2023 BMW iX: common problems and reliability
38 owner complaints on record.
Most complaints are about air bags. 12 recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 iX?The 2023 BMW iX has 38 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 12 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and forward collision avoidance.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 BMW iX vehicles (US, public record).
Is 2023 a good year for the iX?
Across the 5 iX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 29 (2022) to 38 (2023). With 38 complaints, the 2023 iX sits above the model's median of 29.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2023 iX
air bags: air bag/restraint control module:software
Campaign 22V240000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX XDrive50, and iX M60 vehicles. The air bag malfunction indicator light and display message may not illuminate in the event of a problem with the air bag control or pedestrian protection systems, due to incorrect software.
electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Campaign 22V483000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles equipped with hybrid electric powertrains. While in Valet Parking Mode, the Central Information Display (CID) may not display critical safety information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Campaign 22V541000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.
electrical system:propulsion system
Campaign 22V741000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2023 iX M60 hybrid electric vehicle. The transmission final drive gear in the electric drive unit may have an improperly manufactured weld seam.
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electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery thermal:management:software
Campaign 22V944000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.
back over prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian alert
Campaign 23V026000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive40 and iX xDrive50 electric vehicles. During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
air bags:frontal
Campaign 23V079000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.
electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Campaign 23V295000BMW 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.
vehicle speed control:cruise control
Campaign 23V409000BMW 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.
electrical system:propulsion system:hybrid management
Campaign 23V449000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i760 xDrive hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU) may not have been manufactured correctly, resulting in improperly connected and/or assembled components inside the CCU.
electrical system:propulsion system:traction motor:controller:software
Campaign 25V395000BMW 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:traction battery
Campaign 25V470000BMW 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.
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment among owners, with the vehicle frequently described as an excellent, comfortable, and well-executed luxury electric SUV.
Owner insights cover all generations of the iX. See the full iX owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used iX listings typically run $43,164–$52,393.
Other iX model years
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