2010 BMW 650I
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
3 of 5 total reports mention: engine.
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Valve stem seal issue. Car burns excessive oil. More than a quart every several 100 miles. The issue seems to be consistent across this engine model number N62.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-26
Suffered sudden engine stall in an expressway with no apparent explanation or reason last month. This was the second time this occurred.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-29
Seat belts
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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Warning light "Passenger restraining system malfunction". Very serious failure and direct impact to passenger safety. Santa monica BMW refused to even look at it without charging $330 diagnostic fee. Refused to repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-26
Also filed under Air bags
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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The contact owns a 2010 BMW 650I. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and then lost motive power, with the engine malfunction message displayed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-09
Air bags
1 of 5 total reports mentions: air bags.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2010 BMW 650I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2010 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 2010 BMW 650I?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 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.