Model year
2024 BMW i4
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 26 complaints for the 2024 BMW i4 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). NHTSA also lists 2 recalls and 0 complaints under I4 M50. Those counts are separate from the numbers above. The components listed on the most complaints are UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7), POWER TRAIN (5), VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (4). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 80–120 MPGe combined and 28.0–42.3 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $650–$950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
25V395000 · Jul 23, 2025
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.
24V611000 · Aug 15, 2024
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.
24V135000 · Feb 23, 2024
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.
Complaints
26 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 8, fire flag on 0, injury field 3, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Other NHTSA names
These names matched the same EPA model but are not included in the headline counts above.
| Name | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| I4 M50 | 2 | 0 |
Investigations
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Coupe 4 DR AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| Gran Coupe 4 DR RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 94 | 98 | 95 | 35.4 | 269 | $800 |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 79 | 80 | 80 | 42.3 | 227 | $950 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 107 | 111 | 109 | 31.0 | 307 | $700 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 98 | 100 | 99 | 34.1 | 279 | $750 |
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 122 | 119 | 120 | 28.0 | 276 | $650 |
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 111 | 107 | 110 | 30.8 | 252 | $700 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 109 | 108 | 109 | 30.9 | 301 | $700 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 100 | 99 | 100 | 33.9 | 283 | $750 |
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