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2017 BMW i3 Electrical Problems

Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2017 BMW i3 has 6 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2017 BMW i3

Other
11
Steering
11
Structure
7
Electrical
6
Powertrain
5
Airbags
3

6

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Electrical Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 2, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTUREThere was an electrical fault in the door handle, specifically for the comfort access function circu...
Jan 19, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINEWhile driving on the freeway, the vehicle's electric motor suddenly died. Because this is an electri...
Jun 30, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHERIn emergency situations when activating the horn, there is an unacceptable delay between when the ho...
Mar 31, 2021ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SEATSWhat component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? T...
Sep 26, 2019ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMWHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY'S HOV LANE (FULLY CHARGED, NOT ON THE EXTENDED RANGE), THE CAR GAVE "DR...
Feb 3, 2017ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTHE WINDOWS WERE DOWN AND I WAS REACHING IN THE CAR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE (DOOR SHUT). MY THIGH MADE...

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