2014 BMW 640I — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
7
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
10
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 BMW 640I
The 2014 BMW 640I has received a total of 7 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 10 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Structurebody (2 complaints), Air Bags (1 complaint), and Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 BMW 640I
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW 640I. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2014 BMW 640I
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW 640I. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tiressidewall | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
BOTH DOORS FAIL TO UNLOCK WHEN THE POWER IS OUT. LIFTING THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE DOES NOT UNLOCK THE DOOR. THEY ONLY WAY TO UNLOCK THE DOOR IS TO USE THE ELECTORNIC UNLOCK BUTTON. BMW SAYS AN ELECTRICAL COMPONENT HAS FAILED AND NEEDS REPLACING FOR THE MANUAL OPERATION TO WORK CORRECTLY AND WANTS $1300 TO REPAIR IT. THE DOORS SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE AN MANUAL EGRESS. IF THE CAR IS IN AN ACCIDENT AND LOSES POWER, YOU CAN NOT GET OUT. ANY DESIGN THAT REQUIRES POWER ASSIST TO EXIT THE CAR, CAN NOT BE CORRECT. WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IN THE CASE OF A FIRE?
2014 BMW 6401. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT FAILURE AFTER ACCIDENT. *AS *TR
DRIVER DOOR OCCASIONALLY DOES NOT UNLOCK WITH THE DOOR HANDLE. STANDARD OPERATION IS TO PULL HANDLE TWICE TO UNLOCK AND OPEN THE DOOR. THIS DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK, AND I CAN'T GET OUT OF THE CAR, WITHOUT FINDING THE KEYFOB, OR USING THE CENTRAL LOCKING BUTTON ON THE DASH. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. IF THE BATTERY WERE TO FAIL, OR IF IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE POWER IS LOST, THE DOOR WON'T OPEN. I HAVE VIDEOS OF THE FAILURE. THIS OCCURS WHEN PARKED, VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, AND ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE CAR. IT HAS OCCURRED AT HOME, AND AT SEVERAL OTHER LOCATIONS. HAS OCCURRED TO ME BETWEEN 06-2018 AND 9-2018, AND WEATHER HAS NOT BEEN COLD.
MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WENT BLANK AT 52K MILES NO DATA NOTHING. FOR SUCH HIGH PRICED CAR TO HAVE AN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TO GO BAD AFTER 3 YEARS IS A DISGRACE TO BMW. CALLED BMW AND THEY DENIED THE REPAIR DUE TO THE FACT THE CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY DUE TO THE MILES 2800 OVER. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED WITH BMW . THIS HAPPENED WHEN THE CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET.
Safety Rating for the 2014 BMW 640I
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 BMW 640I in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 BMW 640I
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 10 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 BMW 640I. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B340914 — WHEELS
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following DSC fault codes for the wheel speed sensors are stored: 480712 and/or 480715 and/or 480718 and/or 48071B They cannot be cleared, even though the wheel speed sensors work correctly and no problem can be found with the...
B340515 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.
B514315 — EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT A Groaning Noise from the Rear Center Console Is Heard. A groaning noise is heard from the center console area. The noise can be reproduced by pressing against the center console. The support ribs of the rear passenger compartment air conditioning control panel rub against the left and right...
B122315 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"Reduced Engine Power with ""Charging Pressure Too High"" Faults Stored. When accelerating under certain conditions, the engine power may be reduced and a Check Control Message (CCM) ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed"" is displayed. The following charging pressure control fault is stored in the DME: ? Fault 120208: Exhaust...
B122114 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?SI B12 21 14May 2015 Engine Electrical SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 21 14 dated April 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Engine Malfunction Warning Illuminated with FC 193208: Fuel Level Plausibility Stored in DME. The customer states that the engine malfunction warning lamp is...
650214 — EQUIPMENT
Headunit High Is Constantly Resetting. After connecting a mobile device via Bluetooth, the Headunit High (HU-H) constantly resets. This is because the mobile device paired/connected to the vehicle contains one or more emails with 30 or more recipients. Note: In this situation, a reset is when the HU-H shuts down...
620613 — ENGINE
Condition Based Service Due Date Is Reset to 01/2000. The Condition Based Service (CBS) due date is reset to 01/2000 and cannot be updated for: * Oil Service * Check Vehicle Note: No fault code is stored Software error in the Instrument Cluster.
611313 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). The Car Access System (CAS) was incorrectly coded with ISTA/P 2.49.2 or earlier, causing the anti-theft alarm system panic button on the remote control to stop functioning. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F12 vehicles which were produced from August 2010 to June 2012....
520113 — AIR BAGS
"Front Crash-Active Headrest Has Limited Height Adjustment. INFORMATION This bulletin will help you understand the features of the crash-active headrest and explain the benefits to your customers and center staff. 1. Learn the safety features and operation of the front seat and crash-active headrest. Photos A and B: In the...
M520113 — SEATS
Front Seat Lumbar Support Not Working. The lumbar support does not function properly or at all for one or both front seats. CAUSE In most cases, the lumbar knob will rotate with limited or no movement of the lumbar support; this is due to a fractured or broken lumbar support.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 BMW 640I
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 640I
- 2012 BMW 640I — 1 complaint
- 2013 BMW 640I — 11 complaints
- 2014 BMW 640I (current)
- 2015 BMW 640I — 6 complaints
- 2016 BMW 640I — 2 complaints
- 2017 BMW 640I — 0 complaints
- 2018 BMW 640I — 8 complaints
- 2019 BMW 640I — 2 complaints