By make
Known BMW i problems at the APK
Over all generations together BMW i has an A-problem 66% less often than cars of the same age (rank 2 of 33 makes). 3 times a part fails clearly more often than average on a BMW i generation.
Window: Oct 2025 – Sep 2026 · Updated: 16 Oct 2026
By part
Tyres
Repair: small- i3 2013–2022 · 15.3% at 11–12 yrs (national 6.4%)
Check the tread and look for uneven wear: that points to an alignment problem. The DOT code on the tyre tells its age.
Brakes
Repair: medium- i3 2013–2022 · 3.3% at 11–12 yrs (national 1.7%)
Look through the wheel at the discs: no deep grooves or thick rust edge. Brake firmly on the test drive: the car should stay straight.
Warning lights
Repair: medium- i3 2013–2022 · 0.8% at 11–12 yrs (national 0.1%)
Switch on the ignition: all lights come on briefly and go out after starting. If one stays on, ask about the cause.
All BMW i generations in a row
| Generation | A-problems vs. the same age |
|---|---|
| i32013–2022 | 66% less often |
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Frequently asked questions
Which problems are common on BMW i cars?
At the APK tyres stands out for BMW i: on 1 of 1 generations it is clearly more common than on cars of the same age. Source: RDW Open Data, Oct 2025 – Sep 2026.
Source: RDW Open Data (CC0), analysis CarXray.nl. 6,857,004 inspected passenger cars aged 3 years and older, Oct 2025 – Sep 2026. Each car counts once. How we know