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2024 BMW i4 problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2024 BMW i4 has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 0safety recalls
- 26owner complaints
- 8crash reports
- 0fire reports
- 3injuries reported
26 complaints, against an average of 22 for the other 3 BMW i4 model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2024 BMW i4?
The components named most often in the 26 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
Has the 2024 BMW i4 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2024 BMW i4 as of October 25, 2026. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN before you rely on this.
Is the 2024 BMW i4 recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSALongitudinal Chassis Beam
Risk: On affected vehicles during production excessive force may have been applied to the rear left hand side chassis longitudinal beam which could lead to it cracking and affecting its structural strength.
Fix: On affected vehicles the rear left hand side chassis longitudinal beam will be checked and if necessary replaced.
UK DVSAReplace cell module in high-voltage battery
Risk: On affected vehicles if faulty cell modules have been installed then a malfunction may occur in the high voltage battery
Fix: On the affected vehicles the faulty cell modules in the High Voltage battery will be replaced
EU Safety GateThe cell modules in the vehicles concerned were not produced in accordance with the specifications, which may cause the module frame to…The cell modules in the vehicles concerned were not produced in accordance with the specifications, which may cause the module frame to fail. This may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system and fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe positive battery cable of the starter-generator may not have been manufactured correctly.This could result in a loose electrical connection, leading to excessive contact resistance. The vehicle cannot charge or start. Contact points in the starter-generator could overheat and cause a vehicle fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe possible cracks in the rear side member may lead to structural failure of the body of the vehicle.This increases the risk of injury for vehicle occupants in the event of an accident.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateDue to incorrectly produced high-voltage cell modules, the cell terminal and the cell-contact system in the battery are not in contact…Due to incorrectly produced high-voltage cell modules, the cell terminal and the cell-contact system in the battery are not in contact anymore. When strong electricity is flowing, that may cause the cell to overheat and create a risk of fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
What do 2024 BMW i4 owners report?
12 of the 26 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
Sunroof spontaneously exploded with no sign of impact
As I was easing my 2024 BMW i4 xDrive40 onto Church Street from a cross street on May 11, 2026, my car suddenly accelerated and crashed into the car in front of me. The acceleration was "un-commanded." The accident occured a bit before 2:20 pm. Driving conditions were ideal. I had the car in Eco Mode, and I was using one-pedal driving (braking when one eases up on the accelerator pedal). When the car becan accelerating. I believe that I had time to depress the brakes, but it was to no avail. There were no reportable injuries and no police report. My car has automatic emergency braking, and on…
am writing to report an incident involving my vehicle. While entering my driveway, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated and did not recognize that the garage door was closed. As a result, the vehicle collided with the closed garage door and subsequently struck the structural beam on the wall near the garage entrance. The impact was significant, and all six airbags deployed. At the time of the incident, I was driving, and my teenage son was seated in the front passenger seat. Both of us sustained minor injuries. However, the incident resulted in substantial damage to both the vehicle and the…
I had a rear-end collision on [XXX}. The car was scheduled for repair on 3/19/2026. On [XXX] at ~70,000 miles, my 2024 BMW i4 eDrive35 (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced a drivetrain malfunction with reduced speed. The dealership diagnosed an internally faulty A/C compressor with metal shavings contaminating the system and recommended replacement of the compressor, condenser, chiller, expansion valve, and system flush. BMW denied goodwill repair and my insurance claim was also denied. I have filed a complaint with the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance and request NHTSA document and…
The contact owns a 2024 BMW I4. The contact stated that while driving 25-50 MPH in the intended lane, the vehicle vibrated and was drifting out of the intended lane. The contact was able to correct the vehicle back into the intended lane. Additionally, the contact stated while driving and approaching a wall or a gate, the Forward Collision Avoidance front sensors failed to function as intended and did not warn the contact of a potential crash. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the vehicle jerked forward. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while shifting into…
Summary of the Problem: While driving my leased BMW i4 M50 on the highway on [XXX], the rear passenger tire suddenly exploded without any prior warning or impact. This caused me to lose control briefly and nearly resulted in a serious accident. I was forced to pull over in unsafe conditions on a busy roadway. Details of the Incident: The tire failed suddenly while traveling at highway speed. No pothole, debris, or curb impact occurred prior to the blowout. I contacted BMW Roadside Assistance immediately, but was told it would take at least two hours before anyone could arrive, leaving me…
I am reporting a serious and recurring safety issue with my 2024 BMW i4, which I leased new in December 2023. The vehicle currently has approximately 20,000 miles and has stalled multiple times at high speeds, displaying a drivetrain malfunction warning and issues related to the power supply and high-voltage battery system. This is extremely dangerous, especially in high-risk driving environments such as highways, bridges, and tunnels in Manhattan. A sudden stall compromises power steering and braking and could easily lead to a fatal crash. I have already had the vehicle towed to the service…
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The contact owned a 2024 BMW i4 eDrive40. The contact stated that while slowing for a traffic signal, as he slowed down to approximately 10 MPH and was coming to a full stop, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact stated that he was still depressing the brake pedal when the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into the rear end of the vehicle in front and stopped at the traffic signal. No warning light was illuminated. The contact's front end and hood were crushed and bent in towards the windshield. The contact stated that all of the air bags had deployed, front, side, and knee air…
Lost control of the car while parking. It accelerated automatically and run into my garage. Car was out of control and damaged my home
My car when when my spouse was pulling in parking spot at local hospital suddenly accelerated. I did brake which didnt work and car flew across 2 parking lanes and landed in 3rd lane. Luckily there was no vehicles or persons crossing in the path of sudden acceleration. She has driven similar gas BMW 335 i for last 12 years. She has been driving this car i4 for last 11 months. Car towed to the dealer in Chattanooga and I have informed them to look into it and also check with BMW USA
While approaching a T-intersection from a side street into a main road, the car was brought to a full stop at the stop sign near the intersection with my foot on the brake pedal. Suddenly, the vehicle launched, on its own, into full acceleration onto the main street. Luckily, there were no traffic or pedestrians on its path. I tried to control the vehicle and placed it into the lane, pressed the brakes to control speed. At this point, the vehicle came back under control. Had been traffic on its path, it would have led to a serious injury. There were no warning lamps or messages shown on the…
2024 BMW i4: questions owners ask
Is the 2024 BMW i4 reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW i4; the most common categories were power train (5, 19.2%), forward collision avoidance (4, 15.4%), service brakes (4, 15.4%). There are no safety recalls listed for this model year. 8 complaints mention a crash, 3 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW i4?
Across 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are power train (19.2% of complaints), forward collision avoidance (15.4% of complaints), service brakes (15.4% of complaints), vehicle speed control (15.4% of complaints), electrical system (11.5% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2024 BMW i4 have any recalls?
As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2024 BMW i4. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Check your own i4
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2024 only.