2014 BMW 650i reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2014 BMW 650i holds 6 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most 650i years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electronic stability control (ESC) (1 of 6), then Engine (1) and Forward collision avoidance (1).
The 2013 650i has 16 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2015 has 4 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2014 BMW 650i. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (6 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 650I. The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to open as needed. The contact stated that the central locking system and key failed to unlock the doors. There was no…"
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"REGULARLY, PERHAPS EVERY 2 MONTHS, MY CAR'S AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM WILL ACTIVATE WITHOUT CAUSE. IT HAS ALWAYS HAPPENED ON A HIGHWAY AND IT SEEMS TO BE RELATED TO WHEN I PASS A LARGE TRUCK. THE SYSTEM WILL…"
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"DURING ROUTINE SERVICE LAST MONTH, LOCAL BMW DEALER FOUND THE DRIVE SHAFT REAR GUIBO/FLEXIBLE DISC WAS CRACKING AND RECOMMENDED IMMEDIATE ACTION. IT'S THE SAME PROBLEM AS WAS RECALLED ON OTHER BMW MODELS (SEE RECALL…"
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"THE POWER DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR HORN. (2) CAMERAS IGNITION COILS FOR MISFIRES. FUEL INJECTORS. FUEL SYSTEM PARTS TURBO SYSTEM FAILURE."
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"BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW ON 6/10/14 IN ILLINOIS. AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE THE DEALER TRIED TO SELL ME 10K WORTH OF ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES. I ASKED WHICH ONE(S) I REALLY NEEDED AND THEY SAID YOU NEED THE TIRE WARRANTY. THE CAR…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2014 BMW 650I 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2014 BMW 650I 4 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2014 BMW 650I C RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2014 BMW 650I Xdrive 4 DR AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| 650i convertible | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| 650i Coupe | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| 650i Gran Coupe | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| 650i xDrive convertible | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 650i xDrive Coupe | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 650i xDrive Gran Coupe | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 24V-527 covers certain 2015 BMW 6 Series Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe vehicles (among other BMW models listed in the campaign): the driver's front air bag will be replaced free of charge. Owner notification letters for this campaign were mailed in September 2024. Confirm applicability by VIN; the campaign unit total spans multiple BMW lines.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 BMW 650i reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2014 BMW 650i holds 6 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most 650i years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2014 BMW 650i?
The complaints owners file most often name Electronic stability control (ESC) (1 of 6), then Engine (1) and Forward collision avoidance (1).
Is the 2014 BMW 650i more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2013 650i has 16 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2015 has 4 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.
Has the 2014 BMW 650i been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2014 BMW 650i.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 BMW 650i?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2014 BMW 650i with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2014 BMW 650i get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2014 BMW 650i is 19.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a US BMW 650i use?
0W-30 With filter, about 10 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US BMW 650i?
Published US specs commonly list front 245/40R19, 245/35R20, 275/35R19, 275/30R20 and rear 245/40R19, 245/35R20, 275/35R19, 275/30R20; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US BMW 650i?
Recall 24V-527 covers certain 2015 BMW 6 Series Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe vehicles (among other BMW models listed in the campaign): the driver's front air bag will be replaced free of charge. Owner notification letters for this campaign were mailed in September 2024. Confirm applicability by VIN; the campaign unit total spans multiple BMW lines.