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2022 BMW M340i problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2022 BMW M340i — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

8

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other M340i years?

M340i NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted60 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 60 complaints2021: 14 complaints2022: 8 complaints2023: 0 complaints
M340i NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 BMW M340i problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags113%
Brakes113%
Electrical System113%
Engine113%
Other113%
Steering113%
Suspension113%
Transmission113%

Does the 2022 BMW M340i have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V584000Electrical SystemAugust 16, 2023 · 144 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The vehicle displayed a “Passenger Restraint System Malfunction” warning. Upon diagnosis by an authorized BMW dealership (Fields BMW, [XXX] ), 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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · March 26, 2026

“The brakes failed at high speed. Yes the vehicle is available for inspection. The car hit a barrier and flipped on its roof. Yes, I and my passenger were both at risk of serious injury. No independent confirmation has taken place at this time. No warning lights indicated malfunction. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 18, 2022

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 5, 2026

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 5, 2026

2022 BMW M340i — common questions

Is the 2022 BMW M340i reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2022 BMW M340i have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 BMW M340i. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2022 BMW M340i under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which BMW M340i years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the M340i years to avoid are 2020. The cleanest record among M340i years belongs to 2023.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.