BMW I4 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 81 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the BMW I4, across 3 model years (2022–2024). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (45). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
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BMW I4 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No I4 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW I4 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 25 | 3 | 3 |
| Power Train | 17 | 3 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 | 3 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Engine | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Tires | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW I4 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 I4 | 26 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2023 I4 | 45 | 7 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2022 I4 | 10 | 8 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW I4 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (45), 2024 (26), 2022 (10). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW I4?
Electrical System, with 25 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW I4 have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.