2023 BMW I4: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 BMW I4: 7 recalls, 45 owner complaints and up to 113 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #22V944000 · 2022 · 14,086 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software May cause an interruption of electrical power.
Why it matters: An interruption of electrical power May result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023.
Forward collision avoidance, Backup camera Vehicle recall #23V026000 · 2023 · 3,431 vehicles
What's wrong: During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit May experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "minimum sound requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles."
Why it matters: Without external warning sounds, pedestrians May be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the external artificial sound generator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V118000 · 2023 · 120 vehicles
What's wrong: During a service visit, a replacement electronic control unit (ECU) May have been installed with incorrect programming, which can cause the automatic door locking (adl) function to not lock the doors as intended.
Why it matters: Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion May open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V295000 · 2023 · 31 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit May have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.
Why it matters: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V449000 · 2023 · 69 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery combined charging unit (ccu) May not have been manufactured correctly, resulting in improperly connected and/or assembled components inside the ccu.
Why it matters: An improperly connected or assembled ccu can interrupt electrical power while driving and result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit (ccu), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V470000 · 2025 · 136 vehicles
What's wrong: The high-voltage battery cell modules May not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
Why it matters: Battery module failure May lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V395000 · 2025 · 71,286 vehicles
What's wrong: The electric drive motor software May shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (18): the most common themes are electrical failure (9), stalls / loses power (5), warning light on (3).
- Other / unknown (12): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2), electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (11): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (4), stalls / loses power (4).
- Brakes (7): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (3).
The 2023 BMW I4 has 45 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 3 I4 model years for complaints (1.7× the average I4 year). Complaints peaked in 2023 (18 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 16,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (10 complaints, 8 recalls), 2024 (26 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (250 kW EESM) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 115e | 111e | 113e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 109e | 108e | 109e | Electricity |
| Electric (250 kW EESM) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 107e | 102e | 105e | Electricity |
| Electric (250 kW EESM) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 100e | 98e | 99e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 94e | 98e | 96e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 79e | 80e | 80e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 BMW I4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2023 BMW I4. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 BMW I4 problems?
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (18), other / unknown (12), transmission & drivetrain (11).
What gas mileage does the 2023 BMW I4 get?
EPA ratings run up to 113 mpg combined, across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2023 BMW I4 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.