2023 BMW I4
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 26 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
40% of complaints: electrical system — 18 distinct reports on file.
FIRE24% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing driveline.
16% of complaints: service brakes — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I opened our garage door remotely, as I always do, and pulled into the driveway. As I entered the garage, I attempted to brake but the car continued to roll despite my pressure on the brake pedal.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230601
13% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY13% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was driving down a residential street with cars parked on both sides. My car stopped very suddenly because the passenger side front tire was pierced and flattened by something on the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240124
Also filed under SUSPENSION and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 22V944000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 23V026000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 23V118000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and 2023 i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 Hybrid Electric vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Campaign 23V295000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 23V449000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 25V395000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 25V470000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 BMW I4 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V944000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V026000 (back over prevention, forward collision avoidance) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V118000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V295000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V449000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V395000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V470000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2023 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 2023 BMW I4?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW I4 have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.