2014 Bmw I8 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:auxillary Tank 2014-10-27 · campaign 14V674000 · 223 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.
Risk: An inadequate weld of the bolt to the fuel tank could cause a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could lead to a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Service bulletins (212)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Fuel/Propulsion System 2025-03-13 · B010924 · Warranty Program/Extension
the high-voltage (hv) battery assemblys cell modules temperature sensors (internal ntc repair kit-specific) limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles as determined from the original in-service/first delivery date
Engine 2024-11-27 · B010924 · Warranty Program/Extension
the high-voltage (hv) battery assemblyscell modules temperature sensors (internal ntc repair kit-specific) limited warranty fordefects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles asdetermined from the original in-service/first delivery date.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Steering 2024-01-08 · B360121 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
at low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees f) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. this can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as seen at the 11 second mark of the vide
Electrical System 2022-05-01 · SIB651312 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the headunit high (hu-h), also called nbt, began replacing the car information computer (cic) on certain my2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). this uses map north america next. the headunit high 2 (hu-h2), also called nbt-evo, superseded the nbt hu and was introduced in 3/2014.
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2021-09-01 · B651312 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the headunit high (hu-h), also called nbt, began replacing the car information computer (cic) on certain my2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). this uses map north america next. the headunit high 2 (hu-h2), also called nbt-evo, superseded the nbt hu and was introduced in 3/2014.
Showing the 6 most recent of 212 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2020-01-11 · Suspension · 24,000 mi“rear suspension collapsed while driving. the car only has 24k miles since new. bmw bulletin suggested replacement on both rear suspensions but no owners were informed of this manufacturing defect. suspension failures should be categorized as critical life/safety recall items instead of just a secret bulletin item.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.