2017 BMW 650I: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 BMW 650I: 1 recall, 1 owner complaint and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V914000 · 2016 · 3,506 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that May fail to ignite during a crash.
Why it matters: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seats (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 BMW 650I has 1 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 10 650I model years for complaints (well below the 10 average).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Premium |
| 4.4 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Premium |
| 4.4 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 24 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 BMW 650I have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2017 BMW 650I. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 BMW 650I problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seats (1), body & structure (1), electrical (1).
What gas mileage does the 2017 BMW 650I get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (4.4 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 BMW 650I repair manual?
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