This vehicle had a brief warning to stop driving and quickly lost any power. The vehicle was completely disabled in the middle of a busy highway. There were definite saftey concerns to myself and others regarding collision potential. The problem is confirmed in multiple electric bmw ix models by dealers and other owners. Bmw has confirmed drive chain failure related to manufacturing dust in the motor or cooling pump failure. This safety problem continues to present in ix vehicles.
The worst 2023 BMW Ix problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags12
- Driver assistance9
- Electrical7
- Acceleration3
- Transmission3
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags12
- Driver assistance9
- Electrical7
- Acceleration3
- Transmission3
- Fuel system2
- Steering2
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Lights1
- Seats1
- Visibility1
Recalls 12
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction motor: controller: software
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 25V395000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 25V470000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: hybrid management
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i760 xDrive hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU) may not have been manufactured correctly, resulting in improperly connected and/or assembled components inside the CCU.
- Risk
- An improperly connected or assembled CCU can interrupt electrical power while driving and result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit (CCU), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 23V449000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: cruise control
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and iX M60 vehicles. The driver may unintentionally reactivate the cruise control system while turning the steering wheel at low speeds, resulting in a sudden increase of vehicle speed.
- Risk
- A sudden increase in vehicle speed can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 23V409000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and 2023 i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 Hybrid Electric vehicles. The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit may have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 23V295000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60 and 2022-2023 X1 xDrive28i vehicles. The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.
- Risk
- A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 23V079000 · Recall details
Forward collision avoidance: warnings: external/pedestrian alert
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 i4 eDrive40 and iX xDrive50 electric vehicles. During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
- Risk
- Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the external artificial sound generator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 23V026000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery thermal: management: software
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.
- Risk
- An interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 22V944000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2023 iX M60 hybrid electric vehicle. The transmission final drive gear in the electric drive unit may have an improperly manufactured weld seam.
- Risk
- The gear weld seam could break, resulting in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- A dealer will replace the electric drive unit, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 30, 2022. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed November 28, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 22V741000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.
- Risk
- A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 22V541000 · Recall details
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles equipped with hybrid electric powertrains. While in Valet Parking Mode, the Central Information Display (CID) may not display critical safety information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Risk
- A display that does not show critical information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the display's head unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 22V483000 · Recall details
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module: software
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX XDrive50, and iX M60 vehicles. The air bag malfunction indicator light and display message may not illuminate in the event of a problem with the air bag control or pedestrian protection systems, due to incorrect software.
- Risk
- An air bag malfunction indicator light that fails to warn the driver of a problem increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 22V240000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 BMW Ix 94
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- In vehicles equipped with the Roof Function Center “FZD‑21” variant, a quiescent‑current violation...
- “Cracking” noise might be heard when turning the steering wheel from lock to lock
- The customer states there is a Drivetrain Malfunction message displayed in the instrument cluster
- There is coolant leaking from under the car Low heater output Possible Check Control message “Drive, you...
- A manufacturing defect in a bearing of the electronic drive unit could result in bearing damage
- There are two possible situations: When opening either the front and/or rear door, the door window glass...
- While driving on a smooth and/or uneven road, a “clicking” sound is heard from the driver’s footwell area.
- A faulty electric auxiliary heater may have been installed in the certain vehicles
- Situation
- Water sloshing is heard in the vehicle’s body when accelerating and braking.
2023 BMW Ix fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motor Electric 324 mi range | AWD | 76-86 | 80-87 | 77-86 MPGe |
What 2023 BMW Ix owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving my leased BMW iX on the highway during heavy rain, the windshield wipers suddenly malfunctioned. The wipers began striking each other violently and then completely stopped working. This caused an immediate loss of visibility at highway speed. My pregnant wife was in the vehicle at the time, creating a serious safety risk. This appears to be a safety-related defect involving the windshield wiper system. I am requesting that the federal safety agency document and review this complaint for possible defect investigation.
Incident Date: [XXX] Problem Area: Electrical System / Charging System The DC fast charging (CCS) system on this 2023 BMW iX xDrive50 failed completely on [XXX] while traveling on a highway in Richmond, Virginia. The vehicle was unable to charge at an Electrify America station despite other vehicles — including an identical 2023 BMW iX xDrive50 — charging successfully at the same station. A second nearby ChargePoint station was also attempted without success. Hard restarts and software updates did not resolve the issue. The vehicle had to be driven home on remaining range with no ability to fast charge, creating a safety risk of range loss on a highway. The vehicle was subsequently dropped off at BMW of Rockville (MD) on February 24, 2026 for warranty repair. As of April 10, 2026 — 45+ days later — BMW has been unable to diagnose or repair the defect. The vehicle remains at the dealership. This defect renders the vehicle unable to fast charge, substantially limiting its safe range on any trip beyond local driving. BMW of North America has been formally notified. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I am reporting an incident involving unintended vehicle movement/acceleration in my 2023 BMW iX xDrive50. BMW of North America inspected the vehicle and claims no defect was found; however, they refuse to provide the Event Data Recorder (EDR) data or diagnostic logs used to reach that conclusion. The incident occurred around September 1, 2025. The vehicle exhibited behavior inconsistent with normal operation. BMW’s response relies on undisclosed internal data and post-incident testing that does not recreate the event conditions. I am requesting the federal safety agency review this matter, including BMW’s refusal to disclose vehicle data relevant to potential safety defects involving throttle, braking, Auto-Hold, or software-controlled torque systems.
Incident Date: August 20, 2025 Vehicle: BMW iX (2023 BMW iX XDrive 50 VIN - [XXX] ) On August 20, 2025, I was driving my BMW iX during heavy rain when the vehicle suddenly lost control and hydroplaned. Despite my efforts to steer and brake carefully, the vehicle skidded and hit the divider three times. Shockingly, none of the airbags deployed during the impact. I have experienced repeated traction and stability issues with this vehicle during rainy conditions, even while driving at low speeds. Both my husband and I have noticed that the car tends to hydroplane and lose grip on wet roads much more easily than other vehicles we have driven. I am very concerned that the BMW iX may have a serious design or safety flaw affecting its handling and stability in wet weather, as well as a potential defect with the airbag deployment system. I strongly urge BMW and the federal safety agency to investigate this issue to prevent future accidents and ensure consumer safety. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2023 BMWiX with sudden acceleration issue upon parking. Vehicle has been subject to recall for unintended activation of cruise control upon parking and a software update was supposedly issued by BMW and yet this occurred to me today causing front end collision and lots of damage to my car. Not hurt nor were others but certainly could have been.
On November 16, 2023, I was driving the vehicle in the far left lane of the freeway when, without any warning, the vehicle lost propulsion and would not accelerate. It also lost power assisted steering AND power assisted braking. I had to decelerate with no power brakes while attempting to safely cross 3-4 lanes to the nearest freeway exit with no power steering, while maintaining enough momentum to not get stuck in the middle of the freeway. After it lost propulsion, the several warnings flashed on the screen noting that the vehicle stabilization system was disabled, "vehicle may roll", the tire pressure monitoring was disabled, and the restraint system monitoring was disabled. I managed to steer the vehicle safely to the bottom off the offramp but had to bring the vehicle to a full stop. As a result, I was stuck blocking traffic at the bottom of the offramp. I attached a few photos showing what was happening but have additional video documenting the loss of power steering and power brakes but they are too large to attach here. The screen stated the roadside assistance feature was unavailable so I used the emergency button on the interior roof, which connected me to BMW's call center. The representative requested that the fire department assist with moving my vehicle out of traffic. We had to towed to the dealership (see attached invoice). We were told it only needed a software update which was then done. We still kept getting the same high voltage warnings, leading to 3-4 additional repair invoices. Finally BMW offered another software update in May 2025. We still receive high voltage warnings, drivetrain warnings, and chassis warnings and are afraid it will shut down again on the freeway. Software updates seem to be a bandaid.The loss of power braking and steering while doing 70 mph was a terrifying experience that could easily lead to serious injury and death.
Yesterday on 7/13, my family and I were fully stopped and parked in a parking spot (car was in park, to the best of my knowledge). The front passenger had just exited the vehicle and was opening the back door where my kids were just beginning to get out of their seats. At that moment, something occurred that caused the car to speed over the parking curb, across a pedestrian sidewalk and struck a brick and glass building storefront. What's odd is, assuming the car was in park, which i believe it was, the car accelerated to max speed and the airbags did not deploy and the hazard lights never turned on after the accident. In addition, the car has safety features designed to detect objects and avoid collisions and should switch the car to park when the car is stopped and doors are opened. I am happy and motivated to make the car available for inspection immediately. I really want to understand what happened and why for my own benefit (and peace of mind) but mostly because I don't want this to happen to any one else in the car or pedestrians in the area. Had my car been parked just a little further down the block, families were eating lunch at an outdoor restaurant which could have ended in serious injury or worse. My car is currently in the tow yard that the police department picked. My insurance is asking me where to tow and I want to make sure it ends up somewhere that can fully diagnose what happened based on the car's internal computer (if possible). The car has been seen by my local police department and fire department that came on site. But, no formal inspection has occurred yet. But will likely be done this week. No warning messages were shown on the car prior to the accident and potential malfunction.
While parking in a rather standard strip mall parking lot, it was discovered the car was too close to the car on the right. The car was backed up a few feet and braked to a stop. When the gear shifter was moved to drive, the car took off and struck the car in front at 13 mph, causing about $75,000 of damage to our BMW iX M60. BMW did a precrash report with data but no written summary or opinion. It was quite clear from the phone call on the crash that BMW would argue the cause was driver error.
Car suddenly went into neutral and a drivetrain fault error message popped up. Unable to set to drive to continue driving. Powered off car and back on and same error message.
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Questions about the 2023 BMW Ix
Is the 2023 BMW Ix reliable?
Owners have filed 38 complaints about the 2023 BMW Ix, close to a typical Ix model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 BMW Ix?
Airbags, with 12 complaints. Next is driver assistance (9).
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW Ix have?
12 recalls, covering electrical system, vehicle speed control and air bags.
Was there a recall on the 2023 BMW Ix airbags?
Yes, 2 recalls: 23V079000, 22V240000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 2023 BMW Ix get?
The 2023 BMW Ix is rated at 77-86 MPGe combined, with up to 324 miles of range.
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