BMW 850 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the BMW 850, across 3 model years (1995–1997). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
BMW 850 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 850 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most 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 850 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 850 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 850 | 7 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1996 850 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1995 850 | 3 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 850 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (7), 1995 (3), 1996 (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 850?
Air Bags, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW 850 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.