Bmw 850 problems
The BMW E31 is the first generation of the BMW 8 Series. It is a grand tourer built by BMW from 1990 to 1999 as a 2-door coupé, powered by either a V8 or V12 engine. Whilst it did supplant the original E24 based 6 Series in 1990, it was not a direct successor, but a new model class with a substantially higher price and performance than the 6 Series.
Development
Development of the 8 Series began in July 1981, with the design phase reaching completion in 1986, although the launch was delayed due to still-strong 6 Series sales. The 8 Series debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in early September 1989. The 8 Series was designed to move beyond the market of the original 6 Series. The 8 Series had substantially improved performance, as well as a far higher purchase price.
Over 1.5 billion Deutsche Marks were spent on total development (2019 USD nearly $900 million). BMW used CAD tools, still unusual at the time, to design the car's all-new body. Combined with wind tunnel testing, the resulting car had a drag coefficient of Cd=0.29, a major improvement from the previous BMW M6/635CSi's 0.39.
The 8 Series offered the first V12 engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission on a road car. It was one of the first vehicles to be fitted with an electronic drive-by-wire throttle. The 8 Series was one of BMW's first cars, together with the Z1, to use a multi-link rear axle.
CAD modelling allowed the 8 Series unibody to be 3 kg (6.6 lb) lighter than that of the preceding 6 Series (E24). However the production 8 Series was significantly heavier when completed due to the large engine and added luxury items—a source of criticism from those who wanted BMW to concentrate on the driving experience. Some of the car's weight may have been due to its pillar-less "hardtop" body style which lacked a "B" pillar.
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Common Bmw 850 problems
Based on the information from the sources provided, here are some common problems with the BMW 850 cars based on complaints from owners:
- Electrical System: The BMW 850 series is equipped with a range of electronic features, and owners have emphasized the importance of familiarizing themselves with the functions of these systems. Recalls have been issued for various electrical components, including potential issues with leaking glycol coolant, EGR cooler leaks, brake pedal connections, curtain airbags, steering gear, engine components, battery cables, and rear drive shafts. These recalls address safety and performance concerns related to the electrical and mechanical systems of the vehicle.
These common problems reported by BMW 850 owners encompass fuel efficiency, maintenance challenges, transmission issues, and electrical system recalls, highlighting areas where owners have experienced difficulties or concerns with their vehicles.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Bmw 850 years
We have researched Bmw problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Bmw 850 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Bmw 850 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Bmw 850 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Bmw 850 years
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Bmw 850 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Bmw 850 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Seat belts problems
- Structure problems
- Exterior lighting problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Bmw 850 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by 850 model years
A total of 1 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by 850 model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by 850 model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 17 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Bmw 850 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Bmw 850 vehicles.
List of Bmw 850 complaints
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2004-04-15
- Date Complaint: 2004-05-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: YV1LS5540V1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT IT HEAD ON. DRIVER OF THE OTHER CAR WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 40 MPH. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK
Bmw 850 1987
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-21
- Date Complaint: 2003-04-01
- VIN: YV1AX8850H1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE REAR SWINGING DOOR OF THE WAGON HAD ELECTRICAL WIRES THAT RAN THROUGH THE FRAME. OVER TIME THE DOOR CUT THROUGH THE WIRES, WHICH CAUSED THE REAR TAIL LIGHTS NOT TO WORK. *JB
Bmw 850 1986
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-10
- Date Complaint: 2002-11-25
- VIN: PLEASE PROV
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN TRYING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IT WILL BE HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO UNLOCK THE SET BELT AND THE CONSUMER WILL HAVE TO CLIMB OUT. DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED. TS
Bmw 850 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-30
- Date Complaint: 2002-11-14
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: PLEASE PROV
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN DRIVING AT 20MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING THE AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOY CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO PULL OVER. DEALER NOTIFIED
Bmw 850 1991
- Date Of Incident: 2000-05-25
- Date Complaint: 2002-05-15
- VIN: WBAEG1314MC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS FAIL TO HAVE PROPER ILLUMINATION WHILE DRIVING. THIS CAUSES POOR VISIBILITY FOR DRIVER. ALSO, HEADLIGHTS DO NOT FIT PROPERLY INTO SOCKETS.*AK. CONSUMER STATES THE DEALERS SOULTION IS TO REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT AT $500.00 EACH WITH THE SAME PARTS THAT WILL FAIL AGAIN, THE ADJUSTERS FALL OFF ON THEIR OWN.*JB
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-03
- Date Complaint: 2000-06-12
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WBAEG4323VC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ELECTRICAL SHORT UNDER THE DASH RESULTED IN FIRE.YH
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-02-01
- VIN: YV1LW5642V2
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: EGR SENSOR FAILED TWICE. *YC
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-02
- Date Complaint: 1999-02-01
- VIN: YV1LS5548V1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ALTERNATOR FAILED. *YC
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1998-04-01
- Date Complaint: 1999-02-01
- VIN: YV1LS554OV1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: BATTERY FAILED. *YC
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-02-01
- VIN: YV1LS5545V1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ASH TRAY MALFUNCTIONED. *YC
Bmw 850 1996
- Date Of Incident: 1996-06-01
- Date Complaint: 1997-09-19
- VIN: YV1LW5722T2
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: SHIFT LEVER IS DIFFICULT TO MOVE FROM PARK POSITION.
Bmw 850 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1997-09-19
- VIN: YV1LW5722T2
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHEN WASHING WINDOWS, ODOR OF ALCOHOL COMES INTO VEHICLE. CONSUMER BELIEVES HOSE TO REAR WINDOW WASHER LEAKS.
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1997-07-21
- VIN: YV1LS5536W2
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT, AND THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK
Bmw 850 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1997-07-21
- VIN: YV1LS5536W2
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT, AND THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK
Bmw 850 1993
- Date Of Incident: 1996-08-21
- Date Complaint: 1997-07-20
- VIN: YV1LS5506P2
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: MULTIPLE FAILURES INCLUDING BRAKE AND SPEED SENSOR FAILURES.
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