2023 BMW i4/i7 Front Electric Drive Unit Delivery Stop
BMW has issued a delivery stop for specific 2023 BMW i4 and i7 vehicles. The issue involves a potential manufacturing defect in the front electric drive unit's bearing, which could lead to a 'noise while driving'. This delivery stop, identified by NHTSA ID 10241364, affects vehicles produced…
Also applies to
- BMW i7
- 2023
Why This Matters
BMW has identified a potential issue with the front electric drive unit in some of its 2023 i4 and i7 models. A bearing within this critical component could fail due to a manufacturing defect. Such a failure could result in an audible 'noise while driving', indicating a problem with the vehicle's powertrain.
While the immediate summary does not detail safety risks, issues with drive unit bearings can lead to reduced performance, increased wear, and potentially more significant mechanical failures if left unaddressed. This is why BMW has taken the proactive step of issuing a delivery stop.
What is the Delivery Stop For?
This delivery stop, identified by NHTSA ID 10241364, addresses a manufacturing defect in the bearing of the front electric drive unit. This defect can cause the bearing to fail prematurely, leading to a noticeable 'noise while driving'. The POWER TRAIN component is directly affected by this issue.
What Does a Delivery Stop Mean?
A delivery stop means that affected vehicles cannot be delivered to customers until the necessary inspection and repair have been completed. This measure is implemented by the manufacturer to ensure that any potential defects are resolved before the vehicle is sold or leased. It prevents new vehicles with known issues from entering service.
What Owners (or Prospective Owners) Should Do
If you have ordered a 2023 BMW i4 or i7 that falls within the production dates of October 5, 2022, and November 10, 2022, you should contact your BMW dealer. They can confirm if your specific vehicle is affected by this delivery stop and provide an update on its status and expected delivery timeline. BMW AG is not notifying individual consumers directly about delivery stops; communication is primarily with dealerships to manage the affected inventory.
This 2023 BMW i4 manufacturer_communication is a proactive measure by BMW to maintain quality and customer satisfaction.
Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10241364
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the specific issue causing the delivery stop for the 2023 BMW i4 and i7?
- The delivery stop is due to a manufacturing defect in a bearing within the front electric drive unit. This defect can cause the bearing to fail, leading to a 'noise while driving'.
- Which BMW models and production dates are affected by this delivery stop?
- The delivery stop affects certain 2023 BMW i4 and i7 vehicles that were produced between October 5, 2022, and November 10, 2022.
- What should I do if I have a 2023 BMW i4 or i7 on order?
- If your vehicle falls within the affected production dates, you should contact your BMW dealership. They can confirm if your specific vehicle is subject to the delivery stop and provide information on the repair status and expected delivery.
- Will I receive a notification from BMW about this delivery stop?
- No, BMW typically communicates delivery stops directly with its dealerships to manage affected inventory. Individual customers with vehicles on order are generally not notified directly by the manufacturer, so it's best to contact your dealer.
What BMW i4 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 5 model years.
- 96
- Owner complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 134
- Service bulletins
- 23
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 8
- Injuries reported
The 2023 model year
46 complaints, the 1st most of 5 model years on file. Owners reported 8 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries for this year, which also has 7 recalls on file.
Power Train, the system this article covers, accounts for 21 of 96 complaints (22%), including 12 for 2023.
Complaints by model year
| 2022 | 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 46 | |
| 2024 | 26 | |
| 2025 | 12 | |
| 2026 | 2 |
Most-reported systems
- Electrical System — 27
- Power Train — 21
- Forward Collision Avoidance — 14
- Service Brakes — 14
- Steering — 9
Latest recalls for the 2023 model year
- 25V395000 — Electrical System (Jul 2025)
- 25V470000 — Electrical System (Jul 2025)
- 23V449000 — Electrical System (Jun 2023)
Recent owner reports about power train
My vehicle intermittently loses drive power while being driven, suddenly and with no warning. Sometimes it drives normally, then fails repeatedly later.
Read owner complaints →We had a drivetrain malfunction losing all power to car as we were driving.The car lost all control and drove less than 20 feet before coming to a complete stop on the middle of the road.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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