2019 BMW 850iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 8 owner complaints about the 2019 BMW 850i, most often about the power train. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 12, 2026. Updated daily.
Where the 2019 BMW 850i has problems
8 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2019 BMW 850i recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2019 vs. every other 850i year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 850i median. How we score
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What 850i owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The rear driveshaft Guibo (flex disc) was found cracked with nylon cords coming out during an unrelated service visit on October 1, 2026. The car was in for a window regulator repair; the Guibo was discovered on the lift. There were no prior warning lights or symptoms reported. The same part had…
The contact owns a 2019 BMW M850I. The contact stated that gear shifter became stuck in gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage…
Behind the cupholder the shifting unit is unsealed and liquids spill are causing shifting issues to the shifting control module. Also the Airbag sensor is under the same gap which can cause airbag malfunction. There are numerous reports on forums with all model types 2019+, not limited to the 8…
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