MYRModel Year Report

2008 BMW 650I

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2008 BMW 650I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:46:08.049Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 650I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 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
2008: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
200620
200722
20086
20094
20105
201220
201316
20146
20153
20160
20171
20180

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.

FIRE
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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, 20190212

ENGINE

2 of 6 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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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, 20190212

SEATS

1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats.

FIRE
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, 20190212

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.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 BMW 650I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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