NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW I3 Bev
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The BMW i3 BEV is a compact battery-electric hatchback that carved out a distinct identity in the urban mobility segment. Aimed at environmentally conscious city drivers who still want a premium badge and a genuinely unusual ownership experience, the i3 pairs a carbon-fiber reinforced passenger cell with rear-wheel drive and a tight turning radius built for dense metropolitan streets.
The 2019 BMW I3 Bev has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally praise the i3 for its genuinely distinctive character, nimble city handling, and upscale interior materials that reflect BMW's premium positioning. Most note that the driving experience feels refined and purposeful for urban use, though the compact proportions and unconventional styling limit its broader appeal. Value relative to its price point draws mixed reactions across the professional press.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.