BMW F22 2 Series coupe and convertible
2014–2021 · 2 Series coupe and convertible (F22/F23) · N20, N55, B46/B48, B58
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Models and engines by year
| Model | US model years | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| 228i / 228i xDrive | 2014–2016 | N20 |
| M235i / M235i xDrive | 2014–2016 | N55 |
| 230i / 230i xDrive | 2017–2021 | B46/B48 |
| M240i / M240i xDrive | 2017–2021 | B58 |
US-market models. Chassis codes: F22, F23. Not sure which one you have? The VIN check decodes year, model and engine.
Bulletins and recalls by year
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| Year | Service bulletins | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 17 | 0 |
| 2015 | 42 | 1 |
| 2016 | 46 | 0 |
| 2017 | 37 | 1 |
| 2018 | 35 | 1 |
| 2019 | 26 | 1 |
| 2020 | 16 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 2 |
| 2022 | 9 | 0 |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 |
| 2024 | 8 | 2 |
| 2025 | 4 | 1 |
| 2026 | 5 | 0 |
Counted by the year BMW filed each document with NHTSA; each chart has its own scale. More filings in a year doesn't by itself mean a less reliable car.
Repair prices for the F22
These repairs apply to engines used in the F22. We don't have a F22-specific estimate for them yet. Each job page shows sourced owner prices from other chassis with the same engine, and you can ask us to price the job for your car.
N20 timing chain replacement
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisB58 / B48 oil filter housing (coolant leak)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 oil filter housing gasket (OFHG)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 valve cover / valve cover gasket (PCV)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisB58 valve cover / PCV failure
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisN52 / N54 / N55 electric water pump + thermostat
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 oil pan gasket
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisVANOS solenoids (intake / exhaust)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisB58 / B48 fuel tank vent valve (purge valve)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 ignition coils (all six)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 charge pipe (intercooler to throttle) replacement
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisB58 coolant expansion tank (G05 X5 40i, high- or low-temp)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisB58 heat management module (thermostat) replacement
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisB58 oil pump replacement
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisB58 water pump (coolant pump)
No estimate for the F22 yet · see prices on other chassisNHTSA safety recalls 9
- Recall 25V871: head air bag 228I, 320I, 328I, 335I, 428I, 435I, M235I, 2014–2015. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
- Recall 24V608: water pump, plug connector 228I, 328I, 428I, 528I, X1, X3, X4, X5, Z4, 2012–2018. BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 201
- Recall 24V288: head air bag 228I, 320I, 328D, 328I, 335I, 428I, 435I, M235I, M3, M4, 2014–2015. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
- Recall 21V554: passenger seat safety belt retractor 228I, 230I, 330E, 330I, 430I, 530I, 540I, M2, M235I, M240I, M3, M340I, M4, M440I, X1, X2, Z4, 2021. The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts.
- Recall 21V342: roof liner 230I, M240I, 2021. Supports within the roof liner may be insecurely attached.
- Recall 19V352: knee bolster 230I, 330I, 430I, 440I, M2, M240I, M4, 2019–2020. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.
- Recall 18V465: engine 230I, 330E, 330I, 340I, 430I, 440I, 530E, 530I, 540D, 540I, 640I, 740I, M240I, X1, X2, 2018–2019. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall.
- Recall 17V719: instrument cluster/panel 230I, M2, M240I, X3, 2018. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate.
- Recall 15V189: fuel pump 228I, 320I, 328I, 335I, 428I, 435I, ACTIVE HYBRID 3, M235I, 2014–2015. BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe, 428i Convertible, 428xi Convertible, 435i Convertible, 328xi Gran Turismo, 335xi G
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. A recall may cover only some cars from a year, and it may already have been done on yours. Check by VIN →
Service bulletins on file 263
- SIB 01 02 24 EVAP system warranty extension EVAP system warranty extension on BMW G11/G12/G20/F22 and other models (2016–2024); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jun 2026
- SIB 01 04 19 EVAP system warranty extension EVAP system warranty extension on B46/B48 engines (2016–2020); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Sep 2024
- SIB 01 14 23 Crankcase vent valve (PCV) warranty extension Crankcase vent valve (PCV) warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G11/G12 and other models (2016–2021); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Nov 2023
- SIB 11 03 17 Timing chain warranty extension Timing chain warranty extension on BMW E84/E89/E92/E93 and other models (2011–2018); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Oct 2021
- SIB 11 01 20 Oil filter housing cracking Oil filter housing cracking on BMW G01/G02/G05/G07 and other models (2012–2021); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jun 2021
- SIB 13 04 20 Fuel tank fault codes Fuel tank fault codes on BMW G01/G02/G05/G07 and other models (2012–2020); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · May 2020
- SIB 01 01 16 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on N20/N52/N55 engines (2012–2017); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Dec 2017
- SIB 01 08 17 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on BMW F22/F23/E90/E92 and other models (2011–2014); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jun 2017
- SIB 01 07 22 Fuel tank warranty extension Fuel tank warranty extension on BMW F22/F23/F30/F31 and other models (2012–2021); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Oct 2024
- SIB 01 03 22 Fuel tank warranty extension Fuel tank warranty extension on N20 engines (2014–2016); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Oct 2024
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F22. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the F22 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
F22 specs
BMW's US figures we have on file run from 240 hp (228i Coupe) to 335 hp (M240i Convertible), with 0-60 mph as quick as 4.2 s.
A manual gearbox was offered in model years 2014–2021 (EPA listings). Full F22 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
F22 buyer's guide → F22 paint and option codes F22 coding list F22 common problems → F22 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.