Question 1

Is the Bmw I3 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Bmw I3 has 287 total NHTSA complaints across 6 model years. The most reliable years are 2018 (17 complaints), 2019 (21 complaints). Years to avoid: 2014 (77 complaints), 2017 (69 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Bmw I3 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2014, 2017 Bmw I3. The 2014 model has the most complaints (77) with the top issue being TRANSMISSION.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Bmw I3?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Bmw I3 are 2018 (17 complaints), 2019 (21 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2019	21	On July 4, 2021, I realized that the charge port o...	Above Average
2018	17	CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATES FOR NO REASON CAUSING S...	Excellent Reliability
2017	69	THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OFF AND STARTED ON FIRE. UP...	Below Average
2016	41	REAR HATCH GLASS SHATTERED AT TAIL LIGHTS. 2ND TIM...	Average
2015	62	I AM REPORTING A RECURRING ISSUE WITH THE STEERING...	Average
2014	77	THE BMW I3 ELECTRIC VEHICLE THAT COMES WITH A RANG...	Avoid This Year

Bmw I3 — All Years

Bmw I3 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid