Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2017 BMW i3 has 6 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.
6
Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE | There was an electrical fault in the door handle, specifically for the comfort access function circu... |
| Jan 19, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE | While driving on the freeway, the vehicle's electric motor suddenly died. Because this is an electri... |
| Jun 30, 2022 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | In emergency situations when activating the horn, there is an unacceptable delay between when the ho... |
| Mar 31, 2021 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SEATS | What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? T... |
| Sep 26, 2019 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY'S HOV LANE (FULLY CHARGED, NOT ON THE EXTENDED RANGE), THE CAR GAVE "DR... |
| Feb 3, 2017 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | THE WINDOWS WERE DOWN AND I WAS REACHING IN THE CAR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE (DOOR SHUT). MY THIGH MADE... |