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BMW Ix Safety
NHTSA safety across every BMW Ix model year we cover.
Across the 4 model years of the BMW Ix we cover (2022 to 2025), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 28 recalls have been issued across those years.
The BMW iX is a flagship all-electric SUV competing at the top of the premium large-SUV segment, aimed squarely at tech-forward luxury buyers who want a zero-emission daily driver without sacrificing refinement or presence. Offered in xDrive50, M60, and xDrive40 configurations across the 2022 to 2025 model years, it represents BMW's most ambitious EV statement to date and carries a price tag to match that ambition.
The BMW iX, across its 2022 to 2025 model years, presents a safety profile with significant gaps in federal oversight. NHTSA has not conducted crash tests on the iX for any of these model years. This absence of star ratings leaves consumers without a key independent measure of crashworthiness. The recall record for the iX is extensive, with 28 recalls issued across the four model years. Two of these campaigns received NHTSA's most urgent classification: "park outside" or "do not drive" directives, indicating safety defects severe enough to warrant immediate action. This high recall count, particularly considering the vehicle's low volume, is a notable concern. Owner complaints total 109. Among these, 33 alleged crashes and 19 reported injuries appear. While these are unverified allegations, the proportion of crash and injury claims within the total complaint volume is higher than typically observed. The iX's safety data, as published by federal agencies, registers one of the weaker profiles among premium electric vehicles. Any prospective buyer should confirm that all open recalls have been addressed prior to purchase.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the iX for its serene, whisper-quiet cabin, high-quality interior materials, and composed, confidence-inspiring driving dynamics. The swooping exterior design draws divided opinions, but the spacious interior and intuitive iDrive interface earn consistent approval. Most reviewers position it as a strong value proposition within the ultra-premium EV space, though some note that the driving experience prioritizes comfort over sportiness.
- The iX has not been crash-tested by NHTSA for any model year from 2022 to 2025, meaning no federal star ratings exist to help benchmark its structural safety against competitors.
- Twenty-eight recalls have been issued across the 2022 to 2025 model years, an elevated count for a relatively low-volume luxury vehicle, and two of those campaigns carry park-outside or do-not-drive designations, the most urgent level of safety directive NHTSA can issue.
- Owner complaints total 109, and 33 of those allege a crash while 19 allege an injury. These are unverified allegations, but the proportion of crash and injury claims within the complaint pool is higher than typical and is worth factoring into your decision.
- Before taking delivery of any used or new iX, confirm with a dealer or via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool that every open recall has been remedied, paying particular attention to any campaigns tied to the park-outside or do-not-drive classifications.
Most-recalled year on record: 2023 BMW Ix with 12 recalls.