Model year 2026 · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
2026 BMW iX: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2026 BMW iX at 75–97 MPGe combined with 279–364 miles of EPA-rated range across 11 versions. NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for this model year.
Safety recalls
0
EPA combined MPGe
75–97
NHTSA overall rating
—
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
NHTSA lists this vehicle as IX XDRIVE45, IX XDRIVE60.
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a BMW dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2026 BMW iX recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 0 safety recalls for the 2026 BMW iX, newest first.
No recalls are listed for the 2026 BMW iX in NHTSA's recall file as of Oct 27, 2026.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2026 BMW iX fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination; electric figures are in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent). Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City/Hwy/Comb | Electric range | Fuel cost/yr | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iX M70 (21 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 360 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 79/82/80 MPGe | 303 mi 42 kWh/100 mi | $950 | 0 |
| iX M70 (22 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 360 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 74/78/76 MPGe | 284 mi 44.5 kWh/100 mi | $1,000 | 0 |
| iX M70 (23 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 360 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 74/76/75 MPGe | 283 mi 44.8 kWh/100 mi | $1,000 | 0 |
| iX xDrive45 (20 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 200 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 94/93/94 MPGe | 312 mi 36 kWh/100 mi | $800 | 0 |
| iX xDrive45 (21 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 200 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 91/88/89 MPGe | 297 mi 37.7 kWh/100 mi | $850 | 0 |
| iX xDrive45 (22 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 200 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 85/82/84 MPGe | 279 mi 40.3 kWh/100 mi | $900 | 0 |
| iX xDrive45 (23 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 200 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 89/85/87 MPGe | 290 mi 38.6 kWh/100 mi | $850 | 0 |
| iX xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 230 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 99/94/97 MPGe | 364 mi 34.7 kWh/100 mi | $800 | 0 |
| iX xDrive60 (21 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 230 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 92/89/91 MPGe | 341 mi 37.2 kWh/100 mi | $850 | 0 |
| iX xDrive60 (22 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 230 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 90/85/88 MPGe | 327 mi 38.5 kWh/100 mi | $850 | 0 |
| iX xDrive60 (23 inch Wheels) | Electric (190 and 230 kW EESM) | Single-speed | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 87/83/85 MPGe | 318 mi 39.6 kWh/100 mi | $900 | 0 |
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2026 BMW iX crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Tested vehicle | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk | Forward collision warning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 BMW IX SUV BEV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | — | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2026 BMW iX owner complaints
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 BMW iX, most recently on Aug 3, 2026. 1 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
| Component named in complaints | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 2 |
| Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance: Automatic emergency braking | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 |
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.
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Sources
- Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
- Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
- Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
- Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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