BMW 2 Series recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 40 safety recalls naming the BMW 2 Series, launched from 2015 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
BMW 2 Series recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 40
- 2015 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 1 July 2026
- R/2026/262
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every BMW 2 Series recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Reworking the PVC Seam in the Rear Light Housing
R/2026/262, launched 1 July 2026, 28 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The safety recall relates to a PVC seam seal defect which may have occurred in the body area of the right real light housing. It is possible that seam sealant was not applied to a panel overlap area this may result in water ingress into the vehicle in the area of the right rear light. If water does enter the trunk in the area of the right rear light it may result in water ingress onto the exposed power distribution box as well as adjacent wiring harnesses and electrical components. It cannot be reliably excluded that electrical contacts may be affected particularly due to capillary effects. In this case moisture ingress and the resulting long-term corrosion may lead to increased contact resistance as well as functional degradation or failure of individual electrical components. Over the service life a thermal event cannot be completely ruled out.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the PVC seam will be checked and if necessary reworked.
Replace the Engine Starter Motor
R/2026/054, launched 2 March 2026. Also covers the 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X3, X4, X5, Z4
Defect: The Safety Recall relates to the engine starter motor. The fault relates to the RSW22 starter RWT (reinforced water tightness). It was found that with RWT starters an increased abrasion of the magnetic contact can cause the growth of deposits at the lowest point of the relay interior. This in turn may increase the relay contact resistance resulting in false starts or even causing short circuits and possibly a thermal reaction. In case of a short circuit the possibility of a thermal event cannot be excluded. This may happen while attempting to start the vehicle or while driving due to vibrations causing a short circuit due to moving deposits.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the starter motor will be replaced with a variant by another supplier with a different design. Until the repair has been completed it is recommended to not leave the vehicle running unattended after starting the engine.
Takata Driver and/or Passenger Airbag Recall (Global VINs)
R/2025/349, launched 18 December 2025. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X5M, X6, X6M
Defect: Affected vehicles are already included in Safety Recalls within the markets they have previously resided in. The vehicles may be fitted with a driver and/or passenger airbag/s which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury which could prove fatal to people in the vicinity.
Remedy: Vehicles will have the affected airbags checked and if necessary replaced.
Seat Belt Rear Outer Seats
R/2025/443, launched 23 October 2025. Also covers the 1 Series, X1
Defect: On affected vehicles either one or both of the outer most rear seats may not have been manufactured correctly and the sensitivity sensor may be deformed. If the sensor is not functioning correctly there is a risk the seat belt may not operate as intended.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the affected seatbelts will be checked and replaced.
Front Seat Belt Retractor
R/2025/398, launched 23 September 2025. Also covers the X1, X2
Defect: On affected vehicles the front seat belts may have damage to the torsion bar caused during manufacture. The retention function of the seat belt may not perform as expected in the event of an accident.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the affected seatbelts replaced.
Checking the Threaded Connection of Grounding Cable PCU48
R/2025/267, launched 18 July 2025. Also covers the 1 Series
Defect: On affected vehicles the ground connection cable on the 48V power supply control unit may not have been torqued to the correct specification.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the ground connection checked and re-torqued. If required the relevant cable and Power Control Unit will be replaced.
Rework Front End Threaded Connection (BMW)
R/2024/452, launched 8 November 2024. Also covers the 1 Series
Defect: On affected vehicles the screws connecting the front end to the vehicles body may have been tightened to a torque level lower than required.
Remedy: The screws will be replaced if necessary and correctly torqued.
Hydraulic Brake System Unit Replacement
R/2024/414, launched 24 October 2024. Also covers the 5 Series, 7 Series, X1, X2, X5, X7, Xm
Defect: On affected vehicles the brake servomotor was improperly welded. The weld seam might not withstand the stresses caused under high brake pressure leading to a requirement for a higher brake effort increasing the braking distance.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the hydraulic unit of the brake system replaced.
Check Driver’s Airbag for Conversion Takata SDI & PSDI-5
R/2024/403, launched 21 October 2024. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6
Defect: Affected vehicles may have had a retrofit or conversion of the airbag using a previously recalled airbag variant which if deployed may do so with excessive force causing sharp metal fragments to be released this may cause serious injury possibly fatal to people in the vicinity. The original factory fitment airbag for the vehicle is not affected.
Remedy: Vehicles will have the airbag checked and if necessary replaced.
Replace the Passenger Airbag
R/2024/428, launched 24 September 2024. Also covers the 3 Series
Defect: On certain vehicles the passenger airbag may not have had the seam sewn according to the specifications.
Remedy: Replacement of the passenger airbag
Integrated Braking System
R/2024/383, launched 13 September 2024. Also covers the 1 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X1, X2, X5, X5M, X6, X6M, X7, Xm
Defect: On certain vehicles the Integrated Brake (IB) system may be impaired due to contamination between electrical contacts.
Remedy: Vehicles that may be affected by contamination are required to have the vehicle’s software updated which can detect signal interference before it occurs. If symptoms are detected you should refrain from use of the vehicle and the affected Integrated Brake (IB) system component will be replaced.
Integrated Braking System
R/2024/119, launched 7 March 2024. Also covers the 5 Series, 7 Series, X1, X5, X5M, X6, X6M, X7, Xm
Defect: On affected vehicles an unexpected loss of hydraulic brake assistance may occur and may result in a different pedal behaviour under specific conditions an extended braking distance may be experienced and ABS/Stability control may be impaired
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the Integrated Brake System will be replaced
On some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire.
R/2023/172, launched 19 June 2023, 4,923 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the X1
Defect: On some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire.
Remedy: Initial warning letter with advice to be sent with follow up Letter to call in vehicles for rectification work to be carried out on the affected vehicles once parts are available. The EGR cooler will be replaced with an optimised component.
In rare cases the lower section of the outer seat belts may have been trapped behind the lower part of the C-pillar interior trim panels.
R/2023/127, launched 1 May 2023, 1,963 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the X1
Defect: In rare cases the lower section of the outer seat belts may have been trapped behind the lower part of the C-pillar interior trim panels.
Remedy: Check the fitment of the rear seat belts and if applicable release any trapped components.
On certain vehicles the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit may have an incorrect setting applied to it.
R/2023/071, launched 20 March 2023, 538 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3 Series, 4 Series
Defect: On certain vehicles the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit may have an incorrect setting applied to it.
Remedy: Conduct a check of the settings and if necessary perform a reset on the BDC control unit.
A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
R/2023/016, launched 24 January 2023. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X5M, X6, X6M
Defect: A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.
IN THE EVENT OF A RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT OR WARNING MESSAGE IS NOT DISPLAYED TO THE DRIVER DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR
R/2022/282, launched 5 October 2022, 4,313 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the iX
Defect: In the event of a restraint system fault the airbag warning light or warning message is not displayed to the driver due to a software error.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the Airbag control unit (ACSM6) will be reprogrammed with new software.
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold
R/2022/255, launched 22 August 2022, 322,745 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, 8 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7
Defect: Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
Remedy: The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT
R/2022/206, launched 1 August 2022, 319,399 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6
Defect: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.
IF A FAILURE IS DETECTED BY THE CONTROL UNIT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT AND CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE WOULD NOT BE ILLUMINATED AND ACTIVATED
R/2022/149, launched 23 May 2022, 3,023 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the iX
Defect: If a failure is detected by the control unit the airbag warning light and check control message would not to be illuminated and activated.
Remedy: The Airbag control unit (ACSM6) will be reprogrammed with new software.
THE MATERIAL QUALITY OF THE SCREWS USED FOR SEAT BELTS AND REAR SEATS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATIONS.
R/2021/442, launched 29 December 2021, 38 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 5 Series, X1, X2, i3
Defect: The material quality of seat and seatbelt screws may not be according to specification.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the screws will be replaced in specific locations on the seat belts or rear seats.
THE ROOF LINING STIFFENING PLATES MAY NOT BE BONDED CORRECTLY
R/2021/217, launched 11 June 2021, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: The roof lining stiffening plates may not be bonded correctly.
Remedy: The roof headliner will be inspected and reworked or replaced if required.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME
R/2021/037, launched 9 February 2021, 63,888 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3, X4, X5
Defect: Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.
Remedy: The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2020/283, launched 14 December 2020, 2,665 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, I8, X1, X2, X3, X5
Defect: A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.
Remedy: Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.
THE DAMPING ELEMENTS MAY BE MISSING FROM SOME INJECTORS WHICH COULD AFFECT FUEL LINES AND LEAD TO LEAKS
R/2020/352, launched 7 December 2020, 24 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 4 Series
Defect: On affected vehicles the damping elements may be missing from some injectors which could affect fuel lines and lead to leaks.
Remedy: Check and install/replace damping elements. Replace high pressure fuel rail if necessary.
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2020/298, launched 22 October 2020, 871 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X1, X2, X5
Defect: In very rare cases welding beads were not always completely removed in the cleaning process during battery production.
Remedy: Test and replace the High Voltage batteries if affected.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME
R/2020/179, launched 17 August 2020, 71,128 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, Clubman, Countryman, MINI Hatch, X1
Defect: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module cooler could leak over time
Remedy: The EGR cooler will be inspected on the affected vehicles and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
CAMSHAFT SUPPORT HOUSING BEARING CAPS MAY BECOME LOOSE
R/2020/191, launched 27 July 2020, 39 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series
Defect: It is possible that the camshaft bearing cap screws could come loose on the affected vehicles.
Remedy: Check and replace camshaft support housing or complete cylinder head as required.
THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG FABRIC COULD BE DAMAGED BY THE AIR BAG COVER DURING DEPLOYMENT
R/2020/110, launched 27 April 2020, 1,121 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series
Defect: This airbag fabric could be damaged by the airbag cover during deployment.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the driver’s airbag will be replaced.
THE STEERING GEAR TIE ROD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH THE REQUIRED SPHERICAL WASHER
R/2019/288, launched 1 April 2020, 19 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Countryman, MINI Convertible, X1
Defect: The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with a required spherical washer
Remedy: Both steering gear tie rods will be checked and if affected tie rod/s and accompanying swivel bearing/s will be replaced
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK
R/2018/341, launched 7 December 2018, 225,449 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6
Defect: The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk
Remedy: A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD POTENTIALLY LEAK OVER TIME
R/2018/258, launched 5 November 2018, 153,602 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3, X4, X5
Defect: The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk.
Remedy: The EGR cooler will be replaced with an improved version.
SOFTWARE FAULT IN CRANKSHAFT SENSOR
R/2018/260, launched 15 October 2018, 1,642 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, Countryman, MINI Hatch
Defect: The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.
SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR
R/2018/211, launched 20 August 2018, 4,025 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, Countryman, MINI Hatch, X1, X2
Defect: The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message ‘engine malfunction’. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.
FRONT AXLE SWIVEL BEARINGS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION
R/2018/171, launched 9 July 2018, 100 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Countryman, X1
Defect: Due to a fault in the supplier production process the swivel bearings on the front axle of the affected vehicles may not have been produced to specification. Due to an insufficient heat treatment the fracture strain has been reduced. The affected swivel bearings could break causing loss of wheel guidance during driving.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles both swivel bearings will be checked and if necessary replaced with a part produced to specification.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY
R/2017/011, launched 10 January 2017, 668 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, I8, MINI Hatch, X1
Defect: The igniter for the certain airbag modules may not have been correctly manufactured which may affect air bag deployment in the event of a collision.
Remedy: Where necessary replace affected airbag modules.
POWER STEERING MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
R/2016/300, launched 21 December 2016, 41 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Sepies, X3, X5, X6
Defect: The electrical contact of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) of the Electric Power Steering (EPS) is not sufficiently robust over the service life of the vehicle. As a result the power steering support may fail possibly leading to disconcerting driving situation for the driver. Additionally in a few cases a localised thermal event cannot be excluded.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering gear (EPS).
POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL
R/2016/224, launched 4 October 2016, 60 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3 Series, 4 Sepies
Defect: The bolts securing the rear axle support should not be re-used after removal. Affected vehicles may have had the rear axle support refitted after repair work using the original fitted bolts. These may work and though noise and vibration are likely continued use may affect the vehicle's handling.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the rear axle support bolts.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2015/109, launched 8 June 2015, 1,646 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 3 Series, 4 Sepies
Defect: The in tank fuel pump may contain sub components that have not been correctly nickel plated. This may cause excessive friction leading to the fuel pump being inoperative. The driver may experience a no start condition or in the worst case an engine stall. A warning lamp and error message will display. Steering and brakes will still function.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the in tank fuel pump with a modified version.
SEAT BELT MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2014/188, launched 6 January 2015, 1,502 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3 Series, 4 Sepies
Defect: On affected vehicles the Driver's seatbelt retractor may be faulty. The seat belt may be hard to pull out or below zero degrees it may not be possible to pull the belt out. In these instances a driver may not be able to use the belt as intended.
Remedy: On affected vehicles Check belt operation and replace belt if necessary
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a BMW 2 Series, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a BMW dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.