2024 BMW I4 problems, complaints & recalls

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW I4, most often about driver assistance & safety tech. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints: 26
Recalls: 3
Crashes: 8
Fires: 0
Injuries: 3
Median mileage: 1,000 mi

Key facts

Driver Assistance & Safety Tech is the most-reported problem area, named in 6 of 26 complaints (23%).
Transmission & Drivetrain (5) and acceleration & cruise control (4) follow.
Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 1,000 mi.
Owners reported 8 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries.
The 2024 BMW I4 has 3 recalls on file.
It ranks 2nd of 3 BMW I4 model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
That is 42% fewer complaints than the 2023 model year (45).

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)	Complaints
Unknown or other	7
Power train	5
Vehicle speed control	4
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking	3
Service brakes	3
Electrical system	3
Structure:body	2
Wheels	2

When problems happen (mileage)

Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2024 BMW I4 complaints that list mileage.

2024 BMW I4 recalls (3)

Recall 25V395000Jul 23, 202571,286 vehicles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
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.
Risk: 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.
Recall 24V611000Aug 15, 20241,150 vehicles
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
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.
Risk: 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.
Recall 24V135000Feb 23, 20244 vehicles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
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.
Risk: 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.

Recent 2024 BMW I4 complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Filed Jul 16, 2026ILVisibility & Wipers
On July 4th, 2026 we were driving home in a storm. The windshield wipers failed while in the automatic setting, completely shutting off, creating a safety hazard. We pulled to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. Afther the reboot they had resarted, but agian failed within ten minutes. We pulled over again giving the car more time to cool/reset and contacted BMWs internal SOS service. They could not hear due to the rain coming down on the car. Eventually we were…
NHTSA complaint #11750807 · source
Filed Jun 1, 2026CACrashTowedDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control
As I was easing my 2024 BMW i4 xDrive40 onto Church Street from a cross street on May 11, 2026, my car suddenly accelerated and crashed into the car in front of me. The acceleration was "un-commanded." The accident occured a bit before 2:20 pm. Driving conditions were ideal. I had the car in Eco Mode, and I was using one-pedal driving (braking when one eases up on the accelerator pedal). When the car becan accelerating. I believe that I had time to depress the brakes, but it…
NHTSA complaint #11741305 · source
Filed May 11, 2026NJCrash2 injuredTowedDriver Assistance & Safety TechOther / Unknown
am writing to report an incident involving my vehicle. While entering my driveway, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated and did not recognize that the garage door was closed. As a result, the vehicle collided with the closed garage door and subsequently struck the structural beam on the wall near the garage entrance. The impact was significant, and all six airbags deployed. At the time of the incident, I was driving, and my teenage son was seated in the front passenger seat.…
NHTSA complaint #11736985 · source
Filed Mar 25, 2026NJTransmission & Drivetrain
I had a rear-end collision on [XXX}. The car was scheduled for repair on 3/19/2026. On [XXX] at ~70,000 miles, my 2024 BMW i4 eDrive35 (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced a drivetrain malfunction with reduced speed. The dealership diagnosed an internally faulty A/C compressor with metal shavings contaminating the system and recommended replacement of the compressor, condenser, chiller, expansion valve, and system flush. BMW denied goodwill repair and my insurance claim was also…
NHTSA complaint #11727132 · source
Filed Mar 10, 2026MAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
The vehicle experienced two sudden and complete losses of power, on December 29, 2025, and again on February 18, 2026. In both instances, the vehicle became inoperable while in motion and required towing. These failures created hazardous roadside situations.
NHTSA complaint #11723423 · source
Filed Feb 26, 2026500 miHIBody & StructureDriver Assistance & Safety TechTransmission & Drivetrain
The contact owns a 2024 BMW I4. The contact stated that while driving 25-50 MPH in the intended lane, the vehicle vibrated and was drifting out of the intended lane. The contact was able to correct the vehicle back into the intended lane. Additionally, the contact stated while driving and approaching a wall or a gate, the Forward Collision Avoidance front sensors failed to function as intended and did not warn the contact of a potential crash. The contact stated that upon…
NHTSA complaint #11720715 · source
Filed Dec 17, 2025GATransmission & Drivetrain
•August of 2023: BMW i4 leased from BMW of Gwinnet place. During the sales process, the customer was assured that BMW has many years of expertise in electric vehicles. Trade in vehicle valued for $11,000 as a downpayment. •July 25, 2025: Customer notified of a recall for BMW i4. During interactions with BMW of Gwinnet sales team, customer was assured that this is a “simple programming fix”. Vehicle dropped with service department on the following Monday for recall fix.…
NHTSA complaint #11705500 · source
Filed Oct 21, 202515,000 miNYWheels & Tires
The contact owns a 2024 BMW i4 equipped with Pirelli Tires, Tire Line: P Zero XL, Tire Size: 255/40/19, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the passenger's side rear tire had a blowout. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road, and the vehicle was towed to the residence of a friend. The following morning, the contact purchased another tire and replaced the tire. While the tire was being replaced, the contact…
NHTSA complaint #11694692 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology