Model year 2024 · BMW

2024 BMW i4 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2024 BMW i4. The most recent was reported on July 23, 2025. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: I4, I4 M50.

NHTSA data through October 6, 2026 · How these pages are built

Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2024 BMW i4, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
25V395000	July 23, 2025	Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Motor › Controller › Software
24V611000	August 15, 2024	Structure › Frame And Members
24V135000	February 23, 2024	Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery

Systems involved: Electrical System (2) · Structure (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 25V395000

Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Motor › Controller › Software

Report received by NHTSA: July 23, 2025
Owner notification: August 8, 2025
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 71,286 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: I4

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V395000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V611000

Structure › Frame And Members

Report received by NHTSA: August 15, 2024
Owner notification: October 14, 2024
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 1,150 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: I4, I4 M50

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

Reduced structural integrity may result in damage to the high voltage battery during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V611000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V135000

Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery

Report received by NHTSA: February 23, 2024
Owner notification: February 16, 2024
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 4 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: I4, I4 M50

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V135000, filed by BMW of North America, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: July 23, 2025.