NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2025 BMW I7 Safety Record
The 2025 BMW I7 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2025 BMW I7 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA. This means the model carries no star ratings for overall safety, frontal crash, side crash, or rollover risk. Consequently, our Safety Index score for the 2025 I7 cannot be computed. The federal record does show a light recall and complaint burden for this model year, with one recall campaign and one owner complaint reported to NHTSA. This data provides a narrow view of the vehicle's potential safety profile, but the absence of comprehensive crash-test results leaves significant aspects of its safety unassessed.
The 2025 BMW I7 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign covering its Electronic Stability Control system, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
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 | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 BMW I7?
The 2025 BMW I7 has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving a gap in its safety profile; no sibling years have been tested by NHTSA either, precluding comparative analysis. Its "Light" burden band designation indicates a low volume of recalls and complaints relative to other vehicles tracked by NHTSA, but this should be interpreted cautiously for a model so recently introduced. The single recall on record concerns Electronic Stability Control, affecting a broader multi-brand, multi-year population, not a defect specific to the I7. One owner complaint has been filed, citing issues across Air Bags, Service Brakes, and Forward Collision Avoidance. While this tally is minimal, the limited time the vehicle has been in service may contribute to the low complaint volume, rather than an inherent absence of issues. The "Light" band classification speaks to volume, not to an assessment of safety itself.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 BMW I7 have any recalls?
The 2025 BMW I7 is covered by one recall campaign targeting the Electronic Stability Control system, issued as part of a broader action covering certain 2023 through 2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. The DATA block contains no park-outside or do-not-drive directive for this campaign, but owners should verify current remedy status and any interim instructions through the NHTSA VIN lookup 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
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 BMW I7?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2025 BMW I7. The unverified allegation touches three components: Air Bags, Service Brakes, and Forward Collision Avoidance. The report also notes one alleged crash and one alleged injury. These are unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA, not established facts.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 BMW I7?
Any buyer of a used 2025 BMW i7 should confirm that the Electronic Stability Control recall has been remedied on that specific unit. This can be done by running the vehicle's VIN through the free NHTSA recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- The 2025 BMW I7 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, targeting the Electronic Stability Control system as part of a broader multi-brand campaign covering certain 2023 through 2025 vehicles; owners should verify remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2025 BMW I7, alleging concerns with Air Bags, Service Brakes, and Forward Collision Avoidance, along with one reported crash and one reported injury; these are unverified allegations.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects low recall and complaint volume only and cannot be read as a crash-safety rating or compared to the Safety Index of a tested vehicle.
FAQ2025 BMW I7 safety questions
Was the 2025 BMW I7 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 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 BMW I7 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 BMW I7. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 BMW I7?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2025 BMW I7. 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 I7 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.