repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC)
NewRisk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
2024 BMW I5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 21 owner complaints about the 2024 BMW I5, most often about the electronic stability control (esc). It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-104 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 15, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 BMW I5 has problems
21 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electronic stability control (ESC)1 crash/fire/injury
5Electrical system
4Service brakes
4Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
3Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
2Back over prevention
2Lane departure
2Steering
1Wheels
55 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 4 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2024 BMW I5 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
Controller: software
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module
Risk. A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Show 3 more recalls
repaired · 2026 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Warnings: external/pedestrian alert
Risk. Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Driver monitoring: camera/sensor
Risk. An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency…
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
2024 vs. every other I5 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 I5 median. How we score
'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What I5 owners report
Recent electronic stability control (esc) complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact's insurer owned a 2024 BMW I5. The contact stated that the insurer received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while the insurer was parking the vehicle, and the brake was depressed, the…
The contact owns a 2024 BMW I5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was…
The contact owns a 2024 BMW I5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…
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