- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 i3 BEV and i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. A circuit board problem within the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module may shutdown the supply of high voltage electrical power.
- The risk
- A shut down of high-voltage electrical power would result in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle safety record
2018 BMW I3 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 BMW I3 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in April 2019 for the hybrid propulsion system.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical I3 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 BMW I3 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
- The risk
- An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- The risk
- During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.
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BMW I3: every year compared
All I3 years2018 BMW I3 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 BMW I3 | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 2018 BMW 5 Series | 81 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 5 Series Phev | 81 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series GT | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series Phev | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 4 Series | 34 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 2 Series | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 BMW I3
Does the 2018 BMW I3 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 BMW I3: hybrid propulsion system (April 2019); electrical (September 2018); frontal (November 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2018 BMW I3 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2018 BMW I3 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 46 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical BMW I3 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2018 BMW I3 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data