Does the 2022 BMW 230I have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 BMW 230I, the most recent reported on January 30, 2026 (Electrical system: starter assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW 230I?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is back over prevention (2 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).

How many 2022 BMW 230I complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2022 BMW 230I recalls and problems

2 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW 230I.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2022 BMW 230I recalls

Electrical system: starter assembly

NHTSA campaign 26V056000 · reported January 30, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC · 87,394 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
The risk: Fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.

Electrical system: starter assembly, relay

NHTSA campaign 25V636000 · reported September 23, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 199,674 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
The risk: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Back over prevention2
Electrical system2
Forward collision avoidance2
Lane departure2
Engine1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 11, 2026 · Electrical system
2022 BMW 230i Coupe (VIN: […]) is under an active, high-priority safety recall for an Engine Starter Fire Risk (Recall 26V-438) with a strict "Park Outside" mandate. The manufacturer currently lists the status as "Remedy Not Available" because redesigned replacement parts do not exist yet. Due to the explicit warning…

Aug 25, 2026 · Electrical system · 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 BMW 230I. The contact stated that while his son was attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact's son attempted to start the vehicle again, and the check engine warning light was blinking. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the vehicle was…

Jul 3, 2025 · Back over prevention
The following systems are not functioning or malfunctioning Forward Collision Warning with light braking function Pedestrian Warning with City Collision Mitigation Active Blind Spot Detection Rear-end collision preparation Parking collision warning

Dec 23, 2024 · Lane departure
I purchased all available packages which include pedestrian warning in rear and front, collision warning and automatic breaks, rear collision warning, etc… none of the systems have worked except for the parallel parking assist but now it is starting to malfunction and apply the breaks 100% while I am driving or…

230I model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2019	1	1	0
2020	1	2	0
2021	2	1	0
2022	2	4	0
2023	3	4	0
2024	1	4	1
2025	0	3	0

All BMW 230I years →

Questions

Does the 2022 BMW 230I have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 BMW 230I, the most recent reported on January 30, 2026 (Electrical system: starter assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW 230I?: Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is back over prevention (2 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2022 BMW 230I complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 11, 2026.