2007 BMW 650I
Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 4 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
5 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
My bmw start smoking from the inside then caught on fire it was a electric fire on the light module
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-09
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. While parked, the positive wires in the vehicle caught fire. It was unknown how the fire was extinguished. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the wire harness failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-13
Dashboard completely cracked! Same problem with car not starting lights on das flashing ! Bought it used 4 yrs ago on 3RD battery severs thousand dollars later I just picked up at service center again .
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-19
Air bags
5 of 22 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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As a result of the car accident the driver of the car was severely injured and the passenger passed away, because the airbags did not open.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-25
Steering
3 of 22 total reports mention: steering.
Service brakes
3 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes.
Seat belts
3 of 22 total reports mention: seat belts.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-10-29Engine and engine cooling07V479000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 BMW 650I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V479000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2007 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 2007 BMW 650I?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 BMW 650I have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.