The software in your i4, IX, I7, or I5 controls how the electric motor moves your vehicle. In some 2022-2024 models, this software could shut down the high-voltage system, stopping your car's power.
Risk if Unfixed
If the system shuts down, you'll lose power to your wheels, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your motor for free, either over the air or in-person. This update is a no-cost fix, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
The high-voltage battery in your BMW is a critical component that powers your vehicle. In some 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 models, the battery cells might not have been assembled correctly, putting extra stress on the module.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery module fails, it could shut down the high-voltage system, causing your vehicle to lose power and potentially making it harder to control. This could lead to a crash, and there's also a risk of a fire.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty high-voltage battery cell modules for free. You'll receive two notices: one now, explaining the issue, and another in December 2025 when the repair is ready to be done.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The high-voltage battery in your vehicle is like a powerful energy storage system that helps power the car's electric motor. In some affected 2022-2024 iX and 2023 i4 models, the electrical connections to the battery may not be secure, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the electrical connections fail, your engine could stall while you're driving, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery cell monitoring circuit to ensure a safe and reliable connection – all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and 2023 i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 Hybrid Electric vehicles. The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit may have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Your iX's cruise control system is designed to help you maintain a set speed, but in certain 2022-2024 models, it could get stuck on without you realizing it.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your car could suddenly speed up on its own while you're turning, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your vehicle's computer to prevent this issue from happening, and it's completely free. You should schedule the update as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and iX M60 vehicles. The driver may unintentionally reactivate the cruise control system while turning the steering wheel at low speeds, resulting in a sudden increase of vehicle speed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A sudden increase in vehicle speed can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
