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2017 BMW

230i Coupe

Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

BMW 230i: best and worst years
2017 BMW 230i Coupe (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
248
Axle ratio
3.91

Efficiency

Smog score
8/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1 (6,000 lb or less)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
No
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
0
Owner complaints
11 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Lane-keeping assist
    Optional

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlights
    Optional

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • TIRES31%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER15%
  • AIR BAGS8%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%
  • ENGINE8%
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 13 total.

BMW 230i: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • EA21002Openopened Sep 17, 2021AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

    Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

157 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 5, 2026ENGINEB010224

    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.

  • Sep 16, 2024ENGINEB010419

    For this vehicle, the EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles, from the original 10 years/120,000 miles, as determined from the original in-service date. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusion criteria that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Vehicles that are registered in California or a State that has fully adopted the State of Cali

  • Jul 15, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERB512022

    While driving on rough roads, a cracking sound is heard coming from the headliner area.

  • Jan 11, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB611305

    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 information for the dealer on how to handle “discharged battery” complaints.

  • Jan 8, 2024STEERINGB360121

    At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as seen at the 11 second mark of the video. See attached video V36 01 21.

  • Nov 16, 2023STEERINGB612123

    The steering wheel heating takes a long time to achieve the desired temperature.

  • Nov 13, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGB011423

    PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE (PCV) EXTENDED LTD WTY 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES

  • Nov 8, 2023STRUCTUREB513218

    The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.

  • and 149 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: bmwusaservice.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.