Model year record

2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40

2 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 24 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V906000

Electrical system: propulsion system: cables

Component
Electrical system: propulsion system: cables
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
1
Reported to NHTSA
2025-12-23
Owners notified
2026-02-18

Defect description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle. The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose.

Safety risk

A loose positive battery cable connection could lead to the vehicle stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose battery cable can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

A dealer will check the positive battery cable connection and, if necessary, repair it, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed on February 13, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V395000

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction motor: controller: software

Component
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction motor: controller: software
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
71,286
Reported to NHTSA
2025-07-23
Owners notified
2025-08-08

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Power train4
Steering4
Back over prevention: warnings2
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking2
Forward collision avoidance: warnings2
Lane departure: assist2
Service brakes2
Suspension222 mi
Unknown or other2
Wheels2

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.