Is the 2023 BMW IX 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 IX?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 BMW IX have?

12 recalls on file for this model year.

2023 BMW IX

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2023 BMW IX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:36:42.147Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 38
Recalls: 12
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2023: 38 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2022	32
2023	38
2024	34
2025	12

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

32% · 12 reports

CRASH

Forward collision avoidance

26% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and adaptive cruise control.

CRASHINJURY

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Our BMW iX was in B mode at a complete stop behind another parked car at the car wash.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-18

Also filed under Back over prevention

Electrical system

18% · 7 reports

CRASH

Vehicle speed control

8% · 3 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The contact owns a 2023 BMX IX.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-11

Power train

8% · 3 reports

CRASH

Safety timeline

12 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2022-06-13Air bags22V240000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX XDrive50, and iX M60 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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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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2022-11-30Electrical system22V741000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2023 iX M60 hybrid electric vehicle. The transmission final drive gear in the electric drive unit may have an improperly manufactured weld seam.

Remedy: A dealer will replace the electric drive unit, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 30, 2022. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed November 28, 2022.

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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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2023-02-03Electrical 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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2023-04-14Air bags23V079000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2023-06-22Electrical system23V295000 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.

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2023-08-02Vehicle speed control23V409000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and iX M60 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 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

2023 BMW IX — pre-purchase inspection

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Air bags: 12 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 10 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 22V240000 · Air bags
Recall 22V483000 · Electrical system
Recall 22V741000 · Electrical system
Recall 22V541000 · Electrical system
Recall 22V944000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V026000 · Back over prevention, forward collision avoidance
Recall 23V079000 · Air bags
Recall 23V295000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V409000 · Vehicle speed control
Recall 23V449000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V395000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V470000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2023 BMW IX 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 IX?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW IX have?: 12 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.