AI Damage2022 BMW 228I: common problems
The maker issued 52 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 52
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2 L · petrol · turbo · 4 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: FWD, AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been…
The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
- During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner…
During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/orouter CV boots.
- An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in…
An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel. The groaning noise always occurs when either a ventilation flap, air…
- Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet
- The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3)
FaultB7F8F9 ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂHU-H: ResetÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàwill be stored in the HU-H3.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few…
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important…
- A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP)…
A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel…
- BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective February 9, 2023) on certain Model Year 2022 âÃÂÃÂ…
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective February 9, 2023) on certain Model Year 2022 âÃÂà2023 BMW vehicles that were produced between June 29, 2022 and February 16, 2023. This was originally called…
- The steering wheel heating takes a long time to achieve the desired temperature
- The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity…
- Customers may be experiencing one or more of these following issues with Bluetooth operation
Bluetooth cannot be switched on or off in the head unit (HU-H4) Paired mobile devices cannot be deleted Customer is unable to make phone calls or stream music with mobile device Customer is unable to connect a new…
- ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
NHTSA lists 52 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW 228I?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 52 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 BMW 228I?
NHTSA lists 52 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 BMW 228I from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2022 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.