2014 Bmw 640i problems

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The third generation of the BMW 6 Series consists of the BMW F12 (two-door convertible version), BMW F13 (two-door coupé version) BMW F06 (four-door "Gran Coupé" version) executive-sized grand tourers. The F12/F13/F06 generation was produced from 2011 to 2018 and is often collectively referred to as the F12.

The F12 shares a platform and many features with the F10 5 Series and F01 7 Series, with the two-door F12/13 models having a shorter wheelbase than the F10, while the four-door F06's wheelbase matches the F10's.

The M6 versions are powered by the S63 twin-turbocharged V8 engine mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. It is the first M6 model to use a turbocharged engine.

Production of the F12 generation ended, first with the Coupé in February 2017, then the convertible in February 2018, and finally Gran Coupé models which were discontinued in September 2018. The successor to the F12, the BMW 8 Series (G15), began production in June 2018. The 6 Series nameplate was re-used for the BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo (G32) which is still executive-sized being based upon the contemporary 5 Series (G30) and has features of a four-door coupé like frameless doors and sloping rear roofline; however unlike the F06 Gran Coupé which is a sedan the G32 Gran Turismo is a 5-door liftback succeeding the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo (F07).

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Common 2014 Bmw 640i problems

Based on complaints from owners of the BMW 640i 2014, several common problems have been reported:

  1. Airbag System Fault: Some owners have experienced issues with the airbag system, which required repair.
  2. Lane Departure Warning Steering Wheel Vibration Mechanism: This component can come loose, causing steering wheel vibration issues.
  3. iDrive Controller Jamming: Intermittent jamming or difficulty turning the iDrive controller has been reported.
  4. Sunroof Gaiters: Plastic components that prevent air from blowing in/out of the sunroof can deteriorate and need replacement.
  5. Center Console Issues: Problems with the center console lid not opening properly, requiring costly repairs.
  6. Driver's Window Regulator: Overheating issues leading to the replacement of the driver's window regulator.

These issues highlight a range of concerns that BMW 640i 2014 owners have faced, from safety-related problems like airbag faults to comfort and convenience issues with components like the sunroof gaiters and center console. It's essential for potential buyers to be aware of these common problems to make informed decisions about purchasing and maintaining this vehicle.

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How many miles does a BMW 640i last for?

A BMW can last 150-200,000 miles with proper care and if you drive the national average of 13,500 miles per year, you can expect to drive your BMW for 10-15 years according to MotorAsk.

What is the recall on the BMW 640i?

2017 BMW 640 Recall

The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. Action Need To Fix It: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017.

Is the 2015 BMW 640i reliable?

The 2015 BMW 6 Series has an above-average reliability rating of four out of five from J.D. Power. This rating is typical for the luxury large car class .

Is 6 Series BMW reliable?

BMW 6 Series coupe reliability

BMW came 14th in our 2015 Driver Power manufacturer survey, which bodes relatively well for 6 Series reliability. Generally, the brand has a good reputation for building solid vehicles, so this should remain the case for the 6 Series.

2014 Bmw 640i car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Bmw 640i problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Structure problems
  • Engine problems
  • Unknown or other problems
  • Air bags problems
  • Electrical system problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2014 Bmw 640i vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

2014 Bmw 640i complaints

The NHTSA has received 7 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2014 Bmw 640i.

2023-03-01

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-11-17
  • VIN: WBA6B8C5XED
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: Unknown
2020-02-26

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-02-01
  • VIN: WBAYPSC51ED
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: 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?
2018-10-04

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-08-04
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: WBALW7C5EDX
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: 2014 BMW 6401. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT FAILURE AFTER ACCIDENT. *AS *TR
2018-09-17

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-09-17
  • VIN: WBA6A0C51ED
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: 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.
2018-01-19

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-01-05
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: WBALW3C53EC
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: 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.
2018-01-10

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-01-03
  • VIN: WBALY1C55ED
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: BOTH DOORS WILL NOT OPEN WITHOUT USING THE POWER DOOR LOCK BUTTON. THE DRIVER SIDE WAS THE FIRST SIDE TO FAIL AND ABOUT FOUR MONTHS LATER THE PASSENGER SIDE IS NOW DOING THE SAME THING. THIS IS VERY CONCERNING DUE TO IF THE VEHICLE WAS TO GET IN A MAJOR ACCIDENT AND THE BATTERY BECOME DISCONNECTED I COULD NOT GET OUT OF THE CAR WITHOUT BREAKING A WINDOW. I HAVE A VIDEO OF THE PROBLEM BUT THE SITE WILL ONLY ALLOW PICTURES TO UPLOADED.
2016-05-19

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-05-18
  • VIN: WBA6A0C55FD
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 (NA) BMW 640I EQUIPPED WITH DUNLOP SP SPORT MAXX ET (NA) TIRES, SIZE: 245/35/R20 (NA). WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A LOCAL DEALER FOR ROUTINE REPAIR, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WERE BUBBLES AROUND THE SIDEWALL OF THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE AND IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000.
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More sources of information about 2014 Bmw 640i problems:

Considering used 2012-2014 640i any problems? | BimmerFest ...
Considering used 2012-2014 640i any problems? | BimmerFest ...
https://www.bimmerfest.com/threads/considering-used-2012-2014-640i-any-problems.829258/

Feb 27, 2015 ... Also, tons of gizmos and gadgets are more likely to fail at some point. 2014 BMW 640i GC w/ lighting, exec, m-sport.

My 640i reliability issues - 6Post.com | BMW 6-Series Forum
My 640i reliability issues - 6Post.com | BMW 6-Series Forum
https://www.6post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1833811

Jun 13, 2021 ... Those are the only repairs in three and half years. I'd say that's reliable, but as far as I know my 2014 X3 has never had a repair of any kind.

BMW 6 Series Questions - what are common problems with 2012 ...
BMW 6 Series Questions - what are common problems with 2012 ...
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/Discussion-t42063_ds802332

Jun 1, 2017 ... what are common problems with 2012 BMW 650i - I would like to buy a 2012 BMW 650i but so many of my coworkers are telling me not to buy it ...

650i
650i"s with over 60,000 miles threads - 6Post.com | BMW 6-Series ...
https://www.6post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1512109

My wife has a 2014 650i xdive with 65,000 miles on it. During the 4 years ownership, the car has been great so far. Only two problems to date, 1st, it's engine ...

What are your advice about the 650i gran coupe Are they any ...
What are your advice about the 650i gran coupe Are they any ...
https://www.reddit.com/r/BMW/comments/u5c1tc/what_are_your_advice_about_the_650i_gran_coupe/

Apr 17, 2022 ... For your first bmw it would be more pragmatic to go for a 640i instead. ... Yea my 640i MSport(2014) @94,400 miles. oil ... problems with the N63 ...

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