Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. 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. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.
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The 2018 BMW 2 Series is associated with 5 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 2 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 1 reports (20% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 11 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2l 4-cyl and 3l 6-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 22 to 28 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2018 BMW 2 Series belongs to the 1st generation (F22/F23) 2 Series platform spanning model years 2015–2021.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 5 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: Electrical System (1 / 20%)
- • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Certified Range: 22–28 MPG across 11 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2018 BMW 2 Series?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 230i Coupe | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 MPG | 35 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,700 / yr |
| 230i Convertible | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 MPG | 34 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| 230i xDrive Convertible | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 MPG | 33 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| 230i xDrive Coupe | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 MPG | 33 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| 230i Coupe | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 21 MPG | 32 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $3,050 / yr |
| M240i Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 MPG | 30 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| M240i xDrive Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 MPG | 30 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| M240i Convertible | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 MPG | 30 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| M240i xDrive Convertible | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 MPG | 30 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| M240i Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 19 MPG | 28 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
| M240i Convertible | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 18 MPG | 27 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2018 BMW 2 Series?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C AWD | — | ||||
| 2 DR AWD | — | ||||
| C RWD | — | ||||
| 2 DR RWD | — |
Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2018 BMW 2 Series models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2018 BMW 2 Series?
Summary of 5 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2018 BMW 2 Series problems & component breakdown (5 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2018 BMW 2 Series?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2, and X3 xDrive 30i SAV vehicles. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2018 BMW 2 Series
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2018 BMW 2 Series
How many safety recalls does the 2018 BMW 2 Series have?
The 2018 BMW 2 Series is associated with 2 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2018 BMW 2 Series?
NHTSA records list 5 consumer defect complaints for the 2018 BMW 2 Series. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Electrical System, appearing in 1 filings (20% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2018 BMW 2 Series?
An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2018 BMW 2 Series in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.
NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2018 BMW 2 Series get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2018 BMW 2 Series range from 22 to 28 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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