2008 BMW 650I
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 6 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 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
We have almost died in this car twice. The first time in 2017, I was driving down a city street and noticed smoke coming out of the hood. Immediately pulled over, and opened the hood to find starter in flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-12
Also filed under Engine and seats
Engine
2 of 6 total reports mention: engine.
Seats
1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats.
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 BMW 650I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 BMW 650I?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 BMW 650I have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.