BMW 2er F22
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
286–387 PS
3.0L Turbo Benzin
B58 in the Coupé — powerful and refined
Fun to Drive!90–224 PS
2.0L Diesel Diesel
6 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The BMW 2er F22 is available with 5 engine variants — from 90 to 387 hp. 3 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The BMW 218d (Diesel, 136–150 PS) comes with 4 different engines: N47D20 (2014–2016, Stay Away!) und N47D20 (2014–2016, Stay Away!) und B47D20 (2016–2021, Be Careful) und B47D20 (2016–2021, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 218d!
The BMW 220d (Diesel, 184–211 PS) comes with 5 different engines: N47D20 (2014–2016, Stay Away!) und N47D20 (2014–2016, Stay Away!) und B47D20 (2014–2021, Be Careful) und B47D20 (2014–2021, Be Careful) und B47D20 (2016–2021, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 220d!
The BMW 225d (Diesel, 218–224 PS) comes with 4 different engines: N47D20 (2014–2016, Stay Away!) und N47D20 (2014–2016, Stay Away!) und B47D20 (2016–2021, Be Careful) und B47D20 (2016–2021, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 225d!
The BMW M235i (Benziner, 326 PS) has the N55B30 (3.0L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 10 known weaknesses.
The BMW M240i (Benziner, 340 PS) has the B58B30 (3.0L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 12 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture in tail lights Condensation and moisture accumulate inside the LED tail lights. Design fault with the vent membrane — LED lights don't generate enough heat to evaporate it. Symptoms: Fogged or wetted tail light interior visible, especially after rain or temperature changes. | Low |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 60 weaknesses have been documented for the BMW 2er F22 (2014–2021) — 54 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. One problem engine: N47D20 (2.0L Diesel). Typical issues affect Body, Steering, Suspension, Electronics.
2er (N47D20, 2014–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing chain breaks — known serial defect, Water pump defective — overheating risk, High-pressure pump failure — metal swarf in the system. Power: 136–150 PS.
2er (N47D20, 2014–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing chain breaks — known serial defect, Water pump defective — overheating risk, High-pressure pump failure — metal swarf in the system. Power: 184–190 PS.
2er (N47D20, 2014–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing chain breaks — known serial defect, Water pump defective — overheating risk, High-pressure pump failure — metal swarf in the system. Power: 218–224 PS.
2er (B37D15, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretches — rattling on cold start, DPF clogging on short trips, Injector failure from short-trip use. Power: 95 PS.
2er (B47D20, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 200–211 PS.
2er (B37D15, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretches — rattling on cold start, DPF clogging on short trips, Injector failure from short-trip use. Power: 116 PS.
2er (B47D20, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 184–190 PS.
2er (B47D20, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 143–150 PS.
2er (B47D20, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 190 PS.
2er (B47D20, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 218–224 PS.
2er (N55B30, 2014–2016) — Be Careful: Bearing wear from neglected maintenance, Electric water pump failure, High oil consumption. Power: 326 PS.
2er (B38B15, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 136–140 PS.
2er (B38B15, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 102–109 PS.
2er (B58B30, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Oil filter disintegrates — engine damage risk, Plastic oil filter housing cracks — coolant/oil mixing, PCV valve / valve cover membrane failed. Power: 340 PS.
2er (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 136 PS.
2er (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 178–184 PS.
2er (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 306 PS.
2er (B38B15, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 136–140 PS.
What to watch out for with the BMW 2er? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee