NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 BMW 4 Series Safety Record
The 2021 BMW 4 Series has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 BMW 4 Series has no crash-test ratings from the federal NHTSA program, as it has not been evaluated. Consequently, it carries no computed Safety Index. The administrative record does show a Clean recall-and-complaint burden band, reflecting no open recalls on file. Owner complaints are modest in volume, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities among the submissions. This Clean band reflects the administrative record only and does not substitute for crash-test data.
The 2021 BMW 4 Series was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls on file, and falls in the Clean recall-and-complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 15 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 BMW 4 Series?
The 2021 BMW 4 Series has not undergone federal crash testing; therefore, no NHTSA star ratings are available for this model year. This absence of critical safety performance data means that a comprehensive assessment of the vehicle's crashworthiness cannot be made. The model year does, however, reside in the "Clean" burden band, reflecting its minimal recall and complaint record. There have been zero recalls issued for the 2021 4 Series, indicating no federal safety defect determinations have prompted repair campaigns. Owner complaints total 15, spread across the Electrical System, Engine, and Seat Belt categories. This volume is low, especially for a vehicle now five years old. Notably, none of these complaints allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. While the Seat Belt complaints, though unverified, are relevant to occupant protection and should be noted by prospective owners, the administrative "Clean" band designation does not substitute for actual crash-test data. There are no tested sibling model years available to provide context for this vehicle's crash safety performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 BMW 4 Series have any recalls?
The 2021 BMW 4 Series has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. There are no recall campaigns, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive notices associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check at nhtsa.gov, as recall status can change after any publication.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 BMW 4 Series?
NHTSA has received 15 owner complaints for the 2021 BMW 4 Series. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System with 6 reports, the Engine with 3 reports, and Seat Belts with 3 reports. Power Train and Tires each account for 1 report. All complaints are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
15 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 BMW 4 Series?
A specific 2021 BMW 4 Series should be checked against the NHTSA recall lookup using its VIN. Recall information can change and is VIN-specific.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2021 BMW 4 Series, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file for the 2021 BMW 4 Series, placing it in the Clean burden band, which reflects the administrative recall-and-complaint record and is not a crash-safety grade.
- Three of the 15 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA allege issues with Seat Belts, a component directly relevant to occupant protection in a crash, though none of these reports have been confirmed as defects.
- Run any specific vehicle's VIN through nhtsa.gov before purchase to verify that no open recall has been issued after this record was compiled, as recall status is VIN-level and can be updated at any time.
FAQ2021 BMW 4 Series safety questions
Was the 2021 BMW 4 Series crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 BMW 4 Series have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 BMW 4 Series as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 BMW 4 Series?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 BMW 4 Series. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW 4 Series 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.