2021 Model Year

BMW 2 Series

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
7
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Severe
0

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Exterior Lighting
Sep 2026

BMW DRL (Daytime Running Light) module is is overheating causing damage to the internal fiber optic tube. Dealer said this is a common issue and requi...

Brakes
Oct 2025

The contact owns a 2021 BMW 228I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear brak...

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 2025

THROTTLE BODY ACTUATOR BMW OEM PART # 13547619008 FITS ALL BMW MODELS 2016-2024. IT HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FAIL ACROSS MULTIPLE BMW MODEL LINES, particu...

Brakes
May 2024

I have a 2021 with 25000 miles and a 2023 with 6000 miles which make noise when in reverse. The dealer has stated the rear brake pads likely need repl...

Visibility
Jul 2023

The contact owns a 2021 BMW 228I. The contact stated while driving 70-75 MPH, the sunroof exploded. The contact stated that the shade guard was closed...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Jul 2023

Unknown

Latches/Locks
Jun 2021

The contact owns a 2021 BMW 230i. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and while attempting to open the driver’s side front door, there was...

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Data updated: March 5, 2026

Summary

The 2021 BMW 2 Series has 7 complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Brakes.

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