Model year guide

2018 BMW M850I

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 BMW M850I is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.

2018 BMW M850I — representative photo
Representative photo

2018 BMW M850I at a glance

Safety recallsNone

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

2018 BMW M850I recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2018 BMW M850I.

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.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 8

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.

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

Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-

Bulletin B340714 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2023

Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.

Bulletin B662419 · Equipment · Sep 2022

The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) without changing any climate control settings. In some cases the air conditioning may…

Bulletin SIB640821 · Visibility · Jun 2022

Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: Opening, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digital Key Card are not a…

Bulletin SIB662419 · Electrical System, Equipment · Jun 2022

The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.

Bulletin B170121 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 2022

PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED. The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal. The door window cavity seal rubber is abrasive and may scuff the door jamb area when opening and closi…

Bulletin B513218 · Structure · Jan 2019

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the M850I. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2018 BMW M850I vehicles on record

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2018 BMW M850I — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 BMW M850I have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2018 BMW M850I. 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.

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