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2022 BMW i4 problems

A 2022 BMW i4 is now 4 years old, so an average example has covered around 54,000 miles. An early car in the generation · most of the launch teething issues were still being worked through, so recall completion and dealer rectification history matter. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2022 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.

Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team

Quick answer

The 2022 BMW i4 is 4 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 54,000 miles. At that mileage 3 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.

Faults a 2022 example has usually reached

Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~54k miles an average 2022 car has covered.

BatteryHigh

State of health variation on rapid charged cars

Typically appears
40,000+ miles
What to inspect
Check the vehicle battery health readout and charging history
BrakesMedium

Corroded discs from regen braking use

Typically appears
20,000+ miles
What to inspect
Inspect disc faces for pitting and scale
SuspensionMedium

Bush and damper wear from kerb weight

Typically appears
50,000+ miles
What to inspect
Listen for knocks and check for damper weeping

Faults that appear at any mileage

Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.

SoftwareLow

Infotainment and over the air update faults

Typically appears
Age-related
What to inspect
Confirm software is current and screens respond

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BMW i4 · frequently asked questions

What matters most on an EV?

Battery state of health. Get the readout in writing before you buy.

Are brakes an issue?

Rust more than wear. Discs often fail an inspection before pads do.

Do software versions matter?

Yes, older builds miss charging and range improvements.

Other i4 model years