Model year guide

2019 BMW M2

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 BMW M2 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2019 BMW M2 — representative photo
Representative photo

2019 BMW M2 at a glance

Safety recalls1

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 BMW M2 recalls 1

Air Bags:knee Bolster NHTSA Campaign #19V352000 · 09/05/2019

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

Dimensions & weight

Length
176.4 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
55.5 in
Wheelbase
105.9 in
Curb weight
3,512 lb
Front track
62.2 in
Rear track
63.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2019 BMW M2. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 38

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 38.

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 “di…

Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024

With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the vehicle is lowered, and…

Bulletin B310124 · Suspension · Jan 2024

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…

Bulletin B360121 · Steering · Jan 2024

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

Bulletin B513218 · Structure · Nov 2023

Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-

Bulletin B340714 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2023

Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.

Bulletin B514616 · Structure · May 2023

After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.

Bulletin B651523 · Electrical System · May 2023

The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in t…

Bulletin B840822 · Electrical System, Equipment · Mar 2023

A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operation when braking from low speed.

Bulletin B340921 · Service Brakes · Feb 2023

When using Comfort Access 2.0 feature Lock when walking away, the vehicle locks itself even though the remote control/display key is inside the vehicle.

Bulletin SIB612219 · Latches/locks/linkages · Aug 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the M2 RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2019 BMW M2 vehicles on record

Other BMW M2 model years

2019 BMW M2 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 BMW M2 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2019 BMW M2. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.