2018 BMW M240I — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 BMW M240I
The 2018 BMW M240I has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 BMW M240I
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2018 BMW M240I, potentially affecting up to 8,497 vehicles.
Recall 18V465000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
| 5,309 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d...
Consequence: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 17V719000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
| 3,188 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2, and X3 xDrive 30i SAV vehicles. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)...
Consequence: If the display does not illuminate during start up or does not illuminate various control and warning symbols while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster display software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 BMW M240I
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW M240I. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
2018 BMW M240i - no sound from radio, or any aux input. May be blown amplifier. Extremely loud crackling sound, intermitent sound.
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.
Safety Rating for the 2018 BMW M240I
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 BMW M240I in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 BMW M240I
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 BMW M240I. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B011220 — TIRES
BMW MAINTENANCE BOOKLET AND OEM TIRE MANUFACTURERS' WARRANTIES: In efforts to provide a digital experience to our customers, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is proud to announce a digital version of both the BMW Maintenance Booklet and BMW Original Equipment Manufacturers' (OEM) Tire Warranties.
B621017 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ERRONEOUS SERVICE INCLUSIVE CBS DISPLAY. After pre-delivery check or after instrument cluster exchange, BMW Service Inclusive is displayed although the vehicle does not feature the optional Service Inclusive coverage. Instrument Cluster display error
B640613 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow What is new The date in repair procedure and warranty section has been changed for vehicles produced to September 30, 2013 and from October 1, 2013.. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 BMW M240I
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW M240I
- 2017 BMW M240I — 3 complaints
- 2018 BMW M240I (current)
- 2019 BMW M240I — 0 complaints
- 2020 BMW M240I — 0 complaints
- 2021 BMW M240I — 0 complaints
- 2022 BMW M240I — 1 complaint
- 2023 BMW M240I — 1 complaint