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2024 BMW i4 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

50/100

#2 most-complained of 3 i4 years

The 2024 BMW i4 has a complaint index of 50, ranking 2nd worst out of 3 model years. It has 26 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and 8 crashes reported, with a median mileage at failure of only 1,000 miles.

Complaints
26
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
8 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
104.5
103.5 city / 103.5 hwy

Top 2024 BMW i4 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other7 (27%)
  2. Collision Avoidance & Cameras5 (19%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain5 (19%)
  4. Brakes4 (15%)
  5. Engine4 (15%)
  6. Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (15%)
  7. Electrical System3 (12%)
  8. Structure & Body3 (12%)
  9. Fuel System1 (4%)
  10. Steering1 (4%)

What owners report

  • Owners report sudden, uncommanded acceleration while parking or slowing at intersections, sometimes crashing into garages, homes, or other vehicles.
  • Some describe the brake pedal failing to stop the car after unintended acceleration occurred.
  • Others report the accelerator pedal mount breaking loose and the pedal becoming lodged behind the brake pedal.
  • A drivetrain fault warning told one owner to pull over for safety, and the car then stopped moving while in a live traffic lane.
  • One owner reported the rear air suspension lowering on its own overnight with no warning light, scraping the undercarriage when driven.
2024 BMW i4 complaints: complaints filed per month4Sep 2023Jun 2024Apr 2025Sep 2025Feb 2026Jun 2026
38 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2023 to Jul 2026; peak Apr 2025 (4).

2024 BMW i4 recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V395000Jul 23, 2025Electrical System71,286 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    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.

  2. NHTSA 24V611000Aug 15, 2024Structure & Body1,150 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.

  3. NHTSA 24V135000Feb 23, 2024Electrical System4 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.

2024 BMW i4 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
103.5 MPG
Highway
103.5 MPG
Combined
104.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$725
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Electricity
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2024 compared with other i4 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100202220232024
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022No verdict098 !97.5
2023No verdict100457102
2024No verdict50263104.5

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Frequently asked questions

What problems does the 2024 BMW i4 have?
NHTSA lists 26 complaints for the 2024 i4, with the top problem areas being Collision Avoidance & Cameras and Transmission & Powertrain, each with 5 complaints. Brakes, Engine, and Suspension issues each have 4 complaints.
Does the 2024 BMW i4 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2024 i4 has 3 recalls: one for electric drive motor software that can shut down the high-voltage system, one for a left-side longitudinal beam that may crack, and one for a high-voltage battery module with insufficient weld seams that can overheat.
How does the 2024 i4 compare to other model years?
The 2024 i4 has a complaint index of 50 and ranks 2nd worst among the 3 model years with data. The 2023 i4 has a higher complaint index of 100, while the 2022 i4 has the lowest at 0.
How many crashes were reported for the 2024 BMW i4?
NHTSA data shows 8 crashes and 3 injuries reported for the 2024 i4, with no fires or deaths recorded.
At what mileage do 2024 i4 problems typically occur?
The median mileage at failure across reported issues is 1,000 miles, though the Suspension category shows a higher median of 15,000 miles.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.