2008 Bmw 650i problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Seats (1) · Power Train (1) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (43)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2024-01-16 · B510819 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2021-04-01 · B340414 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles: 1. visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees f) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Equipment 2018-11-01 · B012417 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
class action lawsuit settlement: 6 series (e64) convertible top function and operational issues. information bulletin provides the dcsnet claim submission information.
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2018-06-01 · B650709 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data: the route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
Showing the 6 most recent of 43 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-05-04 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/Lubrication:pipes, Hoses, And Fittings · 127,001 mi“the contact owns a 2008 bmw 650i. the contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, there was smoke coming from under the hood. the contact stated no warning light was illuminated. the contact pulled off the roadway and had the vehicle towed an independent mechanic. the independent mechanic diagnosed that the vehicle was leaking oil and the en…”
2020-09-10 · Power Train · 105,965 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 650i. the contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle entered limp mode and the speed was reduced. the contact stated the transmission warning light was illuminated. the contact stated he continued to drive the vehicle to his residence. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was inform…”
2020-01-03 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 121,876 mi“there was a recall on my in tank fuel pump that hasn't been replace i. notifyied my bmw dealer ship in henderson nv. and they and they refuse to recognize my recall about the fuel pump they refuse to do it. and yes i was driving the vehicle when it when the fuel pump fail. and my vehicle falls in the category of for the recall is listed in the re…”
2019-09-12 · Exterior Lighting · 51,000 mi“all the wiring to the standard xenon headlights and daytime running lights have deteriorated. it is a known problem by bmw, as they were using biodegradable wiring coating. the protective coating of the wires dries up, falls off and creates shorts leading to total headlight failure that cannot be repaired. there have been numerious complaints of…”
2019-02-12 · Seats · 🔥 fire“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. called the fire department to extinguish the fire and the car spent a week in the shop getting "repaired". this past week, again while drivi…”
2019-02-11 · Electrical System · 100,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 650i. the contact attempted to close the convertible top on the vehicle, but it would not close due to an electrical short. in addition, the service vehicle warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to bmw of las vegas (6900 w sahara ave, las vegas, nv 89117, (702) 570-0279), but no assistance was provided…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.