NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 BMW I4
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
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.
NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 BMW I4, but it carries a park-outside or do-not-drive recall, which is the most serious class of safety campaign. Treat the recall status below as urgent and confirm your VIN with NHTSA.
- shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
Reviewers 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 // RECALLSRecall record
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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY25V470000
Risk: Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2025-07-16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT23V449000
Risk: An improperly connected or assembled CCU can interrupt electrical power while driving and result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-06-28
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE23V118000
Risk: Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion may open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-02-23
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT23V026000
Risk: Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the external artificial sound generator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-01-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE22V944000
Risk: An interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2022-12-20
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY22V541000
Risk: A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive or charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 23, 2022. A second letter will be mailed when remedy parts become available. Owner notification letters were
Reported 2022-07-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL22V483000
Risk: A display that does not show critical information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the display's head unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2022-07-07
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
9 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.