2017 BMW I8 recalls & problems

1 recall 0 complaints 2 investigations

1recalls
0owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 BMW I8 and 0 owner complaints. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2017 BMW I8 recalls

Air Bags · NHTSA 16V914000 · Dec 20, 2016

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i…

Risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

3,506 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

NHTSA investigations

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 BMW I8 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2017 BMW I8, the most recent one (16V914000) for air bags. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Is NHTSA investigating the 2017 BMW I8?

NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations that include this vehicle, most recently DP22005: Pedestrian alert sounds.