Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2025 BMW I7 by year filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2025 BMW I7
Sedan, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Apr 20, 2026 to Apr 20, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year2267k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2025 sedan
Severity index100.02025 sedans average 15.7
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2025 BMW I7 name airbags
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 2025 BMW I7
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-422 | Jul 1, 2026 | Integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability… | Stability and traction control | 428 | Part replacement |
| 24V-104 | Feb 12, 2024 | Integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability… | Stability and traction control | 266,716 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2025 BMW I7
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Apr 20, 2026Failure Apr 7, 2026Brandon, FLAir bags, Automatic emergency braking, Service brakesCrash1 injured
As I pulled out of a parking lot The vehicle suddenly jerked 90 degrees to the left and accelerated quickly into a ditch and a retaining wall. All airbags deployed.
NHTSA complaint 11732572
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
13 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- B640925 Aug 12, 2026 · Service Campaign
A faulty electric auxiliary heater may have been installed in the certain vehicles. This could result in thefailure of the electric auxiliary heater, utilized for the vehicle interior. - B320526 Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
“Cracking” noise might be heard when turning the steering wheel from lock to lock. See attached video V3202 26 EPS noise. - B610626 Jun 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Charging sessions cannot be started or they are interrupted while using a Level 2 AC high-power chargingstation, or with a Level 3 DC charging station. Charging may start normally but can interrupt after some time. Level 2 (240 V) Flex Charger and Wall boxm… - B330124 Jun 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The vehicle will no longer move when put into gear. There may also be loud noise coming from the HEAT*(electric drivetrain)/Rear axles. - B310324 Apr 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When rolling forward or backwards with the steering at full lock (left or right) without the brake applied, a “groan”-type noise may be heard from the front axle. The noise is most noticeable after load reversal. The noise can be heard beginning at the 7 se… - B310426 Apr 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SITUATION When turning the steering wheel fully to the steering end stops, a ”groaning” noise can be perceived at the respective steering stop. The noise occurs at higher ambient temperatures from approx. 68°F. - B170124 Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
There is coolant leaking from under the car Low heater output Possible Check Control message “Drive, you can continue driving” (ID49) Possible fault codes stored in these BEV vehicles: 224163 – Electric auxiliary heater for the high-voltage battery unit: Un… - B640925 Dec 22, 2025 · Service Campaign
A faulty electric auxiliary heater may have been installed in the certain vehicles. This could result in thefailure of the electric auxiliary heater, utilized for the vehicle interior. - B640925 Aug 26, 2025 · Service Campaign
A faulty electric auxiliary heater may have been installed in the certain vehicles. This could result in thefailure of the electric auxiliary heater, utilized for the vehicle interior. - B340725 Jun 11, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A loud “click”- type noise can be heard from the rear axle brakes when driving off forwards, and/or in reverse. - B170124 Mar 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
There is coolant leaking from under the car Low heater output Possible Check Control message “Drive, you can continue driving” (ID49) Possible fault codes stored in these BEV vehicles: 224163 – Electric auxiliary heater for the high-voltage battery unit: Un… - B320225 Mar 6, 2025 · Service Campaign
Parts of the steering shaft universal joint may have been joined together without having beengreased. As a result, there can be audible squeaking and cracking noises. In some cases, moresteering force is required. - B320225 Feb 7, 2025 · Service Campaign
DELIVERY STOP: STEERING SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.