BMW 840CI Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW 840CI, across 3 model years (1995–1997). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.
BMW 840CI years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 840CI model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1997 840CI: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 1996 840CI: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 1995 840CI: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 840CI problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 840CI model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 840CI | 2 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 1996 840CI | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1995 840CI | 1 | 1 | — | Visibility |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 840CI years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (2), 1996 (1), 1995 (1). 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 840CI?
Exterior Lighting, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW 840CI have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.