Model year guide

2014 BMW 650i

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 BMW 650i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2014 BMW 650i — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 BMW 650i at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints6
Combined19–20 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 BMW 650i recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2014 BMW 650i.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 BMW 650i common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

2014 BMW 650i MPG & running costs

Combined19–20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,225
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopOn some versions
Passenger volume97 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,125 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 BMW 650i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,125
Fuel only$21,125
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture Open

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deploymen…

NHTSA #EA21002 · Air Bags · opened Sep 2021

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 344

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 344.

N63TU1 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT SVC CAMPAIGN: OIL CONSUMPTION DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR

Bulletin B010122 · Engine · Jan 2026

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024

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 “di…

Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024

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 co…

Bulletin B340914 · Wheels · Jun 2023

After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.

Bulletin B651523 · Electrical System · May 2023

With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North America, LLC. The Sett…

Bulletin B010122 · Equipment · May 2023

The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in t…

Bulletin B840822 · Electrical System, Equipment · Mar 2023

With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North America, LLC.

Bulletin B010122 · Equipment · Dec 2022

According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault may or may not current…

Bulletin B650414 · Back Over Prevention, Seats, Air Bags · Oct 2022

The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, superseded t…

Bulletin SIB651312 · Electrical System · May 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 650I RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the BMW 650i

The second generation of the BMW 6 Series consists of the BMW E63 and BMW E64 grand tourers. The E63/E64 generation was produced by BMW from 2003 to 2010 and is often collectively referred to as the E63.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2014 BMW 650i trims & engines on record

Trims
xDrive GC · xDrive
Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 448 hp

2014 BMW 650i vehicles on record

Other BMW 650i model years

2014 BMW 650i — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW 650i have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2014 BMW 650i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 650i?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are latches/locks/linkages, forward collision avoidance, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW 650i get?

The 2014 BMW 650i has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–20 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.