2010 BMW 650I Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 9, 2025 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 650I years
Not enough data 7th of 12 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 BMW 650I. That ranks 7th out of 12 650I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 30,226 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2010 BMW 650I problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine3 · ~30,226 mi
Air Bags1 · ~37,900 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~128,000 mi
Seat Belts1 · ~37,900 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~50,451 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine360%30,226——
Air Bags120%37,900——
Engine and Engine Cooling120%128,000——
Seat Belts120%37,900——
Unknown or Other120%50,451——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 2 complaints
2014: 2201422016: 1201612021: 1202112025: 120251

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2010 BMW 650I recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 BMW 650I.

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.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2010 BMW 650I. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and then lost motive power, with the engine malfunction message displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the VANOS system had…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 9, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11665843

Valve stem seal issue. Car burns excessive oil. More than a quart every several 100 miles. The issue seems to be consistent across this engine model number N62. My vin number is [XXX] and as a multiple BMW owner, I think BMW should recall and fix all BMWs with these issues that are appear to be a…

Engine · received May 26, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11418686

There is a recall on the 2010 650i bmw the recall number is 10v4466000 for the brake vacumm pump leaking oil and upon speaking with someone at the bmw 800 number they indicated that this issue was vin number specific. My argument against this issue is that if it was a vin specific issue but other…

Engine · received Sep 8, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10904710

Warning light "passenger restraining system malfunction". Very serious failure and direct impact to passenger safety. Santa monica bmw refused to even look at it without charging $330 diagnostic fee. Refused to repair. Refused to work with 3rd party extended warranty insurer. *tr

Air Bags · received Jun 26, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10606366

Suffered sudden engine stall in an expressway with no apparent explanation or reason last month. This was the second time this occurred. The first time was approximately several months earlier and after limping to a safe place and turning the motor off, resting for a while, it restarted. I had the…

Engine · received Apr 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10585472

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 650I?

Owners most often report engine, air bags, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2010 BMW 650I?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2010 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 2010 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.