2005 BMW 645CI
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 33
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
None on file
None on file
30% of complaints
Complaints per year
2005: 33 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
30% · 10 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The passenger restraint light came on dealer and warranty didn't cover charge me $1000.00 and it is still on what to do it's not right it's a safety issue please help and this is happening to many of this cars.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-20
Service brakes
18% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Seat belts
15% · 5 reportsElectrical system
12% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I own a BMW 645CI 2005 convertible I have issues yes isssues with this vechile, first issue is the infamous idrive that never really worked properly since I purchased the car, it blinks on and off for 30MINS then it would magically come on until one...
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-16
Seats
12% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing seat heater/cooler.
Show complaint excerpts
My wife was driving my kids to school, when smoked filled the cabin of the car. She panicked and called me and I told her to turn the car off and get out. My son noticed that his mother was smoldering. Please see the pictures attached.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-10
Tl*- the contact owns a 2005 BMW 645I with a current odometer reading of 26000 miles. The contact stated that while driving under dry conditions at about 5 MPH he felt an electric shock in his buttocks from the seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-03-02
As I was driving my 2005 BMW 645 ci yesterday, I noticed a strong burn smell in my car. I thought it was outside until I experienced the same odor today when I turned on my seat warmer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-21
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2005 BMW 645CI — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 5 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2005 BMW 645CI reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 BMW 645CI?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 BMW 645CI have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.