BMW M340i years to avoid
The BMW M340i years to avoid are 2020 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2023 is the cleanest year on record.
82
Total complaints
14
Recall campaigns
2019–2023
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
M340i years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | High complaint rate | 60 |
Every M340i year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 8 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 14 | 6 | |
| 2020avoid | 60 | 10 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 5 |
Common questions
What are the worst BMW M340i years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the M340i years to avoid are 2020. The cleanest year on record is 2023.
What is the best year for the BMW M340i?
By complaint volume, 2023 has the cleanest NHTSA record among M340i years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW M340i have?
Across all model years, the M340i has 14 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 82 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.