2014 BMW I8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other I8 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2014 BMW I8. That ranks 3rd out of 7 I8 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 24,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 BMW I8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 100% | 24,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2014 BMW I8 recalls (1)
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Fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.
Risk: An inadequate weld of the bolt to the fuel tank could cause a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could lead to a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or [email protected].
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Rear suspension collapsed while driving. The car only has 24k miles since new. Bmw bulletin suggested replacement on both rear suspensions but no owners were informed of this manufacturing defect. Suspension failures should be categorized as critical life/safety recall items instead of just a…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW I8?
Owners most often report suspension problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2014 BMW I8?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 BMW I8 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other I8 model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.