1995 BMW 850CSI Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 22, 2006 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1995 BMW 850CSI. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 51,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 1995 BMW 850CSI problems

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

Exterior Lighting1 · ~51,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Exterior Lighting1100%51,000——

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

1995 BMW 850CSI recalls (1)

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Engine and engine cooling:cooling systemAug 4, 1998 · NHTSA campaign 98V178000 · 340,000 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump, or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications of a critical overheating condition is not noticed by the driver, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur.

Risk: If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.

Fix: Dealers will install a new design radiator cap to control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating.

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Recent owner reports

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

On my 1995 bmw 850csi, the headlight adjusters have broken off the vehicle making it impossible to properly adjust the headlights. I have spoken with many owners of this vehicle and all have had the same problem. *nm

Exterior Lighting · received Mar 22, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10153438

Other BMW 850CSI years

YearComplaintsRecalls
199511

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 BMW 850CSI?

Owners most often report exterior lighting problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1995 BMW 850CSI?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 1995 BMW 850CSI a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 850CSI model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.