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2024 BMW i4: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 42 complaints about the 2024 BMW i4 with NHTSA, and it has 3 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
42
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
3
on record
Fuel economy
120 MPGe
best version, EPA combined
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Electric, 276 mi range | Rear-Wheel Drive | 120 MPGe |
| Electric, 252 mi range | Rear-Wheel Drive | 110 MPGe |
| Electric, 307 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 109 MPGe |
| Electric, 301 mi range | Rear-Wheel Drive | 109 MPGe |
| Electric, 283 mi range | Rear-Wheel Drive | 100 MPGe |
| Electric, 279 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 99 MPGe |
| Electric, 269 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 95 MPGe |
| Electric, 227 mi range | 4-Wheel Drive | 80 MPGe |
Recalls
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Motor › Controller › SoftwareJul 23, 2025 · campaign 25V395000
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.
Structure › Frame And MembersAug 15, 2024 · campaign 24V611000
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.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction BatteryFeb 23, 2024 · campaign 24V135000
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.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Other years of the BMW i4
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Not rated yet |
| 2025 | Not rated yet |
| 2024 | Not rated yet |
| 2023 | Not rated yet |
| 2022 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2024 BMW i4 have?
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA: driver-assist & stability (12), transmission & drivetrain (5), body, glass & interior (5). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW i4 have?
3 recalls on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2024 BMW i4 get?
Up to 120 MPGe combined (EPA), depending on the engine.