BMW 650I Problems by Year
BMW 650I years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 650I year: 2006, 2007, 2012, 2013. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 650I: 22 complaints, 1 recall
- 2012 650I: 20 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2006 650I: 20 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 650I problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 29 | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 6 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Seats | 11 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| Wheels | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 650I model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 650I | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2017 650I | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2016 650I | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2015 650I | 4 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2014 650I | 6 | 0 | — | Electronic Stability Control (esc) | |
| 2013 650I | 16 | 0 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2012 650I | 20 | 2 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 650I | 5 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2009 650I | 4 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2008 650I | 6 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 650I | 22 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 650I | 20 | 1 | — | Seats | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 650I years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2006 (20), 2007 (22), 2012 (20), 2013 (16) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 650I year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 650I?
Engine, with 29 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW 650I have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.