NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW I3 BEV Safety Record
The 2019 BMW I3 BEV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 BMW i3 BEV leaves its core structural safety unanswered due to the absence of federal crash-test data. With no NHTSA star ratings or Safety Index score, its crashworthiness remains formally unassessed. The vehicle does present a light recall and complaint burden: the record shows zero open recall campaigns and 12 unverified owner complaints, with no reported fires, injuries, or deaths within that complaint set. This lack of data prevents a safety endorsement or a red flag based on the published information.
The 2019 BMW I3 BEV was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns on file, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
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 | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 12 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 BMW I3 BEV?
The 2019 BMW I3 BEV is unrated by NHTSA, as no crash-test data exists for this model year or its siblings. This means that a core component of the federal safety assessment is unavailable for public review. On its recall record, however, the I3 BEV shows a distinct lack of federal corrective action, with zero recall campaigns issued. Owner complaints stand at a modest 12 reports, a low volume for a vehicle of this age. These complaints do not report any confirmed injuries or fires. However, a concentration of these reports in the Electrical System and Steering categories suggests areas of potential concern, despite the overall low complaint volume.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 BMW I3 BEV have any recalls?
The 2019 BMW I3 BEV has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no recall-related park-outside or do-not-drive advisories attached to this model year in the federal record. Shoppers should still run a VIN check at nhtsa.gov, because recall status can change after any publication.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 BMW I3 BEV?
Twelve unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 BMW I3 BEV. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System, cited in 5 reports, followed by Steering in 4 reports, Power Train in 2 reports, and the Fuel/Propulsion System in 2 reports. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 BMW I3 BEV?
For the 2019 BMW I3 BEV, owners should verify the recall status of any individual vehicle through nhtsa.gov using its VIN. Recalls are tied to specific vehicles, not the model year generally.
- NHTSA has no crash-test record for the 2019 BMW I3 BEV, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this model year in the NHTSA federal database, though VIN-level recall status should always be confirmed at nhtsa.gov.
- Twelve unverified owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA, with the Electrical System and Steering components appearing most frequently as alleged problem areas.
- The complaint record for this model year includes one alleged crash but zero reported fires, injuries, or deaths among the 12 filings.
FAQ2019 BMW I3 BEV safety questions
Was the 2019 BMW I3 BEV 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 12 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 BMW I3 BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 BMW I3 BEV 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 2019 BMW I3 BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 12 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 BMW I3 BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW I3 BEV 2019.
- 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.