The 2024 BMW i5 is associated with 20 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 7 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), accounting for 3 reports (15% of total complaints). EPA records certify all-electric efficiency of 85 to 105 MPGe with an estimated driving range of 240–295 miles across 6 certified vehicle configurations. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 20 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 7 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) (3 / 15%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 2 crash / 0 fire / 0 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 85–105 MPGe (6 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| i5 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 104 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 295 mi | $700 / yr |
| i5 eDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 99 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 99 MPGe | 278 mi | $750 / yr |
| i5 eDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 97 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 270 mi | $800 / yr |
| i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (19 inch Wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 90 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 91 MPGe | 256 mi | $850 / yr |
| i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (20 inch Wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 89 MPGe | 90 MPGe | 89 MPGe | 248 mi | $850 / yr |
| i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (21 inch Wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 85 MPGe | 86 MPGe | 85 MPGe | 240 mi | $900 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2024 BMW i5 provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 295 miles on a single battery charge.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2024 BMW i5.
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 i5 models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
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.
View all 2024 BMW i5 problems & component breakdown (17 categories) →
Affected Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.
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: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE
Defect Summary: BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
View all 2024 BMW i5 recalls & campaign history (7 campaigns) →