2022-2025 BMW i4, i5, i7 Recall
2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
Updated July 23, 2025
BMW is recalling certain 2022 to 2025 i4, 2022 to 2024 i5 and i7, and 2024 ix electric vehicles because a software defect in the motor controller may unexpectedly shut down the high-voltage system, cutting drive power and risking a crash.
Is the BMW of North America, LLC recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on July 23, 2025. Details below.
What is recalled
2022-2025 BMW i4 eDrive40, 2022-2024 BMW i5, 2022-2024 BMW i7, and 2024 BMW i7 vehicles with affected electric drive motor software.
Am I affected
You are affected if you own a 2022-2025 BMW i4, 2022-2024 BMW i5 or i7, or a 2024 BMW i7. Check your vehicle's year and model on the title or registration.
What to do right now
Stop driving the vehicle if you experience sudden loss of power. Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-2727 or wait for the owner notification letter (expected August 5, 2025). A free software update will be available over-the-air or at a BMW dealer, at no cost to you.
Contact: BMW of North America, LLC
The hazard
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-25V395000
- Recalled
- July 23, 2025
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