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US recalls (2)
Electrical system: propulsion system, cables
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle. The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loose positive battery cable connection could lead to the vehicle stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose battery cable can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: A dealer will check the positive battery cable connection and, if necessary, repair it, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed on February 13, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.
Electrical 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.
Owner complaints (12)
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 BMW i4 (3 crashes reported).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Power train | 2 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Back over prevention | 2 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Electrical system | 2 | |
| Lane departure | 1 | |
| Unknown or other | 1 | |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2025 BMW i4 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) Automatic (A1) | 93 | 96 | 94 | $800 |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) Automatic (A1) | 80 | 80 | 80 | $950 |
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 117 | 114 | 116 | $650 |
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 108 | 104 | 106 | $700 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) Automatic (A1) | 113 | 111 | 112 | $700 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 106 | 103 | 104 | $750 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 99 | 103 | 101 | $750 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) Automatic (A1) | 93 | 95 | 94 | $800 |
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Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada).
Recalls updated 2026-10-30.