Does the 2015 BMW 640I have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 BMW 640I, the most recent reported on July 11, 2024 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 640I?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (2 complaints), followed by wheels (2).

How many 2015 BMW 640I complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 BMW 640I recalls and problems

1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW 640I.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 BMW 640I recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 24V527000 · reported July 11, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC · 1,145 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system2
Wheels2
Engine1
Service brakes1
Structure1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 26, 2026 · Electrical system
Exposed junction box in engine bay as well as water leaking through yellow grommet destroying footwell electronics as well as shorting junction box in engine bay. Water ingress also leaking into glove box electrical fuses and components. Also water leaking into trunk shorting out telemetrics battery as well as fuses…

Aug 31, 2022 · Structure
The car is leaking from the third rear brake light (at the rear roof of the car). It appears the seals and possible clips/fasteners have failed and water is entering the car during rain or water immersion from the rear brake light, to the back seat, trunk, and rear floor. There is now visible mold in the car.

Dec 13, 2018 · Wheels · 22,500 miles
THE REAR TIRE WAS LEAKING CAUSING AN UNSAFE ROAD CONDITION. WHEN THE TIRE WAS INSPECTED IT WAS FOUND THAT THE WHEEL HAD A CRACK IN THE SUPPORT DUE TO A DEFECT IN DESIGN. THE DEALER STATES THAT MANY OF THE 5 AND 6 SERIES WITH THIS WHEEL HAVE ISSUES AND OFFERED ME A "WARRANTY PACKAGE" FOR THEM FOR $1700. WHEN DOING…

Aug 23, 2016 · Wheels · 11,000 miles
THE TIRES BLEW OUT WHILE ON A ROAD TRIP AT APP 11,000 MILES, SEPARATION RIGHT UNDER THE RIM. TIRES ARE STILL UNDER WARRANTY. HOWEVER, GOODYEAR DUNLOP WON'T BE SQUARE WITH WARRANTY, MAKING THE WARRANTY OF NO VALUE. IN FACT THEY LIED ABOUT THE CAUSE AT FIRST. STILL HAVE THE TIRE FOR REVIEW.

Jul 21, 2016 · Service brakes · crash reported
DRIVERS SIDE DOOR OPEN ON ITS OWN, WILL NOT STAY SHUT , DEALSHIP HAS BEEN UNABLE TOO FIX IT? SIDE DOOR DOESN'T CLOSE REPAIRED FOUR TIMES . ENGINE LIGHT COME ON? ROOF LATCH NO AIR BAGS WENT OF?DEALSHIP SAYS CODES SAY?THEY DID?

640I model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2012	2	1	0	1
2013	0	6	0	0
2014	0	7	2	0
2015	1	5	1	0
2016	0	1	0	0
2017	1	0	0	0
2018	2	5	1	0

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Questions

Does the 2015 BMW 640I have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 BMW 640I, the most recent reported on July 11, 2024 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 640I?: Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (2 complaints), followed by wheels (2).
How many 2015 BMW 640I complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 26, 2026.