2022 BMW I4 Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 5,800miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 81 do-not-drive
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 99 MPGecombined, Electric RWD · 100 city / 98 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 BMW I4 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2022 BMW I4. The part named most often is electrical system, with 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by back-over prevention (2) and forward collision avoidance (2). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 5,800 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns (1 marked do-not-drive) and 94 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 7 recall campaigns covering the traction battery and 39 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Back-over prevention complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system4 40%
- Other or unknown2 20%
- Tires2 20%
- Air bags1 10%
- Engine1 10%
- Lane departure1 10%
- Steering1 10%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “My BmW I4 M50 was parked and turned off. While I was behind the wheel the car. Suddenly the car took off and hit a curb and went thru some trees. I took my cat to creviar bmw and an engineer from bmw came to check out the vehicle. The engineer checked out the car, BMW had my car for 3 and half weeks and after told me nothing was wrong with the car. I don’t trust bmw. This is my second EV. I think BMW is trying to cover up the issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11527330, filed 2023-06Back-over prevention (rear camera): “Oct 19, 2022, I was driving my 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40 when it flashed notification that Driver Assistance permanently Restricted and it affected the Adaptive Cruise Control and the Lane Departure warning. There were a total of 3 occurrence that these Notifications were flashed on the cars Touch screen. Then on Oct 24, 2022, I dropped off this vehicle at the BMW of Monrovia where they observed and diagnosed the car. On Oct 27, 2022, I was informed that they have to replace 2 (Parking Distance Control) PDC SENSORS for assistance warning light. …”
NHTSA complaint #11492214, filed 2022-11Forward collision avoidance: “The contact owns a 2022 BMW I4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V026000 (Back Over Prevention, Forward Collision Avoidance) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.”
NHTSA complaint #11512064, filed 2023-03Other or unknown: “The door to access the charging port stopped opening leaving me stranded unable to get home or to a dealer for repair. If this happened on a highway I would be terrified”
NHTSA complaint #11609217, filed 2024-08Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 5,800 and 5,800 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 BMW I4 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); for electric versions it is the cost of electricity and the rating is in MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) AWD | Electric | single-speed | 94 | 98 | 96 MPGe | $800 |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) AWD | Electric | single-speed | 79 | 80 | 80 MPGe | $950 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) RWD | Electric | single-speed | 109 | 108 | 109 MPGe | $700 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) RWD | Electric | single-speed | 100 | 98 | 99 MPGe | $750 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction batteryCovers: BMW I4 2022, IX 2022–2023
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.
- 25V395000Jul 23, 2025Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction motor › Controller › SoftwareCovers: BMW I4 2022–2025, IX 2022–2024, I7 2023–2024 +2 more
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.
- 25V470000Jul 16, 2025Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction batteryCovers: BMW I4 2022–2023, IX 2022–2025, I7 2023–2024
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
- 23V449000Jun 28, 2023Electrical system › Propulsion system › Hybrid managementCovers: BMW I4 2022–2023, IX 2022–2023, 760I 2023
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i760 xDrive hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU) may not have been manufactured correctly, resulting…
- 23V118000Feb 23, 2023Electrical system › Body control module › SoftwareCovers: BMW I4 2022–2023, M440I 2022–2023, 430I 2022–2023 +4 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, 330e, 330e xDrive, 430i Convertible, 430i xDrive, M440i, 2022-2023 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. During a service…
- 23V026000Jan 25, 2023Forward collision avoidance › Warnings › External/pedestrian alertCovers: BMW I4 2022–2023, IX 2022–2023
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive40 and iX xDrive50 electric vehicles. During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning…
See all 8 recalls for the 2022 BMW I4 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 94 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11031566Apr 23, 2026Body and structure. While driving on rough surfaces, a “tapping” noise can be heard from the tailgate area
- 11030059Mar 6, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. The customer states there is a Drivetrain Malfunction message displayed in the instrument cluster. In addition, the following fault memory entries are saved in the CCU (Combined Charging Unit)…
- 11029046Feb 25, 2026Engine. There is coolant leaking from under the car Low heater output Possible Check Control message “Drive, you can continue driving” (ID49) Possible fault codes stored in these BEV vehicles: 224163…
- 11026956Dec 22, 2025Electrical system. A faulty electric auxiliary heater may have been installed in the certain vehicles. This could result in thefailure of the electric auxiliary heater, utilized for the vehicle interior.
- 11026957Dec 16, 2025Other or unknown. Insufficient cooling power in the passenger area. The following faults may be stored: 0380CA - Malfunction or electrical fault of the heat pump circuit expansion valve detected E70C51 - Heat pump…
- 11025830Dec 1, 2025Steering. In certain driving situations there can be a loss of traction or wheel slip followed by a throttle or torque requirement that can potentially damage the axle shafts. Damage of the drive shaft can…
- 11025684Nov 11, 2025Other or unknown. Insufficient cooling power in the passenger area. The following faults may be stored: 0380CA - Malfunction or electrical fault of the heat pump circuit expansion valve detected E70C51 - Heat pump…
- 11025669Nov 11, 2025Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. RSU availability. BMW AG is conducting a Service Action on certain Model Year 2025 - 2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 17, 2021 – November 6, 2025. In certain driving situations…
- 11022362Aug 26, 2025Electrical system. A faulty electric auxiliary heater may have been installed in the certain vehicles. This could result in thefailure of the electric auxiliary heater, utilized for the vehicle interior.
- 11016419Mar 31, 2025Engine. There is coolant leaking from under the car Low heater output Possible Check Control message “Drive, you can continue driving” (ID49) Possible fault codes stored in these BEV vehicles: 224163…
Other model years of the BMW I4
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26 | 1,000 | 3 | — | 109 MPGe | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 46 | 16,000 | 7 | — | 105 MPGe | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2022 | 10 | 5,800 | 8 | — | 99 MPGe | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 BMW I4 have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2022 BMW I4 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 BMW I4 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by back-over prevention with 2.
Has the 2022 BMW I4 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year, 1 of them with a do-not-drive advisory. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How efficient is the 2022 BMW I4 according to the EPA?
The EPA rates the 2022 BMW I4 (i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels), Electric) at 99 MPGe combined, 100 city and 98 highway, with an estimated annual electricity cost of $750 at 15,000 miles a year. Other battery and motor versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 BMW I4 reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 5,800 miles and the middle half falls between 5,800 and 5,800 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.