BMW 650I Problems by Year: Complaints and Recalls

BMW 650I years to avoid

No model year of the BMW 650I stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

All model years combined.

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Year	Score	Complaints	Top problem	Typical mileage	Recalls	Crashes
2017	-	1	Body		1	0
2015	-	4	Engine		1	0
2014	-	6	Driver assistance	56,939	0	0	Fewest complaints
2013	-	16	Engine	27,000	0	0
2012	-	20	Engine	63,000	2	0
2010	-	5	Engine		0	0	Fewest complaints
2009	-	4	Airbags		0	0
2008	-	6	Electrical	105,965	0	0	Fewest complaints
2007	-	22	Airbags	60,000	1	1
2006	-	20	Brakes	84,000	1	1

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

What years of the BMW 650I should you avoid?

No single model year of the BMW 650I has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used BMW 650I?

2010, 2008 and 2014 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (5, 6 and 6).

What is the most common problem with the BMW 650I?

Engine, with 33 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (13) and transmission (12).

How many recalls does the BMW 650I have?

5 recalls between 2006 and 2017. The 2012 model year has the most, with 2.

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