2024 BMW I7

5 recalls, 31 complaints - 22 TSBs

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

71,286 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Defect Description

BMW 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.

Consequence

Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025Owners may contact BMW customer s... Read more

136 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Defect Description

BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Pleas... Read more

Consequence

A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.

309 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (... Read more

Consequence

A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

266,716 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, i7 M70, 2024 750e xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The ground connection to the steering wheel may not have been attached correctly, resulting in an i... Read more

Consequence

An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

12,296 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

31 total complaints

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	9
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	5
SERVICE BRAKES	3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER	2
POWER TRAIN	2
EQUIPMENT	1
AIR BAGS	1
STEERING	1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS	1
VISIBILITY/WIPER	1

Incident date: Dec 8, 2025

While driving, the vehicle immediately went into full unintended acceleration without any input from the accelerator pedal. I removed my foot completely from the pedal, but engine RPM increased to full 7000 rpm’s and the throttle was stuck there. The vehicle surged forward unexpectedly. The car sp... Read more

Incident date: Dec 8, 2025

Incident date: Nov 11, 2025

See attached document for complaint. I am writing to formally report a serious safety concern regarding my 2020 Nissan Leaf which appears to be affected by a known defect involving the lithium-ion battery and DC fast charging capability. Despite Nissan's acknowledgment of the issue and a recall cam... Read more

Incident date: Sep 7, 2025

My vehicle has lost EYESIGHT TOO MANY TIMES while Am driving ON HIGH WAY SO STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, ADATER,CRUISE CONTROL SIGN APPEARS TOGETHER .JUST A SECOND MY FAMILY HAD ALMOST DIED DUE TO VACATION TIME IN AUGUST,2025.I CANT BELIEVE THAT IS BRAND NEW SUBARU ASCENT TOURING 2024 I PURCHASED FROM MA... Read more

Incident date: Sep 7, 2025

The contact and wife rented a 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH with the cruise control activated, the feature unexpectedly ceased to operate as intended. The contact stated that a message that "Radar Interrupted," was displayed. The contact stated that the fail... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2025

The vehicle experienced catastrophic engine failure due to burning oil. At no point did warning lights or alerts appear on the dash. This failure occurred well within the terms of Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. I was informed by the dealer that warranty coverage is being denied be... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended, and the vehicle hesitated and stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle independently stopped while depressing the accelerator pedal, and ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2025

My tail light S and brake lights is not working the components was burnt and bulbs was burnt and we put all new bulbs and put in new components and there still not working.and I've been pulled over about 4 times cause of it thankfully I didn't get a ticket so please put a recall on this so it can be... Read more

Incident date: Aug 21, 2025

I took my car to the garage after purchase around 75,000 miles due to rattling noise 8n the front and the amount of oil that my car was requiring in between oil changes, did the oil consumption test it came back on the higher range but Hyundai offered no resolution

Incident date: Aug 21, 2025

The 12 volt battery does not maintain a charge. I have had it replaced twice. I purchased new January 2025; first battery replaced on March 20, 2025; second battery replaced August 13, 2025. I am currently having the same issue with the battery management system which controls temperature and batter... Read more

Incident date: Aug 21, 2025

The Ford Sync 3 "head unit" or whatever they call it nowadays locks up. When going in reverse the camera will either sometimes completely glitch and show "static", or sometimes a black screen and nothing. The rearview camera will also stay on when pulling away after reversing, which obviously can ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2025

while driving in raid the wipers slowed drastically, like it wasn't connected well to the motor, then ultimately stopped. This made it difficult to see while driving and we can no longer drive in the rain until we can get it repaired. Dealer was unwilling to come remotely to inspect and repair.

Incident date: Aug 15, 2025

2020 RAM 1500 with a bad MGU (Motor-Generator Unit). Dealer says they have 2 trucks already waiting on the same part since January. There is a massive backlog and Chrysler is not offering anything on when this will be available. It's on an "engineering hold". It will eventually fail in these trucks ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2025

Incident date: Jul 22, 2025

Transmission failure.. hard jerking and downshifting.. almost caused me to wreck while driving down the highway.. transmission skips gears and downshifting and almost brought me to a complete stop on the highway

Incident date: Jul 22, 2025

Purchased a 2021 Chevy Silverado in Dec 2020. At 4600 miles had first engine failure requiring lifters and tie rods to be replaced, bank 1/Cylinder 5. Looking back this repair was a bandaid for an engine (6.2L) with problems known to GMC. On May 3, 2025 @ 79,000 miles truck started making loud... Read more

Incident date: Jul 22, 2025

Forward crash detection AEB system warning light goes on after a short time driving with a beep sound and stays on until the car is shut off. This happens every time I drive. Everything is clean- no obstructions to the sensor. Probable faulty sensor or bracket. Went to the dealer who said they could... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2025

Vehicle locked up while driving. Has a new battery already. Full aux electrical function is fine but after shut down while driving will not restart, shift out of gear, roll or steer. All electrical works fine. To tow onto flat bed, had to drag the tires.

Incident date: Jun 9, 2025

Engine began misfiring while driving, and received a check engine light. Brought to a mechanic, who confirmed that coolant had begun leaking into the engine cylinder, consistent with Ford TSB 22-2229. Total engine replacement recommended, but Ford refuses to cover the replacement under warranty, or ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 5, 2025

I have a 2018 GMC Acadia that is now displaying " shift to park " while the vehicle is in park. Upon extensive research I see GMC did issue a recall however, my particular VIN was not included. Its NOW displaying the error message which would lead me to believe it IS part of the recall. I called my ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 5, 2025

Incident date: Nov 9, 2024

While driving on the highway, the check engine line came on and my Tucson started loosing power. I quickly moved into the right lane and was able to exit the highway and pulled over. I had previous issues with the vehicle and was told it was the 1 & 2 ignition coils that were replaced. I assumed it ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V700000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Th... Read more

Incident date: Sep 10, 2024

The contact's son owns a 2011 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel intermittently became stiff and excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that the "Service Power Steering Now" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken t... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the contact was informed that the instrument panel failed to allow access to the odometer and the recall repair was... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

Incident date: Mar 15, 2024

Engine rattles loudly for 2 seconds on cold start-up. The rattle started in 2021 at 90k miles, used to be intermittent but since 2022 it occurs every cold start-up. Two different mechanics have diagnosed the problem as a VTC defect requiring replacement, based on Honda’s TSB bulletin, which diagno... Read more

Incident date: Dec 15, 2023

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the instrument panel was blank. Over several days, the instrument panel screen returned; however, the panel intermittently went blank while driving without warning. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTS... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2023

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated the audible indicators for the driver's seat belt and the "Key Left in Ignition' was inoperable. The contactor also stated that the radio powered on independently, causing the driver to be startled due to the loud volume. No warning lights... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 BMW I7

22 manufacturer communications from 17 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	8
350000 EQUIPMENT	6
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	2
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM	1
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	1
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC	1
020000 SUSPENSION	1
100000 POWER TRAIN	1

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

There is coolant leaking from under the car Low heater output Possible Check Control message ??A???A???A?Drive, you can continue driving??A???A???A? (ID49) Possible fault codes stored in these BEV vehicles: 224163 ??A???A???A? Electric

350000 EQUIPMENT

A small flap of sound insulation material may come into contact with some of the 12 V B+ cables at the remote B+ charging point terminal (general location at arrow) along the engine compartment??A?A?s passenger side inner fender well.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

When the interior temperature of the vehicle is between 5 F (-15 C) and 23 F (-5 ), the defroster function is limited; and the interior doesn??A???A???A?t heat up quickly enough.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Informational Bulletin is intended as a guided work-through process to address customer charging complaints. The step-by-step guide will help walk you through the ??A?A?basic??A?A? procedure to test the charger/infrastructure when the

350000 EQUIPMENT

1. The center air vent on the left (a) is closed. All other air vents on the left side then only blow cold air intothe passenger area. OR 2. Both center (b) air vents are closed. All other air vents then only blow cold air into the passen

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Informational Bulletin is intended as a guided work through process to address BEV/PHEV charging issues. The step-by-step guide will help walk you through the correct ??A???A???A?basic??A???A???A? steps that should be followed when

350000 EQUIPMENT

When driving over rough surfaces, a low-frequency rattling noise can be heard inside the vehicle's cabin. The noise typically sounds as though it is coming from the front right footwell area.

350000 EQUIPMENT

A quality check showed that the Remote-Control Parking token was not activated in the current software for the vehicles affected.

020000 SUSPENSION

A knocking, ??A???A???A?thump??A???A???A?-type noise may be heard from the front axle during straight-ahead driving on uneven road surfaces at low speed, e.g., below 40 mph.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

A drumming noise is heard when the air conditioning system is operating.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

A drumming noise is heard when the air conditioning system is operating.

100000 POWER TRAIN

The customer states there is a Drivetrain Malfunction message displayed in the instrument cluster. In addition, the following fault memory entries are saved in the CCU (Combined Charging Unit) 0317F2 - High-voltage system, insulation faul

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The coolant changeover valve may develop a coolant leak when the outside temperatures go below 19??A???A?F (-7??A???A?C). The vehicles operating systems would also need to be at that same low temperature (example: being parked outside, o

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Gen 5 BEV/PHEV vehicles may set the Combined Charging Unit (CCU) in programming abort due to nocommunication to the HV charge socket electronics.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The coolant changeover valve may develop a coolant leak when the outside temperatures go below 19??A?F (-7??A?C). The vehicles operating systems would also need to be at that same low temperature (example: being parked outside, overnight

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho

350000 EQUIPMENT

A drumming noise is heard when the air conditioning system is operating. Service parts are not yet available for this repair. This bulletin will be updated once the service repair is ready.

350000 EQUIPMENT

The washer fluid reservoir mounting hook has too much play, which allows the reservoir to vibrate and cause a noise.

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 20, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024BMW vehicles that were produced between July 4, 2022, and October 26, 2023.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 19, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 BMW vehicles that were produced between February 10, 2023, and June 23, 2023.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The purpose of this Service Bulletin (SIB) is informational regarding DC (direct current) charging complaints on Gen 5 Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV). It serves as a supporting argument and is intended to help distinguish between a stand

BMW I7 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW I7 across all model years (2023, 2025).

16 Total Recalls

50 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

3 Reported Crashes

0 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

BMW I7 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2025	1	3	View
2024 (current)	5	31
2023	10	16	View

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Model	Recalls	Complaints
X5	223	4,349	View
X3	155	2,661	View
330I	122	1,050	View
X6	110	293	View
328I	108	3,743	View
M3	95	550	View
325I	83	1,809	View
Z4	83	1,439	View

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2024 BMW I7

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 BMW I7

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