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 I7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2024 BMW I7, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 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 July 1, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 BMW I7 has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
5Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
5Service brakes
3Suspension
2Electronic stability control (ESC)
2Service brakes, hydraulic
1Visibility/wiper
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Steering
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2024 BMW I7 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
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 · 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.
Show 2 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 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 I7 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 I7 median. How we score
'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What I7 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Yesterday again my 2024 I7 x50 bmw suddenly engaged its auto brakes. I have been in communication with different dealers trying to repair this problem as it almost cause another accident. Luckily there was no cars behind me and there was no cars ahead of me. The cars door also would not close. I…
This is the 4th time I am having issues with this car. Major safety issues. Yesterday during during on the 405 freeway. It suddenly started to rain, the wiper malfunction while in traffic and pouring rain. A week before this incident, the steering of the car kept moving suddenly out of my line.…
This is has been continuous, yesterday my car braked on the freeway. Suddenly with no obstruction. The car behind me almost crashed into me and it would’ve been a very tragic event. I took it to the dealership and they don’t do anything, all they do is give it back to me. Yesterday also has loss of…
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