2022 BMW M340I recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW M340I.

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recalls
7
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
0
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 M340I recalls

Electrical system: software · Seat belts

NHTSA campaign 23V584000 · reported August 16, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC · 144 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. The receiver audio module control unit software may fail to properly generate audible seat belt warnings to the driver to fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Sep 24, 2026 · Wheels

I was driving and going to pickup something from the store localy around like 8 pm, and suddenly my car's wheels stopped responding, and the sign's came up on the car of something like "impaired driving" , and the car was telling me to pull over, i was nearby walmart and i pulled into the parking lot slowly, and could…

May 18, 2026 · Electrical system

The starter in my 2022 BMW M340I sedan was faulty after 54,000 miles. It began to take two attempts to start the vehicle each time and was at risk of not starting. The first attempt all electrical components would turn on but the ignition was unable to start the engine. Then the second attempt was generally…

Mar 31, 2026 · Air bags

The vehicle displayed a “Passenger Restraint System Malfunction” warning. Upon diagnosis by an authorized BMW dealership (Fields BMW, […] ), the issue was identified as a faulty passenger knee airbag wiring harness (short to ground). The dealer confirmed that this condition is documented in a BMW Technical Service…

Feb 5, 2026 · Unknown or other

On the day of purchase, while traveling at approximately 70mph on the Florida Turnpike, a large section of the lower dashboard assembly detached and fell onto my feet, obstructing access to the pedals., the vehicle displayed a "Powertrain Failure" warning light. Subsequent inspection of the tires revealed extreme…

Mar 13, 2025 · Engine

Water pump failure and coolant reservoir leak.

M340I model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2019 5000
2020 105600
2021 61100
2022 1700
2023 1110

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Questions

Does the 2022 BMW M340I have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 BMW M340I, the most recent reported on August 16, 2023 (Electrical system: software, Seat belts). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW M340I?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (2 complaints), followed by air bags (1).
How many 2022 BMW M340I complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 7 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 24, 2026.