2025 BMW i4: common problems and reliability

The 2025 BMW i4 has 11 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are back over prevention and wheels. Owners most often flag severe depreciation — values described as falling dramatically, with a 2022 i4 m50 cited as dropping from ~£70,000 to ~£36,000 in approximately three years. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2025 model year

11
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
3
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2025 BMW i4 vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

back over prevention
2
wheels
2
forward collision avoidance
2
steering
2
power train
2

Recalls affecting the 2025 i4

electrical system:propulsion system:traction motor:controller:software

Campaign 25V395000

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.

electrical system:propulsion system: cables

Campaign 25V906000

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.

What owners say across generations

Positive sentiment overall, with owners frequently praising the vehicle's driving dynamics, build quality, and refinement. The i4 is consistently described as a "great car" that is "fun to drive," with a high-quality interior that outperforms many competitors

  • Severe depreciation — Values described as falling dramatically, with a 2022 i4 M50 cited as dropping from ~£70,000 to ~£36,000 in approximately three years. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Uncomfortable driver's seat — Specifically noted as not comfortable for long drives, with both Sensatec and Vernasca leather options cited. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Wireless charger malfunction — Described as nearly useless, overheating phones, and charging slower than the phone's battery depletes during navigation use. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Phone-as-a-key system unreliability — Requires touching phone to door handle and often takes multiple attempts to work, leading owners to carry the physical key fob. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Body flex and frameless window issues — Noticeable flex over bumps, attributed to the frameless windows and large hatchback design. Frequency: isolated.

Owner insights cover all generations of the i4.

Typical used price

Used i4 listings typically run $31,723–$44,407 across 2023 to 2026 model years.

Other i4 model years

2024 i4
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