repaired · 2025 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
2022 BMW 228iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2022 BMW 228i, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-584 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 BMW 228i has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2022 BMW 228i recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other 228i year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 228i median. How we score
'14'15'16'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 228i owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2022 BMW 228i. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH and traveling over a bump in the roadway, all of the air bags deployed without warning or impact. The front windshield was cracked about halfway. The driver sustained injuries to her face and had marks and bruises on her…
Own a 2022 228i?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.