Vehicle wa s sitting in garage, 3 hours after driving, vehicle began to smoke and a small fire started. The fire department arrived and bmw was contacted and towed to steerling bmw 3000 w. Coast hwy newport beach, ca. 92663, (949‑645‑5900). Delear referred consumer to bmw mfr. Due to fact there were no recalls. Bmw will not help consumer.
The worst 1997 BMW 850CI problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 BMW 850CI 2
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What 1997 BMW 850CI owners say
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Is the 1997 BMW 850CI reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 BMW 850CI, close to a typical 850CI model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 BMW 850CI?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1997 BMW 850CI have?
No recalls on record.
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