BMW 228i years to avoid
The BMW 228i years to avoid are 2016, 2015, 2014 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2024 is the cleanest year on record.
93
Total complaints
9
Recall campaigns
2014–2024
Years covered
3
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
228i years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | High complaints + open investigation | 30 | |
| 2015 | Open safety investigation | 28 | |
| 2014 | Open safety investigation | 9 |
Every 228i year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 6 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 9 | 3 | |
| 2020 | 6 | 2 | |
| 2016avoid | 30 | 1 | |
| 2015avoid | 28 | 3 | |
| 2014avoid | 9 | 4 |
Common questions
What are the worst BMW 228i years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the 228i years to avoid are 2016, 2015, 2014. The cleanest year on record is 2024.
What is the best year for the BMW 228i?
By complaint volume, 2024 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 228i years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW 228i have?
Across all model years, the 228i has 9 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 93 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.