MYRModel Year Report

2006 BMW 650I

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2006 BMW 650I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:44:44.288Z

Only 20 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 650I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2006: 20 complaints 2006 2007: 22 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 4 complaints 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2012: 20 complaints 2013: 16 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2017: 1 complaints 2017 2018: 0 complaints 2018
2006: 20 complaints
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YearComplaints
200620
200722
20086
20094
20105
201220
201316
20146
20153
20160
20171
20180

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

4 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 BMW 650I. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH AND COMING TO A STOP, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS SOFT AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160419

SEATS

4 of 20 total reports mention: seats.

FIRE INJURY
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I STARTED MY CAR TURNED ON BOTH HEATED SEATS AND BEGIN SEEING SMOKE AND SMELLED DISTINCT BURNING.... I PULLED OUT OF MY GARAGE AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED TO THE CURVE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141122

AIR BAGS

3 of 20 total reports mention: air bags.

TIRES

2 of 20 total reports mention: tires.

STEERING

2 of 20 total reports mention: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20071029 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V8 ENGINES, IN CONDITIONS OF BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES COMBINED WITH LOW HUMIDITY, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE TO OCCUR AT THE FUEL RAILS. IF THIS W

Remedy: DEALERS WILL ATTACH TWO GROUND CABLES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Campaign 07V479000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20080104 — EA (closed 20081231)

BMW AIRBAG LIGHT ILLUMINATION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 BMW 650I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V479000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 BMW 650I 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 2006 BMW 650I?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 BMW 650I have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.