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BMW Ix problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Ix from 2022 to 2025: 114 owner complaints and 28 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2023 (38), 2024 (33), 2022 (30). Best fuel economy: 87 mpg combined (2025).

BMW Ix
Photo: Mariordo · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical31
Forward collision avoidance28
Other / unknown18
Speed control / throttle15
Brakes13
Airbags13
Transmission & drivetrain12
Backup camera11

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2022113086
2023123886
202443386
202511387

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the BMW Ix?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2023 (38), 2024 (33), 2022 (30).

How many recalls has the BMW Ix had?

Across 2022–2025, NHTSA lists 28 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).