MYRModel Year Report

2019 BMW I3

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2019 BMW I3
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:47:05.376Z

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW I3 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2019 highlighted. 2014: 53 complaints 2014 2015: 46 complaints 2016: 33 complaints 2016 2017: 50 complaints 2018: 14 complaints 2018 2019: 12 complaints 2019 2020: 0 complaints 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 0 complaints 2022
2019: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
201453
201546
201633
201750
201814
201912
20200
20210
20220

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH
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We were sitting at a traffic light for a few minutes behind another vehicle. Suddenly, our car accelerated very quickly. My foot was on the brake when the car accelerated. I felt the brake pedal depress further as it accelerated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250706

STEERING

4 of 12 total reports mention: steering.

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LOST POWER STEERING AS I WAS LEAVING MY HOUSE, MAKING CAR VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THINKING I HAD A FLAT TIRE, I TURNED AROUND AND RETURNED HOME. SHUT DOWN THE CAR, CHECKED THE TIRES (THEY WERE FINE), RESTARTED IT, AND POWER STEERING RETURNED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210131

ON THE WAY BACK HOME FROM WORK, STEERING FELT QUITE HEAVY AND IT KEPT PULLING TOWARDS THE RIGHT SIDE. I INITIALLY THOUGHT I HAD A FLAT TIRE BUT THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS NORMAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200909

STEERING HAS BEEN NORMAL UNTIL NOW. SUDDENLY ON TWO OCCASIONS AFTER STOPPING AT A LIGHT IT WAS HARD TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. STEERING FELT AS IF TIRE PRESSURE WAS LOW. PRESSURE WAS NOT LOW. THIS IS FIRST TIME THIS HAS OCCURRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191223

POWER TRAIN

2 of 12 total reports mention: power train.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 12 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 12 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20191011 — electrical system, hybrid propulsion system

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 i3 BEV, i3 REx, and i8 vehicles. A circuit board problem within the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module may shutdown the supply of high-voltage electrical power.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 19V599000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 BMW I3 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V599000 (electrical system, hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2019 BMW I3 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW I3?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 BMW I3 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.