2019 Bmw 640i problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels (1) · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera (1)
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Safety recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 2019-09-27 · campaign 19V684000 · 257,473 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Service bulletins (158)
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.
Engine 2024-09-12 · B010324 · Warranty Program/Extension
for this vehicle, the evap systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date. this coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclus
Engine 2024-05-02 · B010324 · Warranty Program/Extension
evap system purge (vent) valve ext ltd wty (elw) 15/150
Exterior Lighting 2024-03-14 · B630418 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
one or more of the led daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
Engine And Engine Cooling 2024-03-04 · B120721 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
check control message (ccm) indicates: (id 213): stop, exercising due care. voltage supply the service engine soon light is on with the following dme fault code: 21b209 - starter alternator / belt for 48v system (osa_riemen_riss): belt betweencombustion engine and starter generator torn and/or o
Electrical System 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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 158 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-06-07 · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera · 36,423 mi“the contact owns a 2019 bmw 640i. the contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, he noticed that the back over prevention camera was inoperable. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be inspected. the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not equipped with the reverse camera and that there was an additional cost to install …”
2020-01-29 · Wheels · 8,500 mi“this car has bridgestone potanza s001 tires that are summer tires and are not safe for winter, i learned that driving on a snow day in town. not drivable.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.