NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW Ix Safety Record
The 2023 BMW Ix has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 12 recalls and 37 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW iX has no crash-test ratings from the federal program, as NHTSA has not evaluated this model. While this absence of data does not indicate whether the vehicle is safe or unsafe, the iX carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band. Owners have filed 37 complaints, and NHTSA has issued 12 recall campaigns for the 2023 iX, including one directive to park outside or not drive the vehicle. This record warrants close attention from consumers.
The 2023 BMW iX was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is the subject of 12 NHTSA recall campaigns, 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 | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 12 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 37 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW Ix?
For the 2023 BMW iX, a dozen recall campaigns define its safety profile, placing it in the Heavy recall and complaint burden band. The most critical of these is the recall campaign addressing the high-voltage battery cell, which included advisories to park outside or avoid driving. Prospective owners should verify the completion of this specific recall. Propulsion and electrical architecture are the primary focus of these campaigns, with both the traction battery and motor controller software requiring multiple distinct actions. Owner complaints number 37, with 12 alleging issues with airbags and 8 concerning forward collision avoidance systems. No other model years have been tested by NHTSA for comparative crash-safety data. The elevated recall and complaint activity, rather than crash-test results, places the 2023 iX in this safety burden category.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW Ix have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW iX carries 12 recall campaigns. Components addressed include the traction motor controller software, the high-voltage traction battery, hybrid management software, cruise control reactivation behavior, and additional traction battery concerns. One campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, tied to the high-voltage battery cell issue, which represents the most operationally urgent action in this model year's recall 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
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL23V409000
Risk: A sudden increase in vehicle speed can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-06-07
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY23V295000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-04-26
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL23V079000
Risk: A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-02-14
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 SYSTEM22V741000
Risk: The gear weld seam could break, resulting in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: A dealer will replace the electric drive unit, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 30, 2022. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed November 28, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2022-10-05
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
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE22V240000
Risk: An air bag malfunction indicator light that fails to warn the driver of a problem increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2022-04-13
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW Ix?
Owners of the 2023 BMW iX have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA, all of which are unverified allegations. The most frequently reported components are Air Bags (12 reports), Unknown or Other (10), Forward Collision Avoidance (8), Electrical System (7), Vehicle Speed Control (3), and Fuel/Propulsion System (2). Six alleged injuries are included in that total.
37 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW Ix?
The 2023 BMW iX carries a significant recall burden: 12 campaigns have been issued. Of particular note for prospective owners, one of these recalls includes a park-outside directive. It is critical that any 2023 iX under consideration for purchase have its VIN checked against the free NHTSA recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to confirm all applicable recalls have been addressed.
- The 2023 BMW iX has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year.
- One of the 12 recall campaigns for this model year carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive linked to a high-voltage traction battery cell concern, making VIN-level recall verification a critical step before operating the vehicle.
- Among the 37 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 12 allege air bag issues and 8 allege problems with forward collision avoidance, both systems directly relevant to crash-mitigation performance.
- Multiple recall campaigns address the traction motor controller software and high-voltage battery, reflecting recurring federal safety attention to the core electrical propulsion architecture specific to this model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 BMW Ix places
The 2023 BMW Ix qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 BMW Ix safety questions
Was the 2023 BMW Ix 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 12 recalls and 37 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW Ix have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 12 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 BMW Ix, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW Ix?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 37 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 BMW Ix. 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 Ix 2023.
- 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.