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