Is the 2022 BMW I4 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 2022 BMW I4?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 BMW I4 have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2022 BMW I4

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2022 BMW I4
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:07:13.985Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 10
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2022: 10 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2022	10
2023	46
2024	26

Known problem areas

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

4 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASHFIREINJURY

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Vehicle was charging at home and spontaneously began smoking. Fire department called and determined it was the battery, began over heating and caught fire. Could have potentially exploded if they didnât get their as soon as they did.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-28

My BmW I4 M50 was parked and turned off. While I was behind the wheel the car. Suddenly the car took off and hit a curb and went thru some trees. I took my cat to creviar bmw and an engineer from bmw came to check out the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-06-16

The contact owns a 2022 BMW i4. The contact stated that while pulling into her apartment's parking garage, the vehicle surged forward as the steering wheel independently maneuvered to the left without warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-15

Also filed under Air bags

Tires

2 of 10 total reports mention: tires.

Forward collision avoidance

2 of 10 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control.

Back over prevention

2 of 10 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing warnings.

Steering

1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH

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I recently had an accident with the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-29

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2022-09-06Electrical system22V483000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles equipped with hybrid electric powertrains.

Remedy: Dealers will update the display's head unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2022-12-23Electrical system22V541000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive or charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge.

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2023-02-03Electrical system22V944000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2023-03-09Back over prevention, forward collision avoidance23V026000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive40 and iX xDrive50 electric vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the external artificial sound generator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2023-04-10Electrical system23V118000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, 330e, 330e xDrive, 430i Convertible, 430i xDrive, M440i, 2022-2023 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2023-08-23Electrical system23V449000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i760 xDrive hybrid electric vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2025-08-08Electrical system25V395000 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.

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.

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2025-12-02Electrical system25V470000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025.

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Buy-smart checklist

2022 BMW I4 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 22V483000 · Electrical system
Recall 22V541000 · Electrical system
Recall 22V944000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V026000 · Back over prevention, forward collision avoidance
Recall 23V118000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V449000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V395000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V470000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2022 BMW I4 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 2022 BMW I4?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW I4 have?: 8 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.