2016 BMW M
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 13 of 45 complaints (29%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 24 in 2015 to 45 in 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,550–5,150 | 3,100–4,850 | 3,500–4,850 | 3,500–4,850 | 3,500–4,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–17 | 16–25 | 16–22 | 16–22 | 16–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–15 / 17–22 | 14–21 / 19–31 | 14–20 / 19–26 | 14–20 / 19–26 | 14–20 / 20–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 517–603 | 361–553 | 394–553 | 395–553 | 395–553 | |
| Complaints filed | 12 | 24 | 45 | 23 | 48 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 BMW M have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 BMW M?
Engine: 13 of 45 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 BMW M get?
EPA rates it 16–22 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 BMW M?
EPA estimates $3,500–$4,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (19)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 15 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 516 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 14 mpg (low) | 20 mpg | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 553 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 15 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 516 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 14 mpg (low) | 20 mpg | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 553 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 15 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 516 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 14 mpg (low) | 20 mpg | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 553 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 516 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 8 | 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 14 mpg (low) | 20 mpg | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 553 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 9 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 440 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 440 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 440 g/mi |
| Configuration 14 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 549 g/mi |
| Configuration 15 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 549 g/mi |
| Configuration 17 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 18 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 429 g/mi |
| Configuration 18 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 20 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $3,500 (low) | 394 g/mi (low) |
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| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 11 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 459 g/mi |
| Configuration 13 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 459 g/mi |
| Configuration 16 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 459 g/mi |
| Configuration 19 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 16 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 477 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS · Campaign 20V094000 · Feb 20, 2020
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 18V713000 · Oct 16, 2018
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.
Consequence: A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
AIR BAGS · Campaign 16V914000 · Dec 20, 2016
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS · Campaign 16V653000 · Sep 9, 2016
Defect: BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
Consequence: Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 15V782000 · Nov 23, 2015
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 M3 Sedan vehicles manufactured May 30, 2015, to September 2, 2015, 2016 M4 Coupe vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to September 11, 2015, and 2015-2016 M4 Convertible vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to August 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft with a slip-joint that may not have been filled with grease. As a result, the slip-joint may fail over time.
Consequence: If the slip-joint fails, there would be a loss of power to the rear axle and therefore the vehicle would stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driveshaft, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
CHILD SEAT; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY · Campaign 15V718000 · Oct 30, 2015
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence: If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.