Defect Summary: BMW of North Americal, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M2), and 2022-2023 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."
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Executive Vehicle Verdict
The 2023 BMW M2 has zero owner defect complaints and 1 safety recall campaign on file with NHTSA.
EPA testing covers 5 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2l 4-cyl and 3l 6-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 19 to 27 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 1 official campaign
- • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Certified Range: 19–27 MPG across 5 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2023 BMW M2?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M235i xDrive Gran Coupe | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 MPG | 33 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| M240i Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 MPG | 32 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,900 / yr |
| M240i xDrive Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 MPG | 32 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,900 / yr |
| M2 Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 MPG | 24 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| M2 Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 16 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2023 BMW M2?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2023 BMW M2.
Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2023 BMW M2 models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2023 BMW M2?
Summary of 0 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
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.
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Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2023 BMW M2
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2023 BMW M2
How many safety recalls does the 2023 BMW M2 have?
The 2023 BMW M2 is associated with 1 official NHTSA safety recall campaign 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 2023 BMW M2?
AutoUtility currently records zero consumer defect complaints on file with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) for the 2023 BMW M2.
A zero-complaint record in federal databases reflects submitted owner filings and does not guarantee the absence of mechanical issues.
Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2023 BMW M2?
An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2023 BMW M2 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 2023 BMW M2 get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2023 BMW M2 range from 19 to 27 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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