2024 Bmw I7
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2024 Bmw I7 has 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.4x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is electrical problems (23% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2024 bmw i7. the contact stated that the vehicle had a button on the door armrest that opened the door automatically while driving. the dealer was notified and the vehicle was updated to allow the door to open at 3 mph or lower speeds. the manufacturer was notified of the failure..
31
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.4x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
ELECTRICAL
7 complaints- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated that the vehicle had a button on the door armrest that opened the door automatically while driving. The dealer was notified and the vehicle was updated to allow the door to open at 3 MPH or lower speeds. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
- • I have now experienced multiple instances where the vehicle suddenly brakes on its own while driving at normal speeds, without any obstruction or hazard ahead. This is not only unacceptable — it's extremely dangerous, putting both myself and other drivers at risk of serious injury. Despite bringing
- • This is the 5th time my cat suddenly brakes in the middle of traffic with no obstruction. I keep taking it to the dealership and they drive it for 1 mile and give it back. I am fed up and I have my family in the car. Last time I took it, they said something the car doesn’t recognize a driver This
“The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated that the vehicle had a button on the door armrest that opened the door automatically while driving. The dealer was notified and the vehicle was updated to allow the door to open at 3 MPH or lower speeds. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
BRAKES
7 complaints- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the brakes were occasionally inoperable. The contact had been driving 25 MPH due to concerns about the brakes failing with his children inside the vehicle
- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the "Inability to Drive" message was displayed on the instrument panel and the vehicle suddenly lost motive power. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Contro
- • This is the 3rd time my car suddenly engages automatic brakes without any obstruction ahead of me and around me. I took it to the dealership about this issue 2 times.
“The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the brakes were occasionally inoperable. The contact had been driving 25 MPH due to concerns about the brakes failing with his children inside the vehicle”
— NHTSA complaint filing
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
6 complaints- • This is the 3rd time my car suddenly engages automatic brakes without any obstruction ahead of me and around me. I took it to the dealership about this issue 2 times.
- • This is the 5th time my cat suddenly brakes in the middle of traffic with no obstruction. I keep taking it to the dealership and they drive it for 1 mile and give it back. I am fed up and I have my family in the car. Last time I took it, they said something the car doesn’t recognize a driver This
- • On August 15, 2025 at approximately 6:30pm our 2024 BMW i7 eDrive50 with the Active Park Distance Control package accelerated in reverse when parking assistance was initiated to back out of a parking space at a small business facility, causing the vehicle to strike a tree. The cronology of the incid
“This is the 3rd time my car suddenly engages automatic brakes without any obstruction ahead of me and around me. I took it to the dealership about this issue 2 times.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
SUSPENSION
3 complaints- • Last week while driving, one of the front corners level suddenly went down in the middle of the road. Car was towed to the dealership. After it was inspected by BMW dealership I was informed that there is a suspension damage and one tire rim damage " due to impact" and either the car hit somethin
- • On November 9, 2024 while driving the vehicle in light traffic on the 405 southbound between the 101 and the 10 freeways, the right front of the vehicle made a cluck noise. There were no obsticales on the freeway and no other vehicle was involved. Shorthly thereafter, the vehicle made another loud c
- • [XXX] Problem: Multiple tire blowouts causing safety hazards and air-suspension damage Complaint Summary: My 2024 BMW i7 has experienced multiple tire blowouts, including the most recent , two within days of each other (12/8/2025 and 12/10/2025). On 12/8/2025, BMW replaced the right rear tire
“Last week while driving, one of the front corners level suddenly went down in the middle of the road. Car was towed to the dealership. After it was inspected by BMW dealership I was informed that there is a suspension damage and one tire rim damage " due to impact" and either the car hit somethin”
— NHTSA complaint filing
OTHER
3 complaints- • I have now experienced multiple instances where the vehicle suddenly brakes on its own while driving at normal speeds, without any obstruction or hazard ahead. This is not only unacceptable — it's extremely dangerous, putting both myself and other drivers at risk of serious injury. Despite bringing
- • My knee has accidentally opened the driver door during travel which has caused the door to open unintentionally and brings the car to a stop in traffic.
- • [XXX] Problem: Multiple tire blowouts causing safety hazards and air-suspension damage Complaint Summary: My 2024 BMW i7 has experienced multiple tire blowouts, including the most recent , two within days of each other (12/8/2025 and 12/10/2025). On 12/8/2025, BMW replaced the right rear tire
“I have now experienced multiple instances where the vehicle suddenly brakes on its own while driving at normal speeds, without any obstruction or hazard ahead. This is not only unacceptable — it's extremely dangerous, putting both myself and other drivers at risk of serious injury. Despite bringing ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 31 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ELECTRICAL: The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated that the vehicle had a button on the door armrest that opened the door automatically while driving. The dealer was notified and the vehicle was updated to allow the door to open at 3 MPH or lower speeds. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: The contact owns a 2024 BMW I7. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the brakes were occasionally inoperable. The contact had been driving 25 MPH due to concerns about the brakes failing with his children inside the vehicle
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: This is the 3rd time my car suddenly engages automatic brakes without any obstruction ahead of me and around me. I took it to the dealership about this issue 2 times.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SUSPENSION: Last week while driving, one of the front corners level suddenly went down in the middle of the road. Car was towed to the dealership. After it was inspected by BMW dealership I was informed that there is a suspension damage and one tire rim damage " due to impact" and either the car hit somethin
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Bmw I7 — Year Comparison
How does 2024 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
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At a Glance
- Complaints
- 31
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 3
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 80
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