BMW I5 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 28 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the BMW I5, across 2 model years (2024–2025). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (20). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
BMW I5 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No I5 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 I5 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW I5 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 I5 | 8 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2024 I5 | 20 | 7 | — | Electronic Stability Control (esc) |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW I5 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2024 (20), 2025 (8). 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 I5?
Electrical System, with 8 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW I5 have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.