Verdict
2025 BMW i4: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2025 BMW i4 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most sedan.
Owners filed 12 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 73% of 2025 sedans. Electrical System leads the reports (17%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2025 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
12
Reports to NHTSA, 2025
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
102.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 73% of 2025 sedans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2025 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (17% of 12 reports), followed by power train (17%).
+ 1 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 12 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11748149, ODI 11742560.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 117 | 114 | 116 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 113 | 111 | 112 |
| i4 eDrive35 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 108 | 104 | 106 |
| i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 106 | 103 | 104 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch Wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 99 | 103 | 101 |
| i4 xDrive40 Gran Coupe (19 inch Wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 93 | 95 | 94 |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 93 | 96 | 94 |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 80 | 80 | 80 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
Before you buy
Useful next checks
Federal records tell you about patterns. These checks can tell you more about the specific car in front of you.
These are affiliate links. TireKick may earn a fee if you use one.
Compare model years
"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2025 BMW i4: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2025 BMW i4?
Owners filed 12 NHTSA complaints about the 2025 BMW i4 — more complaints than 73% of comparable 2025 sedans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2025 BMW i4?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (17% of complaints) and power train (17%).
How many recalls does the 2025 BMW i4 have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2025 BMW i4 as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2025 BMW i4 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 BMW i4 between 80 and 116 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.