NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW 4 Series Safety Record
The 2023 BMW 4 Series has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW 4 Series has no crash-test data published by NHTSA, leaving its crashworthiness unrated. Without federal crash-test results, no Safety Index score can be calculated for this model year. The federal record does show one recall campaign for the 2023 4 Series, alongside six owner complaints. These complaints allege no crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. While this suggests a light burden in terms of recalls and reported issues, the absence of crash-test star ratings means no definitive conclusions can be drawn regarding the vehicle's crash safety performance.
The 2023 BMW 4 Series was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to federal data published by NHTSA at nhtsa.gov.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW 4 Series?
The 2023 BMW 4 Series was the subject of one federal recall, placing it in the Light recall burden band. This recall addresses the automatic transmission control module; its failure modes can impact shift behavior and vehicle control. Owners should verify their VIN for this recall. Six unverified owner complaints have been filed, with no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported. Two of these complaints, however, cite issues with the seat belt system. Any owner experiencing abnormal restraint behavior should address it as a priority. No NHTSA-tested sibling years for the 4 Series are available for comparison.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW 4 Series have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW 4 Series carries one recall campaign, targeting the powertrain automatic transmission control module. The campaign notice covers a range of vehicles including certain 2023 4 Series units alongside other BMW and Toyota models. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to this campaign in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)23V821000
Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-12-06
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW 4 Series?
Six complaints have been filed with NHTSA against the 2023 BMW 4 Series. The top components cited are seat belts, which account for two of the six reports, followed by single allegations touching the electrical system, powertrain, back-over prevention, and an unknown or other category. All six are unverified consumer allegations and none allege a crash, fire, injury, or death.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW 4 Series?
Any shopper or current owner of a 2023 BMW 4 Series should run the vehicle's VIN through the free lookup at nhtsa.gov before purchase or at any time to confirm whether the transmission control module recall has been remedied and whether any additional campaigns have been issued since the record was compiled.
- The 2023 BMW 4 Series has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this model year and no crash-safety conclusion can be drawn from the absence of that data.
- One recall is on record for this model year, covering the automatic transmission control module; owners should verify remedy status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov because recall completion varies by individual vehicle.
- Six unverified complaints have been reported to NHTSA, with seat belts cited most frequently at two of the six reports; seat belt concerns on any vehicle warrant prompt inspection given the component's role in occupant protection.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects only the recall and complaint record and is not a crash-safety grade; it cannot be compared to a star rating from a tested vehicle.
FAQ2023 BMW 4 Series safety questions
Was the 2023 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 1 recall and 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW 4 Series have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 BMW 4 Series. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW 4 Series?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 BMW 4 Series. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW 4 Series 2023.
- 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.