Does the 2025 BMW IX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 BMW IX, the most recent reported on July 16, 2025 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 BMW IX?

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (4 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (4).

How many 2025 BMW IX complaints mention a crash or fire?

5 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2025 BMW IX recalls and problems

1 recall and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 BMW IX.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2025 BMW IX recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 25V470000 · reported July 16, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 136 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Forward collision avoidance4
Vehicle speed control4
Back over prevention3
Power train2
Service brakes2
Electrical system1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Steering1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 3, 2026 · Vehicle speed control · 16,000 miles
The contact owns a 2025 BMW IX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The contact depressed the brake pedal to avoid a crash and the vehicle eventually returned to normal operation. The failure had occurred on…

May 14, 2026 · Electrical system
There is a defect in the charging system of the BMW, where upon charging the cable fried BMW refuses to replace the charging cable

May 8, 2026 · Vehicle speed control · 9,092 miles · crash reported
The contact owns a 2025 BMW IX. The contact stated that while on several occasions when turning the steering wheel and depressing the brake was being held, she observed a noise emanating from the front wheels. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure as not able to be replicated. The contact stated that…

Mar 2, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance · crash reported
BMW iX driver-assistance safety malfunction. In approx. April 2025 vehicle displayed “driver assistance permanently disabled.” Dealer contacted BMW and cleared codes; foreman reported ongoing code/concern. After return, ACC/lane keep/forward collision behavior became unreliable without dashboard error: lane centering…

Feb 8, 2026 · Vehicle speed control · crash reported
Driver was in parking space/nearly fully parked (her foot was on the brake coming to a full stop and about to place the car in park), when the car’s self drive function or cruise control engaged on its own. It then rolled up the hill, and into the trees. Thankfully no one was hurt (3 people in the car - 2 adults and 1…

IX model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2022	11	32	3	0
2023	12	38	12	0
2024	4	34	13	2
2025	1	13	5	0

Across all years, the 2023 IX has the most complaints (38). All BMW IX years →

Questions

Does the 2025 BMW IX have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 BMW IX, the most recent reported on July 16, 2025 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 BMW IX?: Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (4 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (4).
How many 2025 BMW IX complaints mention a crash or fire?: 5 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 3, 2026.