8
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 BMW M235I
The 2020 BMW M235I has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY, VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2020 BMW M235I
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2020 BMW M235I, potentially affecting up to 28,022 vehicles.
Recall 21V091000 — VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
| 14,011 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles. If the driver initiates an automatic closure of the sunroof, and the vehicle key status is changed to "off" or "lock," the sunroof may continue to close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
Consequence: If the sunroof continues to close after the vehicle is shut off, it may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 21V091000 — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
| 14,011 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles. If the driver initiates an automatic closure of the sunroof, and the vehicle key status is changed to "off" or "lock," the sunroof may continue to close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
Consequence: If the sunroof continues to close after the vehicle is shut off, it may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 BMW M235I
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 BMW M235I.
Safety Rating for the 2020 BMW M235I
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 BMW M235I in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 BMW M235I
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 BMW M235I. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B010225 — ENGINE
The engines turbocharger wastegate valve controller limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
B630223 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The trunklid-mounted inner taillamp turn indicators (arrows) do not function.
B512022 — STRUCTURE
While driving on rough roads, a cracking sound is heard coming from the headliner area.
B651622 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Service Action: Retrofit Satellite Radio. The Sirius(r) Satellite Radio is inoperative.
B620121 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASIC PROGRAMMING ABORT: While programming with the current ISTA version, there is a repeated programming abort for the instrument cluster (Kombi).
B640620 — STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
?FIZZING / GURGLING NOISES FROM CENTER VENT IN DASHBOARD: The Air Conditioning system is cooling the vehicle interior. The customer hears a fizzing / gurgling noise coming from the center ventilation grille in the vehicle interior.
B640620 — EQUIPMENT
?FIZZING / GURGLING NOISES FROM CENTER VENT IN DASHBOARD: The Air Conditioning system is cooling the vehicle interior. The customer hears a fizzing / gurgling noise coming from the center ventilation grille in the vehicle interior.
B651620 — STRUCTURE
SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM HEAD UNIT: Incorrect encoding of the head unit, US type-specific scopes were not included. Software in the Head Unit.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 BMW M235I
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW M235I
- 2015 BMW M235I — 6 complaints
- 2016 BMW M235I — 10 complaints
- 2017 BMW M235I — 0 complaints
- 2020 BMW M235I (current)
- 2021 BMW M235I — 0 complaints
- 2022 BMW M235I — 1 complaint