2016 BMW M235i reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2016 BMW M235i holds 8 complaints after 11 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 8 M235i years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 8), then Exterior lighting (2) and Fuel system, gasoline (1).
The 2015 M235i has 5 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2020 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2020.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2016 BMW M235i. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (8 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Our M235I has a transmission leak "thru the wall of the case" (i.e. THROUGH THE METAL CASE) as determined by a local BMW Dealer. They are not able to provide any Technical Service Bulletins or etc. from BMW for this…"
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"BMW 2 series cars from about 2015-2018 have faulty wiring and brake light assemblies. BMW has admitted this design flaw in the harness and light - they extended the warranty for one year. As you know, brake light…"
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"Rear brake light failure due to faulty wiring. Identical to the details located in this article (https://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/01/bmw-recalling-241-000-3-series-models-over-faulty-tail-lights/) for which the NHTSA…"
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"DRIVER SIDE SEATBELT IS SLOW TO RETRACT AND KEEPS GETTING TWISTED WHEN RETRACTING. YOU HAVE TO CAREFULLY HELP FEED THE BELT INTO THE B PILLAR FOR IT NOT TO DO THAT. IF NOT, IT WILL ALMOST GET JAMMED IN THE B PILLAR AND…"
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"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW M235I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE THE ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL TANK HAD CRACKED AND…"
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| M235i | 3L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG | $3650 |
| M235i | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 20 | 30 | 24 MPG | $3300 |
| M235i convertible | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 20 | 30 | 24 MPG | $3300 |
| M235i convertible | 3L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG | $3650 |
| M235i xDrive | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 20 | 30 | 23 MPG | $3450 |
| M235i xDrive convertible | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 20 | 30 | 23 MPG | $3450 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 24V288000 covers certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe M235i vehicles (with 228i, 3 Series, and 4 Series models in the same ~5,761-unit campaign) where the head air bag may rupture or leak gas; dealers replace the head air bags. Recall 25V871000 covers certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe vehicles including M235i (with 3 Series and 4 Series; ~851 units) in a related head-air-bag campaign.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 BMW M235i reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2016 BMW M235i holds 8 complaints after 11 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 8 M235i years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2016 BMW M235i?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 8), then Exterior lighting (2) and Fuel system, gasoline (1).
Is the 2016 BMW M235i more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2015 M235i has 5 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2020 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2020.
Has the 2016 BMW M235i been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2016 BMW M235i.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2016 BMW M235i?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2016 BMW M235i with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2016 BMW M235i get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2016 BMW M235i is 23 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a US BMW M235i use?
0W-20 With filter, about 5.6 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US BMW M235i?
Published US specs commonly list front 225/40R18, 245/35R18 and rear 225/40R18, 245/35R18; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US BMW M235i?
Recall 21V091000 covers certain 2020-2021 M235i xDrive vehicles (with 228i and 228i xDrive; ~14,011 units total) where an automatic sunroof close can continue after the vehicle key is turned off or locked; dealers update sunroof electronic coding software.