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2016 BMW i3: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 41 complaints about the 2016 BMW i3 with NHTSA, and it has 2 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
41
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
2
on record
Fuel economy
124 MPGe
best version, EPA combined
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Electric, 81 mi range | Rear-Wheel Drive | 124 MPGe |
| Automatic (A1), 2 cyl, 0.6 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 39 mpg |
Recalls
Air Bags › FrontalNov 16, 2017 · campaign 17V720000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And FittingsFeb 9, 2017 · campaign 17V088000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
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Other years of the BMW i3
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Not rated yet |
| 2020 | Not rated yet |
| 2019 | Not rated yet |
| 2018 | Not rated yet |
| 2017 | Not rated yet |
| 2016 | Not rated yet |
| 2015 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2016 BMW i3 have?
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA: body, glass & interior (10), steering (8), airbags & seat belts (6). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2016 BMW i3 have?
2 recalls on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2016 BMW i3 get?
Up to 124 MPGe combined (EPA), depending on the engine.