2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 recalls and problems

The 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 has 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

3 / 0

Injuries / deaths

0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 recalls

Recall 25V-906: Electrical System

Reported Dec 23, 2025 · 1 vehicles affected · 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.

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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 25V-395: Electrical System

Reported Jul 23, 2025 · 71,286 vehicles affected · 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.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	2
Forward Collision Avoidance	2
Steering	2
Back Over Prevention	1
Lane Departure	1
Wheels	1
Unknown or Other	1
Suspension	1
Service Brakes	1

Most reported parts

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
Lane Departure › Assist — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 22 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Feb 9, 2026

On November 18, 2025, I was driving a 2025 BMW i4 eDrive, VIN [VIN], at approximately 10â15 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…

Suspension · at 22 miles · reported Dec 30, 2025

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…

Steering · reported Dec 24, 2025

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…

Lane Departure · reported Sep 12, 2025

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…

Forward Collision Avoidance · reported May 22, 2025

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…

Other BMW I4 Edrive40 years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40: 25V-906 (electrical system), 25V-395 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40?

Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 22 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.