2019 BMW 430I: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 BMW 430I: 3 recalls, 21 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #18V465000 · 2018 · 5,309 vehicles
What's wrong: The crankshaft sensor May be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xdrive, 230i m240i, m240i xdrive, x2 sdrive28i, x2 xdrive28i, x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i, 330i, 330i xdrive, 340i,…
Why it matters: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V533000 · 2018 · 3 vehicles
What's wrong: The front passenger air bag inflator May have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix: All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V352000 · 2019 · 5,079 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies May have been improperly folded and assembled.
Why it matters: An improperly folded and assembled air bag May not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (7): the most common themes are overheating (3), stalls / loses power (3).
- Airbags (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (3): the most common themes are leaks (2), overheating (2).
The 2019 BMW 430I has 21 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 10 430I model years for complaints (1.7× the average 430I year). Complaints peaked in 2023 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 63,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (36 complaints, 1 recalls), 2020 (5 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 | 34 | 27 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 33 | 27 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 33 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 BMW 430I have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2019 BMW 430I. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 BMW 430I problems?
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (7), airbags (6), other / unknown (5).
What gas mileage does the 2019 BMW 430I get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 BMW 430I repair manual?
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