CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain BMW electric vehicles may have high-voltage battery cell modules that were not assembled properly. This can put stress on the module frame and may cause a module to fail.
A battery module failure can shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power and raising the risk of a crash. The failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Dealers will replace the affected high-voltage battery cell modules free of charge. Owners who received the interim notice mailed September 11, 2025 will get another notice once the remedy is available, anticipated December 31, 2025. You can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW I4 | 20222023 |
|---|---|
| BMW I7 | 20232024 |
| BMW IX | 2022202320242025 |