*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Wheels
I was driving and going to pickup something from the store localy around like 8 pm, and suddenly my car's wheels stopped responding, and the sign's came up on the car of something like "impaired driving" , and the car was telling me to pull over, i was nearby walmart and i pulled into the parking lot slowly, and could not figure out what was wrong with my car, I left it there and went back next morning to find out that my Tie rod connecting my wheel to the steering rack had completely broken in half while the vehicle was in motion, now I don't know how or why this happened but it was a very unsafe event for me. Now there had been recalls on BMW models similar to mine like a year older or…
Mar 1, 2026Electrical system
The starter in my 2022 BMW M340I sedan was faulty after 54,000 miles. It began to take two attempts to start the vehicle each time and was at risk of not starting. The first attempt all electrical components would turn on but the ignition was unable to start the engine. Then the second attempt was generally successful. I took it to the dealer and had to replace my starter to return the vehicle to normal operation. BMW has recalled tens of thousands of other starters including my model but not yet for the 2022 BMW M340i I was told.
Apr 20, 2026Air bags
The vehicle displayed a âPassenger Restraint System Malfunctionâ 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 BMW Technical Service Bulletin [XXX] ), indicating that BMW is aware of a recurring defect involving this component. This failure directly affects the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), which is a critical safety system designed to protect occupants in the event of a crash. A malfunction in this system raises serious concerns about whether the airbag will deploy properly. Despite this being a…
Mar 26, 2026Unknown or other
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 revealed extreme pressure variances (ranging from 33 to 41 PSI) and multiple "sticky" or stuck tire valves, one of which remained open and caused rapid deflation. These defects represent a significant failure of the seller's advertised "150-point inspection" and posed an immediate life-safety risk at highway speeds. 01/05/2026 at 12:30pm ish
Jan 5, 2026Engine
Water pump failure and coolant reservoir leak.
Mar 7, 2025Steering
The contact owns a 2022 BMW M340I. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the power steering failure message was displayed, and the steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction. After approximately one hour, the vehicle was restarted, the failure was self-corrected, and the steering wheel operated as normal. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on two separate occasions due to the failure, but no cause for the failure was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 300.
Aug 15, 2022 · 300 milesService brakes
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.
Sep 18, 2022
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