BMW i4 years to avoid and best years
There are not enough BMW i4 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2022 has the most complaints per year, at 3 (9 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, 2022 has the fewest complaints per year, at 3, from 9 complaints. The BMW i4 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2022 BMW i4, 2 of 9 complaints name Tires.
Data as of .
BMW i4 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market BMW i4. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 101.3 |
| 2025 Too early | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 100.9 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 102.8 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 7 | — | 100.3 |
| 2022 → Most | 3 | 9 | 8 | Tires | 96 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Liftback
- Tire size
- 225/50R18, 245/40R19, 255/35R20, 255/40R19 (trim-dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 25V395000 covers certain 2022-2025 i4 vehicles (with 2022-2024 iX, 2023-2024 i7, and 2024 i5; ~71,286 units total) where electric drive-motor software may shut down the high-voltage system and cause loss of drive power; dealers update software. Recall 22V944000 covers certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive35/eDrive40/M50 models (with iX and 2023 i7 xDrive60; ~14,086 units) for high-voltage battery ECU software. Recall 24V611000 covers certain 2024 i4 eDrive40, xDrive40, and M50 vehicles (~1,150 units) where the left-side longitudinal beam may crack. Recall 23V026000 covers certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive40 vehicles (with iX xDrive50; ~3,431 units) where the artificial sound generator may fail at start-up.
Frequently asked questions
Which BMW i4 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, 2022 has the fewest complaints per year, at 3, from 9 complaints.
Which BMW i4 year has the most owner complaints?
2022 has the most complaints per year, at 3 (9 complaints). On the 2022 BMW i4, 2 of 9 complaints name Tires.
How do BMW i4 owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough BMW i4 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
Which BMW i4 years are too early to compare?
The BMW i4 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
Does the BMW i4 use engine oil?
US models are battery-electric; there is no engine oil change. Follow the owner manual for coolant, brake fluid, and other EV service items.
What tire sizes fit a US BMW i4?
Common US fitments include front size 225/50R18, 245/40R19, 255/35R20, 255/40R19 (trim-dependent); sizes vary by trim—confirm on the door jamb placard.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US BMW i4?
Recall 25V395000 covers certain 2022-2025 i4 vehicles (with 2022-2024 iX, 2023-2024 i7, and 2024 i5; ~71,286 units total) where electric drive-motor software may shut down the high-voltage system and cause loss of drive power; dealers update software. Recall 22V944000 covers certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive35/eDrive40/M50 models (with iX and 2023 i7 xDrive60; ~14,086 units) for high-voltage battery ECU software. Recall 24V611000 covers certain 2024 i4 eDrive40, xDrive40, and M50 vehicles (~1,150 units) where the left-side longitudinal beam may crack. Recall 23V026000 covers…