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BMW I4 Safety
NHTSA safety across every BMW I4 model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the BMW I4 we cover (2022 to 2022), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 8 recalls have been issued across those years.
The 2022 BMW i4 is a fully electric fastback sedan competing in the premium midsize segment, slotting neatly alongside traditional sport sedans while targeting tech-forward buyers who want driving engagement without a combustion engine. It comes in rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive configurations and carries BMW's Gran Coupe roofline, making it a genuine driver's car dressed in an electric powertrain. Safety-conscious shoppers deserve a clear-eyed look at what the data actually shows.
The 2022 BMW i4 enters the federal safety record without crash-test ratings. NHTSA did not conduct its standard battery of tests for this model year, leaving no star ratings or computed Safety Index for assessment. Despite the absence of crash-test data, the i4 accumulated 8 recalls for its single model year. One of these campaigns, a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, indicates a significant safety concern that prompted NHTSA to advise owners against normal vehicle use. For an electric vehicle in its debut year, this level of recall severity is noteworthy. Owner complaints submitted to NHTSA total 9. While a low number for a new model, 3 of these complaints describe crashes, and 2 report injuries. These remain unverified allegations, but they represent incident reports from owners. The ratio of injuries to total complaints warrants observation as the vehicle fleet matures. The lack of federal crash-test results, coupled with a serious park-outside recall, introduces an unaddressed safety question for the 2022 i4.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the 2022 BMW i4 for its sharp, engaging driving dynamics and well-resolved chassis tuning, which set it apart from more comfort-oriented electric sedans. Interior refinement and material quality receive consistent appreciation, though some reviewers note the infotainment learning curve. Overall, the consensus positions it as one of the more rewarding premium electric vehicles to drive in its class.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2022 BMW i4, so there are no federal star ratings available for this model year. Shoppers who prioritize verified crash-test scores should note this data gap before purchasing.
- The 2022 i4 carries 8 NHTSA recalls in a single model year, including one park-outside or do-not-drive campaign. That designation is among the most serious NHTSA issues, and owners should verify immediately with a BMW dealer whether their VIN is affected and whether the remedy has been completed.
- Nine owner complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2022 model year, with 3 involving reported crashes and 2 involving reported injuries. While these are unverified allegations, the injury rate relative to total complaints is worth tracking as more real-world data accumulates.
- As a first-model-year electric vehicle, the 2022 i4 entered the market with limited long-term federal safety data. Shoppers considering a used example should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm all outstanding campaigns have been resolved before taking delivery.
Most-recalled year on record: 2022 BMW I4 with 8 recalls.