Is the BMW i4 Reliable?

20222026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

76/100
Good

Reliability Score

15
Total Recalls
59
Owner Complaints
11
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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BMW i4 Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
2026Not enough data
202506
79
Good
20242122
82
Excellent
20236329
66
Good
202279
75
Good

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the i4 Compares to Similar Vehicles

BMW i476/100
Hybrid Category Average74/100

The i4 scores 2 points above the average hybrid — a strong result.

Known BMW i4 Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
11
POWER TRAIN
9
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
8
SERVICE BRAKES
5
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
4
STEERING
3

Based on 59 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BMW i4 reliable?+

The BMW i4 scores 76/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 5 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 15 recall campaigns and 59 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year i4 is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2024 i4 achieved the highest reliability score of 82/100 with 2 recalls and 12 complaints.

How many miles does a i4 last?+

With consistent maintenance, most BMW i4 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used i4 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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