NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 BMW Ix Safety Record
The 2024 BMW Ix has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 31 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 BMW iX has not undergone federal crash testing; thus, it carries no NHTSA star ratings or a computed Safety Index from our publication. Its safety profile is therefore incomplete based on federal data. The vehicle's record does show four recall campaigns addressing electrical propulsion and cruise control systems. Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA, some alleging crashes and injuries. This data warrants review for any prospective buyer, but without crash-test results, a full safety assessment remains pending.
The 2024 BMW iX was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band, and is named in four recall campaigns 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 | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 31 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 BMW Ix?
The 2024 BMW iX, an all-electric platform, recorded four recalls and 31 unverified owner complaints, placing it in the Moderate burden band. Two of these recalls address the high-voltage battery and traction motor controller, components critical to an electric vehicle's propulsion. A third recall targets cruise control function in performance trims. Owner complaints show a concentration in the Electrical System, with 13 reports. Additionally, 9 complaints concern Forward Collision Avoidance and 8 relate to Service Brakes, indicating owner concerns span both powertrain and active-safety features. The complaint data includes 13 reported crashes and 10 reported injuries; while these are unverified allegations, they underscore the importance of checking open recall status prior to purchase. No crash-test data for the 2024 model or any sibling years are available for comparative safety assessment.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 BMW Ix have any recalls?
The 2024 BMW iX is named in four recall campaigns. Two address the electrical propulsion system, one targeting traction motor controller software and one targeting high-voltage battery cell concerns. A third recall covers the traction battery on xDrive50 and M60 trims. A fourth targets cruise control on those same trims, where a driver may unintentionally reactivate the system. No data block language specifies a park-outside or do-not-drive directive for this model year, but owners should verify current remedy status at nhtsa.gov.
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
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 BMW Ix?
The 2024 BMW iX has 31 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, all unverified allegations. The most frequently cited components are the Electrical System with 13 reports, Forward Collision Avoidance with 9, and Service Brakes with 8. Back Over Prevention and Vehicle Speed Control also appear. Among the allegations are 13 reported crashes and 10 reported injuries.
31 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 BMW Ix?
Any used 2024 BMW iX buyer should run the vehicle's VIN through nhtsa.gov before purchase to identify any open recalls that have not yet been remedied by the selling party. Recall repairs are performed at no charge by the manufacturer, but only after the owner registers the vehicle or is notified.
- The 2024 BMW iX has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year.
- Four recall campaigns affect the 2024 iX, with two targeting the high-voltage battery or traction motor controller software and one addressing unintended cruise control reactivation on xDrive50 and M60 trims.
- Owners have filed 31 unverified complaints with NHTSA, including allegations involving the Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance, and Service Brakes, with 13 reported crashes and 10 reported injuries among those filings.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify open recall status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as remedy completion status can vary from unit to unit within the same model year.
FAQ2024 BMW Ix safety questions
Was the 2024 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 4 recalls and 31 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW Ix have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 BMW Ix. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 BMW Ix?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 31 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 BMW Ix. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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 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.