2015 Bmw 640i Safety Report

The 2015 BMW 640I exhibits a relatively low volume of safety complaints with only 4 total reported to NHTSA, including 1 crash incident and 2 reported injuries, but no fatalities or fires. This low complaint count suggests that widespread, systemic safety issues are not prevalent. However, the vehicle does have one significant recall concerning the driver's side frontal airbag inflator module. This recall, affecting various BMW models from 2013-2015, addresses a critical safety defect where an inflator explosion could propel sharp metal fragments, increasing the risk of severe injury or death. Owners should ensure this recall has been addressed. Complaint patterns, despite the low volume, point to some specific concerns. Two out of four complaints relate to WHEELS, with one owner reporting a cracked wheel due to a 'defect in design' and another experiencing tire blowouts. This suggests a potential vulnerability in the wheel/tire assembly. Another complaint details a STRUCTURE issue involving water leaks from the third rear brake light leading to mold, and a separate incident where the driver's side door would not stay shut after multiple repair attempts, indicating potential structural or latching mechanism flaws. The low number of complaints makes it difficult to establish definitive widespread patterns, but these specific issues are notable. NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2015 BMW 640I are not available (N/A) for Overall, Frontal, Side, or Rollover categories. This lack of official crash test data means that the vehicle's performance in controlled crash scenarios cannot be directly assessed through NHTSA's rating system. Therefore, the safety assessment relies more heavily on the recall information and the limited, but specific, complaint data. The single recall for a critical airbag component is the most significant safety concern identified.

Our recommendation: Given the critical airbag recall and unrated crash test performance, ensure the airbag recall has been completed and thoroughly inspect the wheels and body for any signs of structural issues or leaks before purchasing.