NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 BMW M340i
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The BMW M340i is a performance-oriented compact sports sedan slotting into the competitive luxury segment, competing against rivals like the Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG and Audi S4. Aimed at driving enthusiasts who want genuine sport credentials wrapped in a premium daily driver, the M340i occupies a sweet spot between the standard 3 Series and the full M3, offering turbocharged straight-six power in a refined package.
The 2021 BMW M340i has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 6 recalls and 10 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally regard the M340i as one of the most engaging and well-rounded entries in the compact luxury sedan segment, praising its responsive turbocharged engine, sharp steering, and composed handling. Interior refinement and technology integration draw consistent approval, while some reviewers note that the driving experience prioritizes sport over long-haul comfort, and that the options pricing can stretch the value proposition.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
SEAT BELTS23V584000
Risk: An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-08-16
SEATS23V211000
Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-03-29
SEAT BELTS21V554000
Risk: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).
Reported 2021-07-21
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY21V298000
Risk: An improperly installed seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as expected, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckle assembly connection and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-04-28
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V096000
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.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-02-19
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY20V761000
Risk: Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2020-12-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.