2024 BMW I4 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other I4 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW I4. That ranks 2nd out of 3 I4 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (7 complaints, 27%). Complaints mention 8 crashes, 3 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
_%E2%80%93_f_18042025.jpg){kind=link}
- 26owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2024 BMW I4 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 27% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 19% | 500 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 15% | 500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 15% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 4% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 4% | 500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 4% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2024 BMW I4 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction motor:controller:software
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Structure:frame and members
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 eDrive40, xDrive40, and M50 vehicles. The left-side longitudinal beam may crack, compromising the structural integrity of the chassis.
Risk: Reduced structural integrity may result in damage to the high voltage battery during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left-side longitudinal beam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles. The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.
Risk: An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
On July 4th, 2026 we were driving home in a storm. The windshield wipers failed while in the automatic setting, completely shutting off, creating a safety hazard. We pulled to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. Afther the reboot they had resarted, but agian failed within ten minutes…
Sunroof spontaneously exploded with no sign of impact
As I was easing my 2024 BMW i4 xDrive40 onto Church Street from a cross street on May 11, 2026, my car suddenly accelerated and crashed into the car in front of me. The acceleration was "un-commanded." The accident occured a bit before 2:20 pm. Driving conditions were ideal. I had the car in Eco…
am writing to report an incident involving my vehicle. While entering my driveway, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated and did not recognize that the garage door was closed. As a result, the vehicle collided with the closed garage door and subsequently struck the structural beam on the wall near…
I had a rear-end collision on [XXX}. The car was scheduled for repair on 3/19/2026. On [XXX] at ~70,000 miles, my 2024 BMW i4 eDrive35 (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced a drivetrain malfunction with reduced speed. The dealership diagnosed an internally faulty A/C compressor with metal shavings…
Other BMW I4 years
See all BMW I4 problems by year, every BMW model, or the BMW VIN decoder.
Similar BMW models
Embed this 2024 BMW I4 badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW I4?
Owners most often report unknown or other, power train, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2024 BMW I4?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2024 BMW I4 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other I4 model years, the 2024 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.