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BMW F44 2 Series Gran Coupe common problems
2020–2024 · 228i Gran Coupe (sDrive/xDrive), M235i xDrive Gran Coupe (B46/B48, B48). The known weak spots of the engines used in the F44, with sources, plus the topics that come up most in BMW's service bulletins and NHTSA recalls for this chassis.
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B46/B48 engine
228i Gran Coupe (sDrive/xDrive) (2020–2024), M235i xDrive Gran Coupe (2020–2024) · B46/B48 bulletins →
Oil filter housing and coolant leaks
The oil filter housing / oil cooler gasket and cooling system leaks are the most common repairs on these modular four-cylinders.
B58 / B48 oil filter housing (coolant leak): prices →
Fuel tank vent (purge) valve
BMW extended coverage on the EVAP purge valve to 15 years/150,000 miles on many cars. A failed valve sets check-engine codes and can cause rough idle after refuelling.
BMW bulletins on file for the F44:
- 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
Most frequent bulletin topics 78 bulletins
| Topic | Bulletins | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | SIB 66 24 19, SIB 36 01 21 |
| Key fob | 2 | SIB 61 04 21, SIB 84 09 17 |
| Seat | 2 | SIB 52 01 21, SIB 52 07 20 |
| Tires | 2 | SIB 84 02 22, SIB 36 01 22 |
| Radio | 2 | SIB 65 19 22, SIB 65 21 21 |
| Steering squeak | 2 | SIB 61 07 21, SIB 65 05 21 |
| EVAP system warranty extension | 1 | SIB 01 02 24 |
| Crankcase vent valve (PCV) warranty extension | 1 | SIB 01 14 23 |
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F44, grouped by topic. A bulletin tells technicians how to diagnose and fix a known issue; it doesn't mean every car has the problem.
NHTSA recalls by component 5
- n/a – vehicle assembly issue · 1 recall24V711
- receiver audio module (ram) ECU · 1 recall23V584
- high-pressure fuel rail · 1 recall22V513
- passenger seat safety belt retractor · 1 recall21V554
- n/a; vehicle programing issue · 1 recall21V091
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. Recall repairs are free; check a VIN.
BMW warranty extensions that list the F44
- 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 02 25 Turbo wastegate warranty extension Turbo wastegate warranty extension on B46/B48 engines (2019–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · May 2025
- 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
If a car qualifies, the listed repair may be free. Check eligibility for the VIN with a BMW center.
Repair prices for these engines
B58 / B48 oil filter housing (coolant leak) B58 / B48 fuel tank vent valve (purge valve)
Prices on these pages are for other chassis with the same engine.
Sources: BMW service bulletins and recalls filed with NHTSA (public data) and the specialist and owner write-ups linked above. Not affiliated with BMW.