BMW i4 Loose Battery Cable Risks Fire critical
BMW is recalling one 2025 i4 eDrive40 vehicle because the connection between the positive battery cable and the rear power distributor may come loose over time.
BMW I4 Edrive40 recalls
2 recalls covering model years 2025. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — a recall may apply only to some vehicles of a given year.
- 2 recalls
- 2 rated high or critical
- 6 owner complaints
- Dec 23, 2025 newest recall
BMW Electric Models May Lose Drive Power high
Certain BMW i4, i5, i7, and iX electric vehicles have a software issue in the electric drive motor. This software may shut down the vehicle's high-voltage system, which causes a sudden loss of drive power while you're driving. BMW will fix this with a software update, either sent over-the-air or done by a dealer, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters have been mailed to affected drivers.
BMW problem guides that cover the I4 Edrive40
Owner complaints by model year
Complaints owners have filed with NHTSA about the BMW I4 Edrive40. These are unverified reports; better-selling years collect more.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
BMW I4 Edrive40 recall questions
How many recalls does the BMW I4 Edrive40 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2025 BMW I4 Edrive40. 2 of them are rated high or critical on this site. The most recent is "BMW i4 Loose Battery Cable Risks Fire" (NHTSA campaign 25V906000), reported Dec 23, 2025.
Is there a do-not-drive or park-outside recall on the BMW I4 Edrive40?
No. None of the 2 BMW I4 Edrive40 recalls on file carries a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory from NHTSA.
How do I check whether my BMW I4 Edrive40 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall often applies to only some vehicles of a model year, and the VIN lookup shows the ones still unrepaired on your car. Recall repairs are free at any franchised BMW dealer, including for second owners.
Buying a used I4 Edrive40?
Recalls and complaint record for one model year at a time: