3 recallsRisk Grade: CMost severe issue:High Priority
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Recall & Buyer Checklist
2020 BMW 2 Series · 3 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
Model-year records do not confirm VIN eligibility or completed repairs. Ask your dealer to check your VIN and the original filing's safety instructions.
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
Component
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23V584000
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SEAT BELTS
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19V352000
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AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
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21V091000
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VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
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Your vehicle's seat belt warning system may not be working properly due to a software issue in the audio module. This means the warning chime that tells you to buckle up might not sound when it's supposed to.
Risk if Unfixed
If the warning chime doesn't sound, you might not be properly alerted to fasten your seat belt, which could increase your risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will update the software for free, so you don't have to pay a thing. They'll send you a letter with instructions, and you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to get started.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Original — 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.
The knee air bag in your BMW is a safety feature that inflates to protect your legs in a crash. In some affected 2019-2020 models, this air bag was assembled incorrectly, which could affect its ability to deploy properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy as intended, you could suffer serious injury to your knees or legs in the event of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty knee air bag assembly with a new, correctly assembled one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An improperly folded and assembled air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Your vehicle's power window system, which includes the sunroof, may not work correctly. Specifically, the sunroof might close even when you're not trying to close it.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sunroof closes unexpectedly, it could cause injury, especially if you're inside the vehicle.
Free Fix
A free software update will be installed on your sunroof control system by a BMW dealership to fix the issue, and you'll be notified when the recall begins. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles. If the driver initiates an automatic closure of the sunroof, and the vehicle key status is changed to "off" or "lock," the sunroof may continue to close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the sunroof continues to close after the vehicle is shut off, it may increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2020 BMW 2 Series?
The 2020 BMW 2 Series has a risk grade of C. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2020 BMW 2 Series have?
The 2020 BMW 2 Series has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2020 BMW 2 Series?
The most severe recall for the 2020 BMW 2 Series is classified as high. This indicates a serious safety concern that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2020 BMW 2 Series safe to drive?
This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the SEAT BELTS recall for the 2020 BMW 2 Series? (Campaign #23V584000)
Your vehicle's seat belt warning system may not be working properly due to a software issue in the audio module. This means the warning chime that tells you to buckle up might not sound when it's supposed to. If the warning chime doesn't sound, you might not be properly alerted to fasten your seat belt, which could increase your risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will update the software for free, so you don't have to pay a thing. They'll send you a letter with instructions, and you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to get started.
What is the AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER recall for the 2020 BMW 2 Series? (Campaign #19V352000)
The knee air bag in your BMW is a safety feature that inflates to protect your legs in a crash. In some affected 2019-2020 models, this air bag was assembled incorrectly, which could affect its ability to deploy properly. If the air bag doesn't deploy as intended, you could suffer serious injury to your knees or legs in the event of a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty knee air bag assembly with a new, correctly assembled one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS recall for the 2020 BMW 2 Series? (Campaign #21V091000)
Your vehicle's power window system, which includes the sunroof, may not work correctly. Specifically, the sunroof might close even when you're not trying to close it. If the sunroof closes unexpectedly, it could cause injury, especially if you're inside the vehicle. A free software update will be installed on your sunroof control system by a BMW dealership to fix the issue, and you'll be notified when the recall begins. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information.
