NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 BMW I5 Safety Record
The 2024 BMW I5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 7 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 BMW I5 has not been subjected to federal crash testing. This means no overall safety rating or sub-category star ratings are available to assess its crashworthiness. The vehicle's recall and complaint record, while not indicative of crash performance, presents a moderate burden. Six recall campaigns have been issued, addressing components including the electrical propulsion system, high-voltage battery, electronic stability control, and the pedestrian alert sound generator. Additionally, 20 owner complaints have been registered with NHTSA. Without crash-test data, a comprehensive safety assessment for the 2024 BMW I5 cannot be made.
The 2024 BMW I5 was not crash-tested by NHTSA and carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band based on six recall campaigns and 20 owner-reported complaints in the NHTSA federal database.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 7 |
| Owner complaints | 20 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 BMW I5?
No sibling model years of the I5 have undergone NHTSA crash testing, leaving no direct reference point for its crashworthiness within the nameplate. The 2024 BMW I5 registers in the Moderate recall and complaint burden band, an assessment derived from six recall campaigns and 20 unverified owner complaints. This designation does not reflect crash-safety measurement. A notable concentration of recalls targets safety-critical electronic systems: propulsion motor software, high-voltage battery integrity, and electronic stability control are each addressed in multiple campaigns. Additionally, one recall specific to this model year concerns the pedestrian acoustic alert on the i5 eDrive40 and i5 M60. Owner complaints largely mirror these recall themes, with braking and stability control concerns forming the most significant reported clusters. This Moderate rating should be interpreted solely as an indicator of recall and complaint volume, and not as a proxy for the vehicle's crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 BMW I5 have any recalls?
The six recall campaigns for the 2024 BMW I5 cover: the electric drive motor controller software across multiple BMW EV lines; the electronic stability control module shared with a broad range of 2023 to 2025 BMW models; a high-voltage battery module concern specific to the i5 eDrive40; a wider ESC recall spanning BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles; and a pedestrian alert sound generator that may fail to activate at start-up on the i5 eDrive40 and i5 M60. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the provided recall summaries, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE26V422000
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehic
Reported 2026-07-01
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
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE24V697000
Risk: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2024-09-18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V135000
Risk: An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2024-02-23
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)24V104000
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Reported 2024-02-12
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT23V885000
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 February 16, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This is an expansion of Recall 23V-026.
Reported 2023-12-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR23V700000
Risk: An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-10-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 BMW I5?
The 2024 BMW I5 has accumulated 20 owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, all of which are unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Service Brakes with 8 reports, Electronic Stability Control with 5 reports, and the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance systems each drawing additional reports. Two of the 20 complaints involve reported crash events; none allege fire, injury, or death.
20 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 BMW I5?
The 2024 BMW i5 is currently under six recall campaigns, a factor any prospective owner must consider. Before purchase, buyers should use the NHTSA recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov with the specific vehicle's VIN to verify the completion status of these outstanding actions. Recall repair status is not uniform across units.
- The 2024 BMW I5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this model year, and the absence of a rating carries no implication about crash performance in either direction.
- Six recall campaigns affect the 2024 BMW I5, with three directly involving the high-voltage electrical and propulsion systems, two addressing electronic stability control software, and one specific to the pedestrian acoustic alert generator on the eDrive40 and M60 trims.
- Twenty unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with Service Brakes, Electronic Stability Control, and the Electrical System representing the three most frequently alleged problem areas.
- Owners and prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to determine whether any of the six recall campaigns remain open and unaddressed on a specific 2024 BMW I5 unit.
FAQ2024 BMW I5 safety questions
Was the 2024 BMW I5 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 7 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW I5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 7 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 BMW I5. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 BMW I5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 20 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 BMW I5. 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 I5 2024.
- 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.