2022–2025 BMW I4, BMW I4 EDRIVE35, BMW I4 EDRIVE40 +more: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 25V395000 · 71K units potentially affected · filed Jul 23, 2025
ElectricalOver-the-air update
71,286units affected
Electricalsystem
Jul 23, 2025report filed
Aug 8, 2025owner letters
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What's wrong
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.
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Why it matters
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V395000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF North America, Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
- Units affected
- 71,286
- Report received
- Jul 23, 2025
- Owner letters
- Aug 8, 2025
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.