Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2024 BMW i4. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Loss of Drive Power
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Left-Side Longitudinal Beam May Crack
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Reduced structural integrity may result in damage to the high voltage battery during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
High-Voltage Battery May Overheat
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Owner complaints (26)
26 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 7 | 26.9% |
| Power train | 5 | 19.2% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 15.4% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 15.4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 15.4% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 11.5% |
| Structure | 2 | 7.7% |
| Wheels | 2 | 7.7% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 3.8% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 3.8% |
How 2024 compares with other i4 years
Best and worst i4 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 | 8 |
| 2023 | 45 | 7 |
| 2024 | 26 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 120 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $650
- CO₂ tailpipe
- —
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 120 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 122 / 119 / 120 | $650 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 111 / 107 / 110 | $700 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 107 / 111 / 109 | $700 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 109 / 108 / 109 | $700 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 100 / 99 / 100 | $750 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 98 / 100 / 99 | $750 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 94 / 98 / 95 | $800 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 79 / 80 / 80 | $950 | — |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2024 i4 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2024 BMW i4 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW i4 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 25V395000 (electrical), 24V611000 (structure), 24V135000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2024 BMW i4 problems?
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (7), Power train (5), Forward collision avoidance (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2024 BMW i4 get?
EPA rates the Electric · Automatic version at 122 city, 119 highway and 120 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.