| Powertrain Group | Engine / Drivetrain | City MPGe | Hwy MPGe | Combined MPGe | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| All-Electric AWD 100% Electric | All-Electric Dual/Single Motor Automatic (A1) • 4-Wheel Drive | 79.1967–93.5758 | 80.2397–97.5244 | 79.6627–95.3124 MPGe | 227–269 mi | $800–$950 / yr |
| Standard 100% Electric | All-Electric Dual/Single Motor Automatic (A1) • Rear-Wheel Drive | 97.6183–121.991 | 98.5994–118.6242 | 98.724–120.4526 MPGe | 252–307 mi | $650–$750 / yr |
Electric Range & Charging: The 2024 BMW i4 provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 307 miles on a single battery charge.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2024 BMW i4.
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2024 BMW i4 models.
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Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles. The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 eDrive40, xDrive40, and M50 vehicles. The left-side longitudinal beam may crack, compromising the structural integrity of the chassis.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left-side longitudinal beam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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