[Tegs200]

Originally Posted by dszpiro

I have been unable to locate this TSB online. Can you share a link or the contents of this TSB? Thanks.

That's exactly why I decided to get off the Hampster wheel..

[GreyLady]

New owner here, and I'm not sure if it's the same thing or not, but I too get a low clunk sound from the right rear only. I have big speed bumps near me and when I go over them at a moderate speed I hear it, but only when I'm in Comfort mode. If I hit them at the same speed in Sport+ it doesn't happen, what mode are you guys in when it happens?

[Antique-ace]

Originally Posted by GreyLady

New owner here, and I'm not sure if it's the same thing or not, but I too get a low clunk sound from the right rear only. I have big speed bumps near me and when I go over them at a moderate speed I hear it, but only when I'm in Comfort mode. If I hit them at the same speed in Sport+ it doesn't happen, what mode are you guys in when it happens?

The rear thumping sound I experience only occurs in Sport or Sport+ mode.

[Jay Dee]

Ah Jeeeez, just as I sort the funds and decide on the G42 M240i to replace my current F22 M240i I find this thread 😳

I mean is there anyone who doesn’t have this noise/issue?

Or is it a given they all have it and possibly some people don’t notice!?

Man I’m tempted to jump to the M2 instead (assuming this isnt an issue on them?) but really fancied X-drive this time and it’s such a beautiful car and a complete package, cheap running costs, an all round top notch car… but this noise would drive me nuts.

[WilcoJunoHotel]

Originally Posted by Jay Dee

Ah Jeeeez, just as I sort the funds and decide on the G42 M240i to replace my current F22 M240i I find this thread 😳

I mean is there anyone who doesn’t have this noise/issue?

Or is it a given they all have it and possibly some people don’t notice!?

Man I’m tempted to jump to the M2 instead (assuming this isnt an issue on them?) but really fancied X-drive this time and it’s such a beautiful car and a complete package, cheap running costs, an all round top notch car… but this noise would drive me nuts.

Whether or not the sound is offensive or if you even hear it is apparently subjective. What it sounds like to me is that something is loose in the trunk and bouncing around - not a loud noise at all. If I turn the radio up a bit or if I have someone in the car with me conversing, I don't notice it. I only notice it when the radio is off and if I drive over broken asphalt or ripples in the road. Also, I generally don't hear it above 30 mph or so..........

[Littlecoupe]

Originally Posted by Jay Dee

Ah Jeeeez, just as I sort the funds and decide on the G42 M240i to replace my current F22 M240i I find this thread ��

I mean is there anyone who doesn’t have this noise/issue?

Or is it a given they all have it and possibly some people don’t notice!?

Man I’m tempted to jump to the M2 instead (assuming this isnt an issue on them?) but really fancied X-drive this time and it’s such a beautiful car and a complete package, cheap running costs, an all round top notch car… but this noise would drive me nuts.

I made the same switch you did, F22 to G42. My F22 was a pretty loaded 2020 model, M240i with XDrive.

My quality takes: My F22 overall "sounded" more well put together on the interior. Assuming what this "thump" noise is, sounds like a bit of rubber-ball-in-a-box noise over bumps, both my F22 and G42 had it. To me it sounds like poorly insulated shock mounts. Where my G42 falls short is all the damn clicks, ticks, and plastic crackling sounds. Shitty plastics everywhere. I fixed a few areas with noises, but others persist. I have a plastic "plap" sound from the back I can't figure out, and the dealer failed to remedy. The F22 only had an occasional tick from the upper part of the center vents, which was fixed per drive by pressing on it once. The F22 developed a "snap" in the passenger A pillar, apparently a common issue, I never got that fixed.

The G42 overall feels more substantial. More tech, more options. It rides a lot better than the F22 did, which was more rough and bouncy. If not for the noises in the G42, I think the G42 feels more solid, weight and mass-wise, than the F22. The F22 felt much more sporty, but the G42 cruises way better.

Would I do the G42 again? Probably not. But in saying that, if I search all the other potential cars I would have bought, when I Google them with "rattles" after, seems every car I pick has potential for noises. There is one common theme with the cars I drive - they're all sporty. I think it comes down to me needing to choose either something fun to drive with some noises, or buy something not fun to drive that is quiet. I don't think I can get both. I can't afford a Porsche, LOL. Even those have threads of rattles.

I'm picky, I'm getting grouchier by the day, I'm critical, I'm anal. I'll hear all the noises in any vehicle. But, the G42 leaves a lot to be desired in that department, for me. It has some moments of being super solid, other times I'd like to drive it off a bridge.

[Jay Dee]

Originally Posted by WilcoJunoHotel

Whether or not the sound is offensive or if you even hear it is apparently subjective. What it sounds like to me is that something is loose in the trunk and bouncing around - not a loud noise at all. If I turn the radio up a bit or if I have someone in the car with me conversing, I don't notice it. I only notice it when the radio is off and if I drive over broken asphalt or ripples in the road. Also, I generally don't hear it above 30 mph or so..........

Thanks for the reply, great description! I think it would irritate me, I wouldn’t be able to not listen out for it… I’d also feel annoyed that I need to drown it out but like you say how much it affects people is subjective so I better book a test drive and hear it for myself.

[Jay Dee]

Originally Posted by Littlecoupe

I made the same switch you did, F22 to G42. My F22 was a pretty loaded 2020 model, M240i with XDrive.

My quality takes: My F22 overall "sounded" more well put together on the interior. Assuming what this "thump" noise is, sounds like a bit of rubber-ball-in-a-box noise over bumps, both my F22 and G42 had it. To me it sounds like poorly insulated shock mounts. Where my G42 falls short is all the damn clicks, ticks, and plastic crackling sounds. Shitty plastics everywhere. I fixed a few areas with noises, but others persist. I have a plastic "plap" sound from the back I can't figure out, and the dealer failed to remedy. The F22 only had an occasional tick from the upper part of the center vents, which was fixed per drive by pressing on it once. The F22 developed a "snap" in the passenger A pillar, apparently a common issue, I never got that fixed.

The G42 overall feels more substantial. More tech, more options. It rides a lot better than the F22 did, which was more rough and bouncy. If not for the noises in the G42, I think the G42 feels more solid, weight and mass-wise, than the F22. The F22 felt much more sporty, but the G42 cruises way better.

Would I do the G42 again? Probably not. But in saying that, if I search all the other potential cars I would have bought, when I Google them with "rattles" after, seems every car I pick has potential for noises. There is one common theme with the cars I drive - they're all sporty. I think it comes down to me needing to choose either something fun to drive with some noises, or buy something not fun to drive that is quiet. I don't think I can get both. I can't afford a Porsche, LOL. Even those have threads of rattles.

I'm picky, I'm getting grouchier by the day, I'm critical, I'm anal. I'll hear all the noises in any vehicle. But, the G42 leaves a lot to be desired in that department, for me. It has some moments of being super solid, other times I'd like to drive it off a bridge.

Fantastic reply thanks for all the info, I’m very similar and pick up on all issues, it’s a real chore and can ruin things right!? I sometimes wish I was blissfully unaware of imperfections, creaks and rattles like my friends and family seem to be hard enough buying a new TV let alone a car!

So true though, ANY car you look up you’ll find problems and a lot of the time serious issues! Something the M240i has going for it, a bulletproof engine gearbox combo, great reliability other than some misting up headlights and creaks…. And suspension thump.

I’ve been lucky with my 21 reg M240i I’ve no suspension noises, although I drive in comfort 80% of the time I’ve not noticed a thump ever. We don’t get Xdrive on the F22 in the UK and I was looking forward to the extra traction the G42 would give me. I’m also gutted you have other interior noises too as that looked like a major upgrade over the F22, looks better quality and so modern!

Is there any examples of this noise online, in YouTube videos or similar? I’m still very tempted. There’s just not much to compete in the coupe market, the M2 is the obvious next step but it’s RWD.

[Littlecoupe]

Originally Posted by Jay Dee

Fantastic reply thanks for all the info, I’m very similar and pick up on all issues, it’s a real chore and can ruin things right!? I sometimes wish I was blissfully unaware of imperfections, creaks and rattles like my friends and family seem to be hard enough buying a new TV let alone a car!

So true though, ANY car you look up you’ll find problems and a lot of the time serious issues! Something the M240i has going for it, a bulletproof engine gearbox combo, great reliability other than some misting up headlights and creaks…. And suspension thump.

I’ve been lucky with my 21 reg M240i I’ve no suspension noises, although I drive in comfort 80% of the time I’ve not noticed a thump ever. We don’t get Xdrive on the F22 in the UK and I was looking forward to the extra traction the G42 would give me. I’m also gutted you have other interior noises too as that looked like a major upgrade over the F22, looks better quality and so modern!

Is there any examples of this noise online, in YouTube videos or similar? I’m still very tempted. There’s just not much to compete in the coupe market, the M2 is the obvious next step but it’s RWD.

I would be interested in seeing if anyone has this noise recorded as well. Each person's interpretation of what something sounds like can be different. The "plap" from the rear of my car might actually be what others call the thump. I feel mine is some small thing loose behind a panel maybe, but that's just my take. I think it would appease me a bit to know that it was suspension and I could change shocks and fix it. Even if I don't do it, knowing the source and the fix helps my obsessive brain. It's the unknown that drives me mad.

I don't think you'll find anything else new on the market that checks all of the boxes the G42 does. For size, performance, price, drivetrain, etc. It's the last of its kind, I think. For you, I'd recommend driving both a decently used and a new G42. See how it has aged, listen for things that might drive you crazy, then make your choice accordingly.

As for thinking getting a M2 might avoid the thump, the stiffer suspension might just exacerbate other noises that don't exist on the G42. There is also the price premium, similar 0-60 (if that matters to you), and a more expensive to maintain vehicle. The G42 with XDrive is a good value proposition.

[PNTDG42]

Mine does it in all modes and all climates at any speed. If there are bumps, its usually doing it. It might be a little bit worse when cold, and it might be a bit worse in Sport mode. But I definitely have it all the time no matter what. Music does drown it out. I dont often put on music immediately though, usually I am a few minutes into my drive before I start playing anything. So I have a reminder every time I drive it.

[Tegs200]

Originally Posted by PNTDG42

Mine does it in all modes and all climates at any speed. If there are bumps, its usually doing it. It might be a little bit worse when cold, and it might be a bit worse in Sport mode. But I definitely have it all the time no matter what. Music does drown it out. I dont often put on music immediately though, usually I am a few minutes into my drive before I start playing anything. So I have a reminder every time I drive it.

It's the shocks.

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by Jay Dee

Is there any examples of this noise online, in YouTube videos or similar? I’m still very tempted. There’s just not much to compete in the coupe market, the M2 is the obvious next step but it’s RWD.

Originally Posted by Littlecoupe

I would be interested in seeing if anyone has this noise recorded as well.

I’ve asked for a sound bite earlier in the thread. If it’s such a common issue someone must have audio.

[Littlecoupe]

Originally Posted by Pentland

I’ve asked for a sound bite earlier in the thread. If it’s such a common issue someone must have audio.

I'd be willing to record mine, but I think my most prevalent and annoying noise is not the same thing. I don't want to lead people in the wrong direction.

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by Littlecoupe

I'd be willing to record mine, but I think my most prevalent and annoying noise is not the same thing. I don't want to lead people in the wrong direction.

You should post. Guaranteed there will be different noises being heard that people think are then same problem.

[Jay Dee]

Originally Posted by Littlecoupe

I would be interested in seeing if anyone has this noise recorded as well. Each person's interpretation of what something sounds like can be different. The "plap" from the rear of my car might actually be what others call the thump. I feel mine is some small thing loose behind a panel maybe, but that's just my take. I think it would appease me a bit to know that it was suspension and I could change shocks and fix it. Even if I don't do it, knowing the source and the fix helps my obsessive brain. It's the unknown that drives me mad.

I don't think you'll find anything else new on the market that checks all of the boxes the G42 does. For size, performance, price, drivetrain, etc. It's the last of its kind, I think. For you, I'd recommend driving both a decently used and a new G42. See how it has aged, listen for things that might drive you crazy, then make your choice accordingly.

As for thinking getting a M2 might avoid the thump, the stiffer suspension might just exacerbate other noises that don't exist on the G42. There is also the price premium, similar 0-60 (if that matters to you), and a more expensive to maintain vehicle. The G42 with XDrive is a good value proposition.

My local BMW has just got an M2 in, I’m going to arrange a test drive in that and see how it feels. To get a high spec M240i that has all the spec an M2 has is not a big difference in price, running costs are obviously a consideration too though.

I just really wanted an X-drive this time so I’m hoping I could live with this noise but definitely need to hear it for myself.

Agree with what you say though, If it was definitely just a case of replacing the shocks and it’s fixed it would certainly make it much less of an issue in my head. Do you know how much quality replacements are that still have adaptive suspension?

[PNTDG42]

Originally Posted by Tegs200

It's the shocks.

I don't think you are wrong.

If I keep the car another year and BMW doesn't drop a warranty fix, I might be willing to do it out of pocket.

For the time being, I am feeling like I will want the XDrive M2 when its available for ordering. Naturally, if I go that way, I will hand off my G42 to BMW on trade and shed this problem in the process at no additional expense.

[Tegs200]

Originally Posted by Jay Dee

My local BMW has just got an M2 in, I’m going to arrange a test drive in that and see how it feels. To get a high spec M240i that has all the spec an M2 has is not a big difference in price, running costs are obviously a consideration too though.

I just really wanted an X-drive this time so I’m hoping I could live with this noise but definitely need to hear it for myself.

Agree with what you say though, If it was definitely just a case of replacing the shocks and it’s fixed it would certainly make it much less of an issue in my head. Do you know how much quality replacements are that still have adaptive suspension?

All you need are 2 bilstein 20-303334 and they are about £750 delivered.

[Jay Dee]

Originally Posted by Tegs200

All you need are 2 bilstein 20-303334 and they are about £750 delivered.

Thanks for the info

[Tegs200]

Originally Posted by Jay Dee

Thanks for the info

No problem, I agree it's out of order when your in warranty but you just get the same old rubbish from them and for me it was worth it as im keeping it for another few years.

[Tegs200]

Originally Posted by PNTDG42

I don't think you are wrong.

If I keep the car another year and BMW doesn't drop a warranty fix, I might be willing to do it out of pocket.

For the time being, I am feeling like I will want the XDrive M2 when its available for ordering. Naturally, if I go that way, I will hand off my G42 to BMW on trade and shed this problem in the process at no additional expense.

I get that.

[BMW-M]

Originally Posted by BMW-M

I have tried to write and share my experiences in the past but have had problems making an account here..
But now I succeeded and I can share how it goes for me with this problem. I have a BMW M240i -2023 that from day one has had this problem.
The car runs in Sweden where we have long winters and a lot of snow. The noise has been most evident when there is snow that is poorly ploughed on the road.
I have also noticed an imbalance in the whole car when the car has been cold and before the damper has done any compression cycles.
I have also been in contact with my dealer/service workshop early on and they have done troubleshooting and I have also had both dampers replaced to the variant with end number -02.
At that replacement they also saw that the old dampers were leaking oil. I have also been in contact with another service workshop that has also done extensive investigations without finding the source of the fault...

I have since almost given up on this problem but decided to at least send an email and tell BMW Sweden. They have then contacted the service workshops I have been to.
Now a week ago, the first service workshop contacted me and announced that there has now been a Bulletin from BMW with exactly this problem description. The bulletin number is: R_NE SEL-SEL-P-33-20000994548681-02 - 2024-10-16
They have now booked me in for a shock absorber change in two weeks. Should it not solve the problem, it will be taken further.
I feel cautiously optimistic about this and will announce the results.

Originally Posted by toastedoats

Does anyone have the actual text of the TSB? I'm sure there are several interested people here.

Okay, here comes an update after a week has passed since I had the car in for the Bullentin..
The first day after the repair, the road conditions were the worst imaginable with heavy snowfall and essentially unplowed roads.
The following days have been typical winter road conditions with partly uneven sections. The temperatures have also been between -5 -> -25° C (23 -> -13° F).

I have waited to comment in order to have time to test the car properly. I have now driven about 1200 km (745 miles) and I have to say that the noise problem is now much better but it is still too early to say that it is completely gone.
It will also be hard to say when it will be completely gone as I have no real reference as the sound has been there since day one.
Then it is probably the case that it probably takes a little more time before you can say that it is not a short-term solution that gets worse with time...
But at least thought I'd update you on the current situation as it still feels positive.

[J-RO]

It has now been two weeks since I asked my dealer for the specifics of this TSB. As usual have not heard a word.