repaired · 2026 Q3
Controller: software
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
2023 BMW I4Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 47 owner complaints about the 2023 BMW I4, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-470 the manufacturer reports only 94% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 31, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 BMW I4 has problems
47 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
19Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
13Power train
7Service brakes3 crash/fire/injury
7Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
5Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
5Engine1 crash/fire/injury
4Steering
3Vehicle speed control
2Suspension
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 19 | 1 |
| Power train | 13 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 3 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2023 BMW I4 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Propulsion system: hybrid management
Risk. An improperly connected or assembled CCU can interrupt electrical power while driving and result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q1
Body control module: software
Risk. Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion may open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Warnings: external/pedestrian alert
Risk. Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Management: software
Risk. An interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other I4 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the I4 median. How we score
'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What I4 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was driving and getting into the freeway and my car simply stopped automatically. I thought all I had a flat tire but the system locked. I resumed driving once I realized that the tires and wheels were fine. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA),…
The dashboard turn signal indicators are blocked by the steering wheel unless I adjust the steering wheel to a very high position that makes driving unsafe. When the turn signals are on, there is no clicking noise like many cars have. I suggest that BMW update the vehicle software to allow the…
While driving my 2023 BMW i4, the vehicle suddenly displayed multiple drivetrain and chassis malfunction warnings shortly after charging the vehicle at a ChargePoint station. The vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power/propulsion while driving, creating a serious safety concern. After stopping,…
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