2022 BMW iX Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#4 most-complained of 4 iX years
The 2022 BMW iX ranks best of 4 model years, with a Complaint Index of 0, 29 complaints, and 11 recalls. Electrical System issues lead at 34% of complaints, followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 28%.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 11
- incl. Do Not Drive
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 86
- 86 city / 85 hwy
Top 2022 BMW iX problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System10 (34%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras8 (28%)
- Engine7 (24%)
- Steering5 (17%)
- Other4 (14%)
- Fuel System3 (10%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (10%)
- Airbags1 (3%)
- Brakes1 (3%)
- Lane Departure1 (3%)
What owners report
- Owners describe the vehicle unexpectedly lunging or accelerating forward while in one-pedal 'B' drive mode, sometimes multiple times.
- Some report the vehicle's collision-avoidance system failing to engage automatic emergency braking during a crash, with no BMW Assist call following the incident.
- One owner reported the vehicle rolling itself backward out of a garage and crashing into a neighbor's parked car after being started with the driver's door left open.
- Owners noted false emergency-stop warnings and 'hands off wheel' alerts triggering unexpectedly while driving around 65 mph or stopped at a light.
- Several owners reported delays getting recall parts for high-voltage battery issues, including one who noticed a burning odor and reduced battery capacity while waiting for a part.
- One owner said a front seat headrest has a hard insert that could pose a head-injury risk in a crash.
2022 BMW iX recalls
11 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- NHTSA 25V470000Jul 16, 2025Electrical System136 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
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. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- NHTSA 23V449000Jun 28, 2023Electrical System69 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:hybrid management
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i760 xDrive hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU) may not have been manufactured correctly, resulting in improperly connected and/or assembled components inside the CCU.
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2022 BMW iX fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 86 MPG
- Highway
- 85 MPG
- Combined
- 86 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $900
- 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.
2022 compared with other iX years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 BMW iX reliable?
- Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 iX has a Complaint Index of 0 and ranks best among the 4 model years with data, with 29 complaints logged.
- What problems does the 2022 BMW iX have?
- The top reported problem area is the Electrical System at 34% of complaints, followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 28% and Engine issues at 24%.
- Does the 2022 BMW iX have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 11 recalls for the 2022 iX, including one do-not-drive recall, covering areas like the high-voltage battery, electric drive motor software, and airbags.
- How does the 2022 iX compare to other iX model years?
- The 2022 iX has a Complaint Index of 0, better than the 2023 (67), 2024 (100), and 2025 (33) model years, making 2022 the best-ranked year of the four.
- How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 BMW iX?
- EPA rates the 2022 iX at 86 mpg combined, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $900.