BMW i4 Lemon Law Claims

Safety recall

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel

NHTSA 22V483000 · Reported 2022-07-07

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “While in Valet Parking Mode, the Central Information Display (CID) may not display critical safety information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal …”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery Thermal: Management: Software

NHTSA 22V944000 · Reported 2022-12-20

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery

NHTSA 22V541000 · Reported 2022-07-27

The campaign addresses fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.”

Do not drive an affected, unrepaired vehicle. Follow the manufacturer’s current instructions before moving it. Park an affected vehicle outside and away from structures as instructed by the manufacturer. Confirm current precautions and repair arrangements.

Safety recall

Electrical System: Body Control Module: Software

NHTSA 23V118000 · Reported 2023-02-23

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “During a service visit, a replacement electronic control unit (ECU) may have been installed with incorrect programming, which can cause the automatic door locking (ADL) function to not lock the doors as intended.”

Safety recall

Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: External/Pedestrian Alert / Back Over Prevention: Warnings: External/Pedestrian Alert

NHTSA 23V026000 · Reported 2023-01-25

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor …”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Hybrid Management

NHTSA 23V449000 · Reported 2023-06-28

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU) may not have been manufactured correctly, resulting in improperly connected and/or assembled components inside the CCU.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Motor: Controller: Software

NHTSA 25V395000 · Reported 2025-07-23

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery

NHTSA 25V470000 · Reported 2025-07-16

The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.”

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2022-11-04 through 2023-03-15

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2023-02-17 through 2023-06-16

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2022-09-30 through 2022-11-04

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2023-11-29 through 2024-08-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2023-03-15

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2023-06-16

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2023-06-16

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2023-11-29

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Service information · 46 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2022-01-01 through 2025-12-22

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (16), software or module updates (3), starting or stalling (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 10 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2022-03-01 through 2026-04-23

The text includes references to noise or vibration (3), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 8 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2022-06-01 through 2025-12-16

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 8 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2022-07-01 through 2023-05-01

The text includes references to noise or vibration (4), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 7 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2022-10-01 through 2026-03-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (3), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 6 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2022-04-01 through 2023-06-01

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2022-05-01 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (4), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2023-03-01 through 2025-12-01

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2022-03-01

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2023-06-01

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Pedestrian alert sounds

DP22005 · Opened 2023-01-27 · Closed 2023-08-07

The 2022 i4 is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

4 DR · RWD

The indexed entry does not supply the principal star-rating values shown in this review. An equipment listing is not a crash-test rating.

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2022 BMW i4, 4 DR · RWD

NHTSA safety-data entry

4 DR · AWD

The indexed entry does not supply the principal star-rating values shown in this review. An equipment listing is not a crash-test rating.

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2022 BMW i4, 4 DR · AWD

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery Thermal: Management: Software

NHTSA 22V944000 · Reported 2022-12-20

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Body Control Module: Software

NHTSA 23V118000 · Reported 2023-02-23

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “During a service visit, a replacement electronic control unit (ECU) may have been installed with incorrect programming, which can cause the automatic door locking (ADL) function to not lock the doors as intended.”

Safety recall

Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: External/Pedestrian Alert / Back Over Prevention: Warnings: External/Pedestrian Alert

NHTSA 23V026000 · Reported 2023-01-25

The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor …”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery

NHTSA 23V295000 · Reported 2023-04-26

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit may have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Hybrid Management

NHTSA 23V449000 · Reported 2023-06-28

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU) may not have been manufactured correctly, resulting in improperly connected and/or assembled components inside the CCU.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Motor: Controller: Software

NHTSA 25V395000 · Reported 2025-07-23

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery

NHTSA 25V470000 · Reported 2025-07-16

The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.”

Consumer allegations · 18 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2023-02-01 through 2026-05-27

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (9), warnings or diagnostic codes (7), software or module updates (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 15 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2023-03-01 through 2026-05-03

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), shifting or acceleration (4), charging or battery concerns (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 11 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2023-05-10 through 2026-05-24

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), shifting or acceleration (5), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2023-04-22 through 2025-04-26

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), starting or stalling (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2023-06-01 through 2025-08-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2023-05-10 through 2026-05-24

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), shifting or acceleration (3), software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2023-04-22 through 2025-08-26

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (2), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2023-09-19 through 2026-09-07

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), shifting or acceleration (3), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2024-01-24 through 2026-03-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2023-06-30

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2024-12-18

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Service information · 38 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2022-07-01 through 2025-12-22

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (13), noise or vibration (3), software or module updates (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 9 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2022-07-01 through 2026-04-23

The text includes references to noise or vibration (3), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 8 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2024-01-26 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (7), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 7 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2023-02-01 through 2025-12-16

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 7 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2023-04-01 through 2026-03-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (3), noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2022-08-01 through 2023-05-01

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2023-05-01 through 2023-06-01

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2023-03-01 through 2025-12-01

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2023-06-01

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Safety recall

Structure: Frame And Members

NHTSA 24V611000 · Reported 2024-08-15

The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The left-side longitudinal beam may crack, compromising the structural integrity of the chassis.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery

NHTSA 24V135000 · Reported 2024-02-23

The campaign addresses fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Motor: Controller: Software

NHTSA 25V395000 · Reported 2025-07-23

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by BMW of North America, LLC.

Reported condition: “The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.”

Consumer allegations · 11 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2023-09-16 through 2026-06-01

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (9), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2025-04-17 through 2026-07-16

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (3), noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2024-03-20 through 2025-12-28

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2024-08-26 through 2026-03-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (2), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2024-04-18 through 2025-10-21

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), inspection or repair procedures (2), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2024-04-18 through 2026-06-01

The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2025-04-17 through 2026-06-08

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2025-04-17

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2026-03-10

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Service information · 19 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2023-10-25 through 2026-08-12

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (9), leaks or water entry (3), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 12 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2024-01-26 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (9), charging or battery concerns (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2024-08-27 through 2026-07-24

The text includes references to noise or vibration (4), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2023-09-13 through 2026-03-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (3), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2023-12-19 through 2025-12-16

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2025-03-24 through 2026-07-17

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2025-12-01

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.