2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 recalls

2 safety recalls, 6 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
6Complaints
3Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 recall list

Electrical System recall

25V-906
December 23, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2025 I4 EDRIVE40 vehicle. The connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may become loose.
Safety risk
A loose positive battery cable connection could lead to the vehicle stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose battery cable can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
A dealer will check the positive battery cable connection and, if necessary, repair it, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed on February 13, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.

Electrical System recall

25V-395
July 23, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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.

2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 owner complaints

6 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Forward Collision Avoidance2
Steering2
Power Train2
Service Brakes1
Suspension1
Wheels1
Unknown or Other1
Lane Departure1
Back Over Prevention1

Recent complaints

February 9, 2026Service BrakesForward Collision AvoidanceCrash

On November 18, 2025, I was driving a 2025 BMW i4 eDrive, VIN [VIN], at approximately 10–15 mph in slow traffic. I applied the brake pedal firmly when the vehicle in front of me slowed, but the vehicle did not decelerate as expected. The vehicle continued moving forward, resulting in a rear-end collision with the car in front of me, which in turn struck another vehicle. Prior to this incident, the vehicle occasionally exhibited brief reductions in forward drive power that were subtle and initially attributed to drive mode (e.g., comfort/eco or battery status). At the time of the incident, the vehicle was subject to Safety Recall 25V-395, but I had not received any recall notification prior t

December 30, 2025Suspension

The contact owns a 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced pulling and skidding to the right. The contact stated that the vehicle became unsafe to drive and was a severe safety hazard to the driver and other motorists. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the failure was replicated. The dealer replaced the tires and performed a front-end alignment, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the dealer had replaced seven different tires and had performed 2 front-end alignments, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 22.

December 24, 2025SteeringWheelsUnknown or Other

I am writing to formally report a serious and ongoing safety defect with my BMW i4, present since the beginning of ownership. The vehicle pulls and skids to the right while driving and intermittently swerves, making it unsafe to operate and posing a clear risk to both myself and other road users. This is a safety-critical issue, not a comfort or preference concern. Despite repeated repair attempts, the defect remains unresolved. To date, the following actions have been taken without success: Six (6) tire replacements Two (2) wheel alignments Multiple inspections and service visits at BMW of West St. Louis All work was performed while the vehicle is under warranty, yet I have also incurred ou

September 12, 2025SteeringLane DepartureCrash

On September 10, 2025, while my son was driving, the lane assist system activated twice during a single drive without a cause. The first activation was manually corrected, but the second caused the vehicle to veer into a roadside barrier. There were no environmental or road condition that would justify the intervention. The vehicle was declared a total loss by our insurance provider. (Please see attached Vehicle Safety Complaint Report pdf for more detail) I am concerned this may reflect a defect in the lane assist system and could pose a risk to other drivers. I am requesting NHTSA investigate whether similar incidents have been reported.

May 22, 2025Power TrainBack Over PreventionForward Collision AvoidanceCrash

While parking the car it accelerated up over the curb and into the bushes in an office parking lot. The sudden unintended acceleration occurred in B mode with the automatic cruise control system setting to follow the posted speed limit when activated. The cruise control was not activated by the driver at the time of incident. The car went from 0mph to full acceleration while the parking distance system was activated. I am reporting this issue to make others aware of the accident, in case a similar issue happens with other cars. The car is new and only has about 250 miles on it at the time of accident. The insurance company has received the initial claims info and is fixing the car. No warnin

2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 recall FAQ

Does the 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40. The most recent, filed December 23, 2025, concerns the electrical system.

What are the most common 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 problems?

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is forward collision avoidance (2 reports), followed by steering.

Is the 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40 safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40?

Contact any authorized BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.