2022 Bmw 745e Safety Report

The 2022 BMW 745e currently presents a very limited safety data picture due to its newness and extremely low complaint volume. NHTSA records show 0 total complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths, which is typical for a very recent model year. However, a significant safety concern has been identified through a recall related to the high voltage battery. This recall, affecting a single 2022 745e, addresses a manufacturing defect where a battery cell electrode was improperly sized, leading to a potential short-circuit and increased risk of fire. This specific recall highlights a critical safety vulnerability, despite the absence of consumer-reported incidents. NHTSA has not yet published crash test ratings for the 2022 BMW 745e (Overall=N/A, Frontal=N/A, Side=N/A, Rollover=N/A). This lack of independent crash test data means that while the vehicle is a luxury model, its structural integrity and occupant protection performance in various collision scenarios have not been publicly assessed by NHTSA. Therefore, the overall safety assessment is heavily influenced by the single, but serious, manufacturing defect identified in the recall. In summary, while there are no consumer complaints to indicate widespread issues, the single recall for a fire risk dueating to a high voltage battery defect is a serious concern that owners should address immediately. The absence of crash test ratings means a complete safety profile cannot be established at this time. Owners of the affected vehicle should ensure the recall for the electrical system battery issue is resolved.

Our recommendation: Given the single, critical recall for a fire risk in the high voltage battery, ensure any affected 2022 BMW 745e has had this recall addressed immediately. The lack of consumer complaints and crash test data means a comprehensive safety picture is not yet available.