Front control arm bushes
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Shimmy under braking
Fix: Replace bushes / arms
€250–600
Common faults, service intervals and costs
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45)
2014–2021
4
engines covered
11
known faults
9
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45) was built from 2014 to 2021.
For this generation we cover 4 engines and 11 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is DCT mechatronic / solenoids: it usually appears at 120,000–220,000 km and costs €800–2,000 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38) | Petrol | Chain | 0W-20 / 5W-30 · BMW LL-17FE+ / LL-01 · ~4.25 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0d (BMW B47) | Diesel | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-30 · BMW LL-04 · ~5.2 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37) | Diesel | Chain | 5W-30 · BMW LL-04 · ~4.2 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 petrol (BMW B48) | Petrol | Chain | 0W-20 / 0W-30 · BMW LL-17FE+ / LL-01 · ~5.25 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Run-flat tyres (harsh, expensive)
usually 0–300,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Harsh ride; expensive to replace
Fix: Budget accordingly
free / recall
Faults by engine
1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38)
Coolant leaks (hoses / thermostat)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Coolant level warning
Fix: Replace hose or thermostat
€150–500
2.0d (BMW B47)
EGR cooler recall (2015–2018)
usually 60,000–150,000 km · High risk
Signs: Coolant leaks into the EGR system
Fix: Check recall status; free replacement
free / recall
DPF saturation
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: DPF warning, frequent regeneration
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,800
1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37)
EGR cooler recall
usually 40,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
model years 2014–2018 only
Signs: Coolant leak into the EGR
Fix: Check recall status (free)
free / recall
2.0 petrol (BMW B48)
Valve cover / oil filter housing seep
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Oil misting, burning smell
Fix: Reseal
€250–600
Coolant loss (plastic coolant pipes / expansion tank)
usually 80,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Coolant warning, sweet smell, level drops
Fix: Find and replace the leaking pipe or tank
€150–600
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Steptronic (ZF 6HP / 8HP)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
Steptronic DCT (7-speed, wet)
DCT mechatronic / solenoids
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Harsh shifts
Fix: Repair; keep oil changes at 60,000 km
€800–2,000
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests in the Netherlands by age
Share of this model's Dutch fleet that had a defect in each system at a roadworthiness test (APK) in 2025. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and fuel. Sample: 12,431 cars.
| age (years) | 3–5 | 6–8 | 9–11 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 0.8 % | 1.1 % | 1.8 % |
| Suspension | 0.0 % | 0.3 % | 0.9 % |
| Steering | 0.0 % | 0.0 % | 0.1 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 3.2 % | 8.3 % | 13.8 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 1.2 % | 5.4 % | 10.7 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.0 % | 0.0 % | 0.0 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.0 % | 0.2 % | 0.4 % |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 228,138, of which 244 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0d (BMW B47)2.0 (1,995 cm³) · 110 kW (150 hp) · Diesel | 24.6 % | 2014–2020 | 126 g/km | — |
| 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38)1.5 (1,499 cm³) · 100 kW (136 hp) · Petrol | 20.3 % | 2014–2020 | 130 g/km | — |
| 1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37)1.5 (1,496 cm³) · 85 kW (116 hp) · Diesel | 16.5 % | 2014–2020 | 115 g/km | — |
| 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38)1.5 (1,499 cm³) · 100 kW (136 hp) · Hybrid | 15.6 % | 2015–2020 | 54 g/km | — |
| 2.0 petrol (BMW B48)2.0 (1,998 cm³) · 141 kW (192 hp) · Petrol | 6.5 % | 2014–2020 | 150 g/km | — |
| 2.0d (BMW B47)2.0 (1,995 cm³) · 140 kW (190 hp) · Diesel | 5.7 % | 2014–2020 | 131 g/km | — |
| 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38)1.5 (1,499 cm³) · 103 kW (140 hp) · Petrol | 3.7 % | 2018–2020 | 151 g/km | — |
| 1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37)1.5 (1,496 cm³) · 70 kW (95 hp) · Diesel | 1.5 % | 2015–2018 | 103 g/km | — |
| 1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38)1.5 (1,499 cm³) · Hybrid | 1.3 % | 2017–2019 | 59 g/km | — |
| 2.0 petrol (BMW B48)2.0 (1,998 cm³) · 170 kW (231 hp) · Petrol | 1.3 % | 2014–2020 | 148 g/km | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (9). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Airbag Takata Driver and/or Passenger Airbag Recall (Global VINs)18/12/2025 · R/2025/349
- Airbag Check Driver’s Airbag for Conversion Takata SDI & PSDI-521/10/2024 · R/2024/403
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Integrated Braking System13/09/2024 · R/2024/383
- Fire risk On some diesel vehicles glycol leakage from the EGR-Cooler may occur. In very rare cases this could lead to the melting of the Intake manifold and in very rare cases result in a possible fire.19/06/2023 · R/2023/172
- Seat belt In rare cases the lower section of the outer seat belts may have been trapped behind the lower part of the C-pillar interior trim panels.01/05/2023 · R/2023/127
- Airbag A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.24/01/2023 · R/2023/016
- Airbag In the event of a restraint system fault the airbag warning light or warning message is not displayed to the driver due to a software error05/10/2022 · R/2022/282
- Fire risk Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold22/08/2022 · R/2022/255
The other recalls (1) are listed in the app.
Common questions
Does the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45) have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.2 / 1.5 3-cyl petrol (BMW / MINI B38): chain; 2.0d (BMW B47): chain; 1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37): chain; 2.0 petrol (BMW B48): chain.
What are the known problems with the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45)?
The faults with the highest risk: EGR cooler recall (2015–2018) (60,000–150,000 km, free / recall); DCT mechatronic / solenoids (120,000–220,000 km, €800–2,000); DPF saturation (150,000–250,000 km, €300–1,800); clutch wear (120,000–200,000 km, €500–900). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45)?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (9 have been published for this model). On the test drive, watch for these signs: coolant leaks into the EGR system; harsh shifts. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Other generations
BMW 1 Series (E87) 2004–2011BMW 1 Series (E81/E82/E88) 2007–2013BMW 1 Series (F20) 2011–2019BMW 1 Series (F40) 2019–2024BMW 3 Series (E46) 1998–2006BMW 3 Series (E90) 2005–2012BMW 3 Series (E91/E92/E93) 2005–2013BMW 3 Series (F30) 2012–2019BMW 3 Series (G20) 2019–BMW 4 Series (F32) 2013–2020BMW 5 Series (E39) 1995–2004BMW 5 Series (E60) 2003–2010BMW 5 Series (F10) 2010–2017BMW 5 Series (G30) 2017–2023BMW 5 Series (G60) 2023–BMW 3 Series (E30) 1982–1994BMW 3 Series (E36) 1990–2000BMW 1 Series (F70) 2024–BMW 2 Series Coupé (F22) 2014–2021BMW 2 Series Coupé (G42) 2021–BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé (F44) 2020–2024BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46) 2015–2022BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (U06) 2021–BMW 4 Series (G22) 2020–BMW 6 Series (E63) 2003–2010BMW 6 Series (F12) 2011–2018BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo (G32) 2017–2023BMW 7 Series (E65) 2001–2008BMW 7 Series (F01) 2008–2015BMW 7 Series (G11) 2015–2022BMW 7 Series (G70) 2022–BMW 8 Series (G15) 2018–
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
MINI Hatch (F56) 2014–2023BMW X1 (F48) 2015–2022BMW X3 (G01) 2017–2024MINI Countryman (F60) 2017–2024BMW X2 (F39) 2018–2023BMW X4 (F26) 2014–2018MINI Clubman (F54) 2015–2024BMW X4 (G02) 2018–
Other BMW models
BMW X6 (F16) 2014–2019BMW i3 2013–2022BMW X5 (F15) 2013–2018BMW X3 (F25) 2010–2017BMW X5 (G05) 2018–BMW Z4 (G29) 2018–BMW X1 (E84) 2009–2015BMW X6 (G06) 2019–BMW X7 (G07) 2019–BMW Z4 (E89) 2009–2016
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026