BMW i4 and iX: Battery Module Failure Risk
critical How serious is it? About this label
If a battery module fails, the vehicle's high-voltage system may shut down, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Module failure also increases the risk of a fire. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V470000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Jul 16, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Part affected | Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery |
| Vehicles covered | 5 model/year combinations, model years 2022–2025 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Some high-voltage battery cell modules were not put together correctly, which can put stress on the module frame. Over time, this may cause a battery module to fail. BMW has already mailed letters warning owners about this risk, and will send another notice once dealers can begin replacing the affected battery modules for free.
What you should do
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 25V470000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (5)
Who to contact
BMW — official BMW recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-525-7417
The bigger picture
- BMW Electrical Recalls Involve Battery Fires and Starter Connection Problems · all 28 BMW recalls in this area
Other BMW IX recalls
- Jul 23, 2025BMW Electric Models May Lose Drive Powerhigh
- Jun 28, 2023BMW i4, iX High-Voltage Battery Charging Unit Faulthigh
- Jun 7, 2023BMW iX Cruise Control May Suddenly Speed Uphigh
- Apr 26, 2023BMW iX Battery Circuit Fault Can Stall Enginehigh
- Feb 14, 2023BMW iX and X1 Driver Air Bag May Not Deployhigh
- Jan 25, 2023BMW i4 and iX may not make pedestrian warning soundmedium
Official notice
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Summary
- 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.
- Safety risk
- 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 service at 1-800-525-7417.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.