NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 Safety Record
The 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 has not been evaluated by NHTSA for crashworthiness, rendering its collision safety profile undetermined. Consequently, no federal star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. The vehicle’s record does indicate a light burden of post-sale issues, with two recall campaigns targeting electrical and propulsion system components. Additionally, NHTSA has received six owner complaints for the 2025 I4 Edrive40. Without crash-test data, these figures alone do not provide a basis to assess the vehicle's safety in a collision.
The 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data 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 | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40?
The 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, leaving a gap in the federal safety data. However, the available information indicates a Light burden band for recalls and complaints. This places its combined volume of federal recalls and owner complaints as low compared to the wider vehicle population tracked by NHTSA. Two recalls currently affect this model year, both stemming from the electrical and propulsion system. One specific recall addresses a battery cable connection issue on a single unit. A broader campaign involves a software concern within the electric drive motor controller, affecting a wider range of BMW electric vehicles. The six owner complaints on file are concentrated in three areas: active safety technology, steering, and the powertrain. Three of these complaints detail a crash event. Without crash-test results, the Safety Index cannot be computed.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 have any recalls?
The 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 is covered by two recall campaigns, both touching the electrical and propulsion system. The first involves the connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distribution unit on one specific vehicle. The second, a broader multi-model campaign, addresses electric drive motor controller software across certain 2022 to 2025 BMW electric vehicles. Neither recall carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data provided, but shoppers should confirm current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES25V906000
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.
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.
Reported 2025-12-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE25V395000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Reported 2025-07-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40?
Six owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top components alleged in those unverified reports are Forward Collision Avoidance with two reports, Steering with two reports, and Power Train with two reports. Additional unverified allegations touch Service Brakes, Suspension, and Wheels. Three of the six complaints involve a crash event. All complaints are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40?
Two open recall campaigns have been issued for the 2025 BMW i4 eDrive40. Both campaigns must be verified as remedied on any specific vehicle via a VIN check at nhtsa.gov prior to purchase.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Two recall campaigns are on record for this model year, both addressing electrical and propulsion system concerns, including a battery cable connection issue and an electric drive motor controller software problem.
- Six unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with Forward Collision Avoidance, Steering, and Power Train each appearing in two separate reports, and three of the six complaints involving a reported crash event.
- Shoppers and current owners should run the vehicle's VIN through the recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether the two open recall campaigns have been remedied on any specific unit.
FAQ2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 safety questions
Was the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 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 2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW I4 Edrive40 2025.
- 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.