Quick answer

An equipped 2024 BMW i4 can use its exterior cameras for manual clips and automatic accident recordings after Drive Recorder is enabled.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

BMW's 2024 service matrix lists Drive Recorder for i4 beginning with model year 2022; required cameras, equipment, activation and regional availability still apply.

Required equipment / service
required camera equipment and active BMW Drive Recorder
Compatibility check

Does the documented scope match your car?

This check combines the verified year, any source-supported powertrain scope, source-named trim/package and required equipment. It does not read a VIN or factory build record.

Source-named equipment or service
  • required camera equipment and active BMW Drive Recorder
Can you see the required control, menu or equipment on your vehicle?
Published availability and qualifications

BMW's 2024 service matrix lists Drive Recorder for i4 beginning with model year 2022; required cameras, equipment, activation and regional availability still apply.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Cameras & recording orientation diagram for BMW i4
Cameras & recording orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Confirm Drive Recorder is present or activated for the vehicle in the BMW ConnectedDrive Store.

  2. 02

    Open the iDrive menu, select Settings and then the Drive Recorder app.

  3. 03

    Select Recording allowed and enable Manual, Accident or both recording types.

  4. 04

    Start a manual clip from Drive Recorder by selecting Start Recording, or press and hold the Panorama View camera button when equipped.

  5. 05

    Select Cancel to stop a manual recording; review stored clips only while the vehicle is stationary.

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Important limits

  • Check local privacy and recording laws before use.
  • The official guide states that up to ten videos can be stored and that feature behavior depends on equipment.
  • Stored recordings are viewable only while stationary.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓If the app is missing, verify eligibility and activation in the ConnectedDrive Store.
  • ✓If the camera button does not start a clip, use Start Recording inside the Drive Recorder app.
  • ✓If a clip will not play, stop the vehicle safely before opening Recordings.
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Primary evidence

BMW USA FAQ — Activate BMW Drive Recorder

Relevant section or page: Drive Recorder — activation and recording. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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