BMW i4 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every BMW i4 model year (2022–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
BMW i4 Years to Avoid
8 recalls · 9 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: TIRES
Problem score: 37
7 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 21
3 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 9
Best BMW i4 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
3 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 9
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BMW i4 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 9 | Good |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 | 21 | Caution |
| 2022 | 8 | 9 | 37 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
BMW i4 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent i4 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year i4 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2022 BMW i4 if possible. It has 8 recalls, 9 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is TIRES. The overall problem score is 37 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year i4 to buy?+
The 2025 BMW i4 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which i4 has the fewest problems?+
The 2025, 2026, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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