BMW i4 and iX recall: During the supplier s production process of the battery cells a manufacturing defect occurred. During assembly of the cell the cathode plate may have been damaged and a broken piece may have entered the interior of the cell.
- What's wrong
- During assembly of the HV Battery cell the cathode plate may have been damaged and a broken piece may have entered the interior of the cell. BMW strongly recommends refraining from charging the high-voltage battery and to not use the vehicles until the repair is…
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the defective cell modules of the high-voltage battery will be replaced.
What’s wrong
During assembly of the HV Battery cell the cathode plate may have been damaged and a broken piece may have entered the interior of the cell. BMW strongly recommends refraining from charging the high-voltage battery and to not use the vehicles until the repair is performed. BMW also recommends parking the vehicle outdoors and not in the immediate vicinity of buildings.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the defective cell modules of the high-voltage battery will be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| i4 | 13 Jul 2021 | 7 Oct 2022 | 211 |
| iX | 26 Jul 2021 | 1 Aug 2022 | 211 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 21 October 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.