BMW i4: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 10,430 BMW i4 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2021 and 2026.
In a sample of 71 cars, 14.1% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is dipped beam incorrectly aimed (5.6% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 11 recalls for this model; 0% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.2% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 5.6% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 4.2% |
| Tyre damaged | 2.8% |
| Tyre bulging | 1.4% |
| Seatbelt buckle not working | 1.4% |
Share of 71 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 1.4% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 10,430 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.2% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 2021 to 2026 |
All BMW i4 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-05 | electrical system | serious | 5,584 |
| 2025-12-22 | electrical system | – | 1 |
| 2024-12-18 | electrical system | – | 474 |
| 2024-06-07 | general construction | – | 7 |
| 2024-02-27 | electrical system | – | 1 |
| 2024-02-01 | electrical system | – | 474 |
| 2023-05-01 | electrical system | serious | 5 |
| 2023-04-21 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 347 |
| 2023-01-27 | other | – | 1,801 |
| 2022-11-08 | electrical system | serious | 15 |
| 2022-02-02 | electrical system | – | 57 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the BMW i4 fail the APK?
In a sample of 71 cars first registered 2012–2021, 14.1% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the BMW i4?
The most common APK defects are: dipped beam incorrectly aimed (5.6%), tyre pressure incorrect (4.2%), tyre damaged (2.8%).
Does the BMW i4 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 11 recalls. 0% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.