2023 BMW Ix: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 BMW Ix: 12 recalls, 38 owner complaints and up to 86 mpg combined.
Recalls
12 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #22V240000 · 2022 · 3,166 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An air bag malfunction indicator light that fails to warn the driver of a problem increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022.
Electrical Vehicle recall #22V483000 · 2022 · 6,930 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: A display that does not show critical information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the display's head unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2022.
Electrical Vehicle recall #22V541000 · 2022 · 367 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery May have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.
Why it matters: A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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,…
Electrical Vehicle recall #22V741000 · 2022 · 1 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission final drive gear in the electric drive unit May have an improperly manufactured weld seam.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #22V944000 · 2022 · 14,086 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software May cause an interruption of electrical power.
Why it matters: An interruption of electrical power May result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023.
Forward collision avoidance, Backup camera Vehicle recall #23V026000 · 2023 · 3,431 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Without external warning sounds, pedestrians May be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the external artificial sound generator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023.
Airbags Vehicle recall #23V079000 · 2023 · 15,803 vehicles
What's wrong: The front driver's air bag May have been manufactured incorrectly and May not deploy as intended during a crash.
Why it matters: A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V295000 · 2023 · 31 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit May have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.
Why it matters: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #23V409000 · 2023 · 11,180 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A sudden increase in vehicle speed can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V449000 · 2023 · 69 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An improperly connected or assembled ccu can interrupt electrical power while driving and result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit (ccu), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V470000 · 2025 · 136 vehicles
What's wrong: The high-voltage battery cell modules May not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
Why it matters: 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, 2025
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V395000 · 2025 · 71,286 vehicles
What's wrong: The electric drive motor software May shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (12): the most common themes are fails to deploy (3).
- Other / unknown (10): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (7): the most common themes are electrical failure (2), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2023 BMW Ix has 38 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 4 Ix model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 28). Complaints peaked in 2023 (23 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 2,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (30 complaints, 11 recalls), 2024 (33 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 86e | 87e | 86e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 86e | 85e | 86e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 82e | 84e | 83e | Electricity |
| Electric (190 and 360 kW EESM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 77e | 80e | 78e | Electricity |
| Electric (190 and 360 kW EESM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 76e | 80e | 77e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 BMW Ix have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recalls for the 2023 BMW Ix. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 BMW Ix problems?
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (12), other / unknown (10), forward collision avoidance (8).
What gas mileage does the 2023 BMW Ix get?
EPA ratings run up to 86 mpg combined, across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2023 BMW Ix repair manual?
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