2006 BMW 650I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 650I years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 BMW 650I. That ranks 2nd out of 12 650I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is seats (4 complaints, 20%), typically at around 65,999 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 20owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 BMW 650I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 20% | 65,999 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 20% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 15% | 75,998 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 15% | 87,607 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 10% | 99,999 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 10% | 118,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 5% | 47,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 5% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 5% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 BMW 650I recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: On certain vehicles equipped with v8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it is possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. If this were to occur, the engine electronic control unit (ecu) could be affected so that engine stalling could result.
Risk: If stalling were to occur, the driver may not be able to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate and the power steering could fail increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will attach two ground cables in the engine compartment free of charge. The recall began on october 29, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Bmw airbag light illumination (EA08001) — opened Jan 4, 2008, closed Dec 31, 2008, led to recall 08V384000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Leak from fuel pump located under passenger rear side (right rear). Gasoline pooling next to electrical connection and excess gasoline dripping into interior and exterior. Explosion risk. Gasoline fumes.
Constant malfunctions of convertible top. Top wonât stay in locked position. Once top malfunctions windows wonât operate. This has been an ongoing problem. Has been in shop for repair of this item multiple times. Research shows many owners having same issues. Warning sign from BMW says drive…
The active steering system operates on and off. Steering is normal then the active steering system shuts off. Steering becomes very heavy. The warnings light now stays on all the time this is under all driving conditions and roads.
I was driving down the highway when i smelled something funny. A minute later i felt an extremely hot sensation on my left leg. I reached down and the seat was so hot that it burnt my hand from the brief contact. I pulled over to find that the heated seat element had burnt a hole in the leather…
Passenger seatbelt/airbag warning as follows: "pass. Restraint system - fault on passenger restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Continue to wear the safety belt." note: the vehicle is currently with a mechanic who has confirmed this is the "passenger seat mat…
Other BMW 650I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 650I | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 650I | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 650I | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 650I | 4 | 1 |
| 2014 650I | 6 | 0 |
| 2013 650I | 16 | 0 |
| 2012 650I | 20 | 2 |
| 2010 650I | 5 | 0 |
| 2009 650I | 4 | 0 |
| 2008 650I | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 650I | 22 | 1 |
| 2006 | 20 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW 650I?
Owners most often report seats, service brakes, air bags problems. The top one, seats, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 BMW 650I?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 BMW 650I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 650I model years, the 2006 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.