BMW Ix, I4: Electrical system — traction battery

Affects BMW Ix, I4 · 2022–2023 — about 367 vehicles.

The hazard

A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

What to do

Owners are advised not to drive or charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 23, 2022. A second letter will be mailed when remedy parts become available. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Owners will also be contacted by phone.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational