repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: starter assembly
NewRisk. Fire increases the risk of injury.
2021 BMW 430iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2021 BMW 430i, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-636 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 27, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 BMW 430i has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Electrical system
3Engine
3Seat belts
1Power train
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2021 BMW 430i 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 · 2026 Q3
Starter assembly: relay
Park outsideRisk. A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
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.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2022 Q4
Side/window: head
Risk. An air bag that deploys incorrectly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Sensing system: camera
Risk. If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
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
2021 vs. every other 430i 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 430i median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 430i owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I received a recall notice dated 9/23/2025. The recall is listed as URGENT safety issue that could cause a fire. The notice instructs not to drive the car or park in garage. It has been over 6 months now and there is still no fix. I am requesting the manufacture buyback my vehicle.
The contact called for the owner of the 2021 BMW 430I. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…
The contact owns a 2021 BMW 430I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact…
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