According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2016 BMW M2 has 1 documented issue. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2016 BMW M2 N55 3.0L turbo I6, bMW SIB 12 17 16 defines an F87 M2 path for vehicles produced through August 3, 2016 when a Drivetrain Malfunction message, reduced power and DME faults 120208 and 120408 occur. BMW identifies an overly sensitive DME diagnostic threshold that can switch off turbocharging-pressure control. The bulletin does not establish a cracked plastic charge pipe.
Read the DME faults with the current BMW ISTA version and confirm the production date. If the vehicle meets SIB 12 17 16, program the vehicle to integration level F020-16-07-504 or higher. Do not replace a charge pipe from this card. ShowMeTheParts resolves exact 2016 M2 turbocharger and 3.0-liter fitment but returned no charge-pipe candidate; even a catalog match would not prove the BMW software fault or repair role.
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.
Campaign #16V65300009/09/2016
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2016 BMW M2 has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Early F87 M2 Boost-Control Software Faults. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the BMW M2 reliable?
The 2016 BMW M2 has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2016 BMW M2 Early F87 M2 Boost-Control Software Faults?
BMW SIB 12 17 16 defines an F87 M2 path for vehicles produced through August 3, 2016 when a Drivetrain Malfunction message, reduced power and DME faults 120208 and 120408 occur. BMW identifies an overly sensitive DME diagnostic threshold that can switch off turbocharging-pressure… Severity: medium.
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