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US recalls (3)
Over-the-air fixElectrical system: propulsion system, traction motor
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Structure: frame and members
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 eDrive40, xDrive40, and M50 vehicles. The left-side longitudinal beam may crack, compromising the structural integrity of the chassis.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Reduced structural integrity may result in damage to the high voltage battery during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left-side longitudinal beam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles. The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Canadian recalls (3)
Show 3 Canadian recalls
Over-the-air fixHigh voltage
2025-06-13 · campaign 2025-320
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a problem with the electric drive motor software could cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.
Note: This problem would cause a warning light to turn on and a warning message to be displayed.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the electric drive motor software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a BMW dealership.
Structure
2024-08-15 · campaign 2024-472 · 136 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the beam that supports the left-rear wheel arch may be cracked. As a result, the strength of the vehicle structure could be reduced in a crash.
Safety Risk:
Vehicle structure that isn't strong enough could increase the risk of a fire and/or injuries in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the left-side support beam.
Label
2024-08-15 · campaign 2024-544
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French.
Safety Risk:
This error does not affect vehicle safety.
Corrective Actions:
This is not a recall. The company has corrected the tire and loading information label for all new vehicles.
Owner complaints (26)
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW i4 (8 crashes, 3 injuries reported). Among 3 model years of this model, it ranks #2 for the most complaints (median 26).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Unknown or other | 7 | |
| Power train | 5 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | |
| Service brakes | 3 | |
| Electrical system | 3 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2024 BMW i4.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe 4 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe 4 DR AWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2024 BMW i4 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) Automatic (A1) | 94 | 98 | 95 | $800 |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) Automatic (A1) | 79 | 80 | 80 | $950 |
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 122 | 119 | 120 | $650 |
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 111 | 107 | 110 | $700 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 109 | 108 | 109 | $700 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 100 | 99 | 100 | $750 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 107 | 111 | 109 | $700 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 98 | 100 | 99 | $750 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.