NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW I8 Safety Record
The 2019 BMW I8 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
For the 2019 BMW i8, no federal crash-test ratings are available; NHTSA has not evaluated this vehicle. Consequently, it carries no Safety Index score and no star ratings for frontal, side, or rollover protection. The federal record does show a minimal recall burden, with two campaigns addressing hybrid and electrical systems. No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 i8. This lack of crash-test data means that its structural integrity and occupant protection performance cannot be assessed through federal sources.
The 2019 BMW I8 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.
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 | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 BMW I8?
The 2019 BMW i8 has no federal crash test data available for evaluation. Neither the model year in question nor any sibling years appear in the NHTSA database, leaving no structural or occupant-protection benchmark from federal sources. The vehicle does sit in the Light recall and complaint burden band. This reflects two open recall campaigns and zero owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Both recalls originate from the vehicle's electrified powertrain: one addresses a circuit board fault within the hybrid propulsion system, and the other targets a broader electrical equipment concern shared with other BMW plug-in models from that period. The absence of owner complaints may reflect low sales volume as much as it indicates a lack of reported issues.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 BMW I8 have any recalls?
The 2019 BMW I8 is covered by two federal recall campaigns. The first addresses a circuit board problem within the electric motor in the hybrid propulsion system, a campaign that also covers the 2019 i3 BEV and i3 REx. The second targets an electrical equipment issue and spans several BMW plug-in hybrid and battery-electric models from the 2018 model year forward. Neither recall notice in the data block specifies a park-outside or do-not-drive instruction, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM19V599000
Risk: A shut down of high-voltage electrical power would result in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2019-08-14
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL18V652000
Risk: An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2018-09-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 BMW I8?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2019 BMW I8, meaning no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged through the federal complaint system for this model year. Because complaints are unverified consumer allegations, zero filings reflects the absence of reported concerns in the federal database, not a verified safety certification.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 BMW I8?
NHTSA data for the 2019 BMW i8 reveals two open recalls, both critical to vehicle operation and safety. Prospective owners should conduct a VIN-specific recall check at nhtsa.gov to confirm that these campaigns, addressing the hybrid propulsion system and electrical equipment, have been completed. An unremedied recall transfers with the vehicle's title.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2019 BMW I8, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year and none can be inferred.
- Two recall campaigns cover the 2019 I8, both tied to its electrified powertrain: one for a circuit board fault in the hybrid propulsion system and one for a broader electrical equipment concern affecting multiple BMW plug-in models.
- Zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 BMW I8, meaning no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged in the federal complaint database for this model year.
- Shoppers and current owners should use the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to determine whether the recall remedies on a specific 2019 I8 have been completed, as remedy status varies by individual vehicle.
FAQ2019 BMW I8 safety questions
Was the 2019 BMW I8 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 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 BMW I8 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 BMW I8. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 BMW I8?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 BMW I8. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW I8 2019.
- 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.