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US recalls (0)
No US recalls found for the 2023 BMW 2 Series.
Canadian recalls (6)
Show 6 Canadian recalls
Engine
2026-07-08 · campaign 2026-331
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat.
Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2026-040.
Safety Risk:
A starter that overheats can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends not using the remote start function and not leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine starter.
Engine
2026-01-30 · campaign 2026-040
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat.
Safety Risk:
A starter that overheats can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends not using the remote start function and not leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine starter.
Label
2024-08-15 · campaign 2024-544
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French.
Safety Risk:
This error does not affect vehicle safety.
Corrective Actions:
This is not a recall. The company has corrected the tire and loading information label for all new vehicles.
Powertrain
2023-12-06 · campaign 2023-646 · 79 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the integrated transmission control unit (ITCU) may not be sealed properly. As a result, transmission oil could leak into the unit and cause the transmission gears to seize. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the ITCU. The dealer will also inspect the transmission fluid and replace it, if necessary.
Structure
2023-02-17 · campaign 2023-075 · 527 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could allow you to close the windows and roof without the digital key inside the vehicle. Canadian regulations require a key to be in or near the vehicle when closing the windows or roof system.
Safety Risk:
A window or roof that can be closed without the digital key in or near the vehicle could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the electronic control unit software. To reduce safety risk, BMW recommends that you shouldn't use the digital key, and that the vehicle should only be operated with the key fob until the recall repairs are completed.
Airbag
2023-02-01 · campaign 2023-033 · 64 vehicles
Issue:
On certain 2 Series Coupe models, the rear seat backrest cover panels could crack when a side airbag deploys. If this happens, the side airbag(s) may not inflate properly in a crash.
Safety Risk:
An airbag that does not work properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear seat backrest side airbag cover panels. To reduce the safety risk, BMW recommends that you should not transport any passengers in the rear seats until the recall repairs have been completed.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints found for the 2023 BMW 2 Series.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 BMW 2 Series.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2023 BMW 2 Series Coupe 2 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2023 BMW 2 Series Coupe 2 DR AWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2023 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 4 DR FWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2023 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 4 DR AWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2023 BMW 2 Series version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| 228i Gran Coupe 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,950 |
| 228i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 23 | 33 | 27 | $3,050 |
| 230i Coupe 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 26 | 35 | 29 | $2,850 |
| 230i xDrive Coupe 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,950 |
| M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 24 | 33 | 27 | $3,050 |
| M240i Coupe 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,150 |
| M240i xDrive Coupe 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,150 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.