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2024 BMW i4 problems & recalls

NHTSA has issued 3 recalls covering the 2024 BMW i4 and owners have filed 26 complaints. The most-reported area is power train (5 complaints). 8 complaints describe a crash.

Other model years:202520232022
Recalls
3
Complaints
26
Crash reports
8
Fire reports
0
Injuries
3

Recalls (3)

Jul 23, 2025#25V395000

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction motor › Controller › Software

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: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Aug 15, 2024#24V611000

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: Reduced structural integrity may result in damage to the high voltage battery during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.

Fix: 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.

Feb 23, 2024#24V135000

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: An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owner complaints (26)

What owners reported to NHTSA, by component. One complaint can name several components.

  • Unknown or other7
  • Power train5
  • Vehicle speed control4
  • Forward collision avoidance4
  • Service brakes4
  • Electrical system3
  • Structure2
  • Wheels2
  • Visibility/wiper1
  • Visibility1
  • Fuel/propulsion system1
  • Latches/locks/linkages1

Complaints over time

Sep 2023: 1 complaintOct 2023: 0 complaintsNov 2023: 0 complaintsDec 2023: 0 complaintsJan 2024: 0 complaintsFeb 2024: 0 complaintsMar 2024: 2 complaintsApr 2024: 1 complaintMay 2024: 0 complaintsJun 2024: 2 complaintsJul 2024: 0 complaintsAug 2024: 1 complaintSep 2024: 0 complaintsOct 2024: 2 complaintsNov 2024: 0 complaintsDec 2024: 0 complaintsJan 2025: 0 complaintsFeb 2025: 0 complaintsMar 2025: 0 complaintsApr 2025: 2 complaintsMay 2025: 0 complaintsJun 2025: 1 complaintJul 2025: 0 complaintsAug 2025: 2 complaintsSep 2025: 2 complaintsOct 2025: 1 complaintNov 2025: 0 complaintsDec 2025: 2 complaintsJan 2026: 0 complaintsFeb 2026: 1 complaintMar 2026: 2 complaintsApr 2026: 0 complaintsMay 2026: 1 complaintJun 2026: 2 complaintsJul 2026: 1 complaint202420252026
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Recent owner reports

Jul 16, 2026Visibility/wiper, Visibility

On July 4th, 2026 we were driving home in a storm. The windshield wipers failed while in the automatic setting, completely shutting off, creating a safety hazard. We pulled to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. Afther the reboot they had resarted, but agian failed within ten minutes. We pulled over again giving the car more time to cool/reset and contacted BMWs internal SOS service. They could not hear due to the rain coming down on the car. Eventually we were able to proceed home with the wipers on a low setting. We took the vehicle to the dealership. They were unable to reprod…

Jun 8, 2026Structure

Sunroof spontaneously exploded with no sign of impact

Jun 1, 2026Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Forward collision avoidance⚠ Crash

As I was easing my 2024 BMW i4 xDrive40 onto Church Street from a cross street on May 11, 2026, my car suddenly accelerated and crashed into the car in front of me. The acceleration was "un-commanded." The accident occured a bit before 2:20 pm. Driving conditions were ideal. I had the car in Eco Mode, and I was using one-pedal driving (braking when one eases up on the accelerator pedal). When the car becan accelerating. I believe that I had time to depress the brakes, but it was to no avail. There were no reportable injuries and no police report. My car has automatic emergency braki…

May 11, 2026Unknown or other, Forward collision avoidance⚠ Crash

am writing to report an incident involving my vehicle. While entering my driveway, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated and did not recognize that the garage door was closed. As a result, the vehicle collided with the closed garage door and subsequently struck the structural beam on the wall near the garage entrance. The impact was significant, and all six airbags deployed. At the time of the incident, I was driving, and my teenage son was seated in the front passenger seat. Both of us sustained minor injuries. However, the incident resulted in substantial damage to both the vehicle and the ga…

Mar 25, 2026Power train

I had a rear-end collision on [XXX}. The car was scheduled for repair on 3/19/2026. On [XXX] at ~70,000 miles, my 2024 BMW i4 eDrive35 (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced a drivetrain malfunction with reduced speed. The dealership diagnosed an internally faulty A/C compressor with metal shavings contaminating the system and recommended replacement of the compressor, condenser, chiller, expansion valve, and system flush. BMW denied goodwill repair and my insurance claim was also denied. I have filed a complaint with the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance and request NHTSA document and inves…

Mar 10, 2026Fuel/propulsion system

The vehicle experienced two sudden and complete losses of power, on December 29, 2025, and again on February 18, 2026. In both instances, the vehicle became inoperable while in motion and required towing. These failures created hazardous roadside situations.

Feb 26, 2026Power train, Latches/locks/linkages, Forward collision avoidance

The contact owns a 2024 BMW I4. The contact stated that while driving 25-50 MPH in the intended lane, the vehicle vibrated and was drifting out of the intended lane. The contact was able to correct the vehicle back into the intended lane. Additionally, the contact stated while driving and approaching a wall or a gate, the Forward Collision Avoidance front sensors failed to function as intended and did not warn the contact of a potential crash. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the vehicle jerked forward. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while shifting into p…

Dec 28, 2025Service brakes⚠ Crash

Crashed my car because brakes failed.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall and complaint records, updated Oct 1, 2026. Complaints are owner reports and are not verified by NHTSA. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.