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2024 BMW i7 problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2024 BMW i7 has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 0safety recalls
- 15owner complaints
- 1crash report
- 0fire reports
- 0injuries reported
The most complained-about BMW i7 year on file: 15 complaints, against an average of 4 for the other 2 model years.
Every BMW i7 model year with its number of owner complaints. Pick a year to compare.
What goes wrong with the 2024 BMW i7?
The components named most often in the 15 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
Has the 2024 BMW i7 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2024 BMW i7 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 i7 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.
EU Safety GateThe cockpit cable harness may be damaged when the microfilter is replaced.This can lead to a short circuit, with smoke build-up resulting in 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 cell modules in the vehicles concerned were not produced in accordance with the specifications, which may cause the module frame toâŠThe 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 hollow shaft of the servomotor was not welded correctly.The weld may not be able to withstand high braking pressure build-up and may break. In this case, the reduced braking performance requires greater force and the braking distance may increase. In addition, the ABS and DSC brake control systems are not assisted. This increases the risk 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 manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column's double universal joint can break when the steering wheel isâŠDue to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column's double universal joint can break when the steering wheel is turned hard at the extreme position and when steering without steering assistance with the engine switched off. This can lead to unexpected steering behaviour which can increase the risk of accidents and injuries.
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 integrated braking system could be compromised, which could lead to an unexpected failure of the hydraulic braking assistance, therebyâŠThe integrated braking system could be compromised, which could lead to an unexpected failure of the hydraulic braking assistance, thereby requiring greater pressure on the brake pedal. This can result in a longer braking distance, as well as failure of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), increasing the risk 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
What do 2024 BMW i7 owners report?
12 of the 15 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.
[XXX] Problem: Multiple tire blowouts causing safety hazards and air-suspension damage Complaint Summary: My 2024 BMW i7 has experienced multiple tire blowouts, including the most recent , two within days of each other (12/8/2025 and 12/10/2025). On 12/8/2025, BMW replaced the right rear tire and advised me that the vehicle was safe to drive. Two days later, the left rear tire suffered the same sudden failure, requiring another tow. These failures occurred during normal driving and immediately after BMW dealership inspection and clearance. In addition to these recent events, earlier blowoutsâŠ
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 have video evidence of this
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 time my son was in the car. These dealerships do not really care to even look at it, they drive the car for 2 miles and return it with a no problem found issue. Enough is Enough. The last time it was taking to the dealership after the automatic brakes would engage suddenly, they advise me that carâŠ
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 wouldâve been a very tragic event. I took it to the dealership and they donât do anything, all they do is give it back to me. Yesterday also has loss of power too. I have alerted them many times, they keep saying to take it in but they donât do anything and I donât feel with this car. Please let BMW know because if something happens they will be heard responsible
On August 15, 2025 at approximately 6:30pm our 2024 BMW i7 eDrive50 with the Active Park Distance Control package accelerated in reverse when parking assistance was initiated to back out of a parking space at a small business facility, causing the vehicle to strike a tree. The cronology of the incident is as follows: 1. While the driver had his foot on the brake, he touched the assisted parking icon on the dashboard display to enable the automatic backup system. 2. The driver then lifted his foot from the brake and the vehicle accelerated in reverse despite the driver NOT having his foot onâŠ
This is the 5th time my cat suddenly brakes in the middle of traffic with no obstruction. I keep taking it to the dealership and they drive it for 1 mile and give it back. I am fed up and I have my family in the car. Last time I took it, they said something the car doesnât recognize a driver This is a electric car.
I have now experienced multiple instances where the vehicle suddenly brakes on its own while driving at normal speeds, without any obstruction or hazard ahead. This is not only unacceptable â it's extremely dangerous, putting both myself and other drivers at risk of serious injury. Despite bringing the vehicle in twice to the dealership, the issue persists. I continue to receive dashboard malfunction alerts, and the automatic braking problem has not been resolved. Each time, I am left without a vehicle, impacting my ability to work. I did not purchase a $100k+ vehicle to live in fear ofâŠ
This is the 3rd time my car suddenly engages automatic brakes without any obstruction ahead of me and around me. I took it to the dealership about this issue 2 times.
On November 9, 2024 while driving the vehicle in light traffic on the 405 southbound between the 101 and the 10 freeways, the right front of the vehicle made a cluck noise. There were no obsticales on the freeway and no other vehicle was involved. Shorthly thereafter, the vehicle made another loud clunk noise from the right front of the vehicle. I exited the 405 freeway and turned right. Within a mile, the right front suspension totally collapsed causing the car to careen left. On the street I was on, there is a center median with a curb. the car rode the curb for several feet and the leftâŠ
The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the "Inability to Drive" message was displayed on the instrument panel and the vehicle suddenly lost motive power. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 7,500âŠ
The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the brakes were occasionally inoperable. The contact had been driving 25 MPH due to concerns about the brakes failing with his children inside the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded aâŠ
The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated while reversing at approximately 5 MPH, the driver's side door opened automatically after the contactâs knee struck the door button. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 1,200.
2024 BMW i7: questions owners ask
Is the 2024 BMW i7 reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW i7; the most common categories were electrical system (7, 46.7%), service brakes (7, 46.7%), forward collision avoidance (5, 33.3%). There are no safety recalls listed for this model year. 1 complaint mentions a crash.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW i7?
Across 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are electrical system (46.7% of complaints), service brakes (46.7% of complaints), forward collision avoidance (33.3% of complaints), suspension (20% of complaints), electronic stability control (esc) (13.3% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2024 BMW i7 have any recalls?
As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2024 BMW i7. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Check your own i7
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), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2024 only.