2012 BMW 650I engine problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2012 BMW 650I — 60% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While at complete stop engine shut off with no warning lights on dash board. BMW dealer related they do not know what is wrong with engine.”
filed Jan 4, 2023
“Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw 650i. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal odor appeared inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact noticed black exhaust coming from the tailpipe. The contact that that the oil tube was refilled every 80 to 100 miles. The vehicle…”
filed Oct 20, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheatCampaign 18V248000 · Apr 18, 2018
Related service bulletins
This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with SI B11 06 14, "N63 Customer Care Package." The N63CCP and N63 Engine Check the Timing…
B111614 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 2022
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 BMW 650I
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.