The 2023 BMW i7 has 8 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are service brakes and forward collision avoidance. Owners most often flag severe depreciation and poor sales reception — described as a "monumental flop," leading to deep discounts and high inventory. frequency: very frequent.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
8
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
2
Crash reports
0
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 BMW i7 vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
service brakes
4
forward collision avoidance
3
hydraulic
2
electronic stability control (esc)
2
electrical system
2
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear divide between strong appreciation for its luxury, technology, and driving experience, and significant criticism regarding its styling, market reception, and specific reliability concerns. The vehicle is consistently praised as a "
Severe depreciation and poor sales reception — described as a "monumental flop," leading to deep discounts and high inventory. Frequency: very frequent.
Exterior styling criticism — specifically the front-end design and large grilles are frequently called "hideous" and a turn-off. Frequency: very frequent.
Electrical and mechanical reliability concerns — isolated reports of a transmission failure at 14,000 miles and an engine replacement at 32,000 miles on a 2023 model. Broader concerns about "electrical issues down the road" and "overengineering" in the i7 are mentioned. Frequency: recurrent.
Specific brake failure recalls — mentioned in a comparative argument (3 recalls for the i7 vs. 1 for a competitor). Frequency: isolated.
Owner insights cover all generations of the i7.
Typical used price
Used i7 listings typically run $80,265–$129,964 across 2023 to 2026 model years.