BMW I5 years to avoid
No model year of the BMW I5 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best BMW I5 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
BMW I5 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common BMW I5 problems
All model years combined.
- Driver assistance13
- Brakes11
- Electrical9
- Transmission3
- Steering2
- Engine2
- Wheels1
- Visibility1
- Fuel system1
- Airbags1
- Acceleration1
BMW I5 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | - | 8 | Electrical | 3 | 2 | ||
| 2024 | - | 21 | Driver assistance | 7 | 2 |
Recalls 7
Questions about the BMW I5
What years of the BMW I5 should you avoid?
No single model year of the BMW I5 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used BMW I5?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the BMW I5?
Driver assistance, with 13 complaints across all years, followed by brakes (11) and electrical (9).
How many recalls does the BMW I5 have?
7 recalls between 2024 and 2025. The 2024 model year has the most, with 7.
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