Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Motor:controller:software

NHTSA recall 25V395000 · announced July 23, 2025 · filed by Bmw Of North America, Llc · 71,286 units affected

The problem

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.

The risk

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

What to do

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.