Electrical system: starter assembly
NewRisk. Fire increases the risk of injury.
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2022 BMW 430i, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 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 November 8, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. Fire increases the risk of injury.
Risk. A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Risk. Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion may open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk. A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of 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.
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
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
At approximately 31,000 miles, the factory hydraulic engine mounts experienced an active fluid leak and mechanical failure during routine operation. This vehicle has been regularly maintained and operated strictly under normal passenger driving conditions. The premature loss of internal hydraulic…
COMPONENT: Engine mounts (left and right hydraulic engine mounts). Both are still installed on the vehicle and are available for inspection on request. FAILURE DESCRIPTION: I began hearing a knocking noise from the engine bay whenever I accelerated. I first noticed it on approximately August 19,…
BMW Manufacturer Recall for fire hazad in starter for ths model first issued Oct 2025! NHTSA Recall Number26V056 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available as of May 1, 2026 My complaint is about the delay in a remedy from BMW - it's been more than 4 months!! This is not"timely"
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.