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
2023 BMW i4 problems
A 2023 BMW i4 is now 3 years old, so an average example has covered around 40,500 miles. A mid-run car · most launch faults had been addressed by this point, and wear items are the main risk at this age. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2023 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2023 BMW i4 is 3 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 40,500 miles. At that mileage 2 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first. A further 1 typically appear later in the car's life.
Faults a 2023 example has usually reached
Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~41k miles an average 2023 car has covered.
BrakesMedium
Corroded discs from regen braking use
- Typically appears
- 20,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Inspect disc faces for pitting and scale
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
Faults still ahead of this car
Typically appear later than this year's average mileage · worth budgeting for rather than inspecting.
SuspensionMedium
Bush and damper wear from kerb weight
- Typically appears
- 50,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Listen for knocks and check for damper weeping
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Check this exact carBMW 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.