bmw 645ci Problems

bmw 645ci 2005 Complaints

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the car was driven home from work, approximately 15 miles, and was parked in the garage of our home. ten minutes later it combusted and began burning from the engine compartment. it burned to the ground and gutted our house.

Reported in: MONARCH BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73475B

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

tl*- the contact owns a 2005 bmw 645i with a current odometer reading of 26000 miles. the contact stated that while driving under dry conditions at about 5 mph he felt an electric shock in his buttocks from the seat. the contact repositioned himself in the seat and felt the shock again, and this time it went all the way down his leg. the contact stated that he pulled to the side of the road and saw smoke coming from his seat. he called the fire department and as he looked in the hole in the seat he could see electric current passing through . the fire department came out and disconnected the fuse for the heated seats. the contact made an appointment with the dealer to have the problem fixed. *ak

Reported in: CARMICHAEL CA || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEH73435B

SEATS

hot spot in the back of the driver's seat from the seat heater. the failure was the heating element burned a nickel-sized hole through the leather seat, through my winter coat, and singed my pants. this happened while i was driving but stopped at a light. i was able to pull over once i noticed the smoke rising from the coat after smelling something very bad. i didn't feel the heat due to the winter coat. the dealership is replacing the entire seat as the heating element and seat are one component.

Reported in: STAUNTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73465B

STRUCTURE

2005 bmw 645ci. consumer has leaking problems from the convertible top *gr the consumer stated rain leak inside the vehicle and destroyed all of the electrical components. the consumer stated the vehicle was at the body shop for repairs, and maybe the repairs were not done properly which caused the water leak in the trunk. the body shop claimed they only repaired the rear bumper and the exhaust. the consumer stated an e-mail was sent advising that the leak was coming from the convertible top and the history of the repair needed to be checked, because the drain hose had been repaired before. the consumer was told there were leaves and debris in the trunk causing it to clog and it was the consumers fault. the consumer stated the vehicle wasn't parked near any trees and it was impossible for leaves to be in the trunk. the consumer then discovered a technical service bulletin related to the problem she and her husband experienced with their vehicle. *jb

Reported in: BALDWIN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73435B

AIR BAGS

the module that controls the activation of airbags is defective. this results in a potentially severe and life threatening condition!

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73445B

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl*the contact owns a 2005 bmw 645ci. the contact was driving approximately 15 mph, and approached a traffic signal. while the brakes were engaged the vehicle began to roll, and the vehicle came to a complete stop after excessive force was applied to the brake pedal repeatedly. there was a recall associated with the nhtsa campaign id number (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum). the dealer informed the contact that he would be responsible for the recall repair expense, and the manufacturer would reimburse for the repair. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 72,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

2005 bmw 645ci. consumer requests reimbursement for replacement of the brake vacuum pump and labor costs for vehicle *tgw the consumer stated the pump had to be replaced due to a significant amount of oil leaking which compromised the brake system. the consumer received a recall notice a month after having the vehicle repaired. *jb

Reported in: WESTLAKE VILLAGE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK734X5B

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2005 bmw 645ci. while at a light the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle several times but was unable to start it. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the computer was reset. the failure continued to occur after the computer was reset. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 70,800.

Reported in: ACWORTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73435B

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2005 bmw 645ci. the contact stated that the front passenger seat mat sensor illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer advised the contact that her vehicle was not included in any recalls and offered no further assistance. the manufacturer was aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the current and failure mileages was 65,000.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73495B

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 bmw 645ci. the contact stated while driving 20 mph the steering failed and she lost control of the vehicle momentarily. after regaining control of the vehicle, she drove it home. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were in the process of diagnosing the failure. the failure mileage was 57,000.

Reported in: LITTLE ROCK AR || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73415B

AIR BAGS

received indication that passenger restraint system on car had failed. required replacement at car owners expense. bmw refused to take any responsibility for this safety issue.

Reported in: BEVERLY HILLS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEH73495B

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

my car a 645ci 2005 started making a squeaking noise and i replaced the brakes and disc after spending $800 my car was having the same problem. i run the machine and said that it was the brake booster. i took my car to my local mechanic and bought a compatible piece for this car and got worse. then after spending over $400 i realized that there was a recall for these piece where bmw my local dealer in ny wanted to charged $2500 for the job. i told them about my local mechanic and they would not touch the car because the original piece was removed. what can i do i had to drive over 20 miles back to my house without brakes i was using my emergency brake the whole trip.

Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEH734X5B

AIR BAGS

the passenger restraint light came on dealer and warranty didn't cover charge me $1000.00 and it is still on what to do it's not right it's a safety issue please help and this is happening to many of this cars.

Reported in: EDISON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73445B

SEATS

as i was driving my 2005 bmw 645 ci yesterday, i noticed a strong burn smell in my car. i thought it was outside until i experienced the same odor today when i turned on my seat warmer. after some investigation, i've discovered there is small hole on my leather seat. apparently, the seat warmer burnt through the leather seat causing the smell. this have got to be a defect, how can bmw engineer a product that could potentially catch on fire. 02/20/2013 .... updated 03/08/13 *bf the consumer requested to have the complaint deleted from our database. updated 03/11/13 updated 3/13/13

Reported in: RESTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

WHEELS

2005 bmw 645ci. consumer writes in regards to settlement reimbursement for two wheel replacements. *smd the consumer was informed, two of the wheels contained several cracks on the inner lip of the wheel, which caused him to loose dangerous amounts of tire pressure on numerous occasions.

Reported in: FOREST HILLS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEH734X5C

SEAT BELTS

passenger restraint system failure - been doing a little research and it seems like bunch of ppl get this error. i don't think is normal because my passenger seat is rarely used and yet i'm getting that error. my car is in mint condition, never abused and always taken cared of. last time i was at the dealer they told me that the alternator makes the computer give out that error so i changed the alternator and the passenger restraint system failure error is still there. i believe that it should be a recall on the 6series models considering that bmw had similar recalls for their 3, 5 and x series models.

Reported in: PARLIN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: PARLIN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2005 bmw 645 ci. the contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the driver�s door erroneously opened. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure and current mileage was 88,000.

Reported in: RANCHO SANTA FE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: WBA3B1C59EK

ENGINE

water started leaking from the car and once checked found that the aluminum pipe under the intake had a cracked in it and had to replace the pipe with a new metal pipe, which cost me 1500.00 and the bmw mechanic states most of all these cars experience this same problem, which can lock up your motor or cracked the heads on it.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

i was driving on the highway and my bmw 645 fault message displayed (transmission related malfunction,drive moderately). after that,the service engine soon light came on,along with a new fault message that displayed (increased emission). after that, the car speed abruptly went from 60, to (what felt like first gear),then just cut off!! there were cars and trucks all around me,doing the speed limit of 60 or higher,just missing me,while i'm sitting stuck in the middle of the highway!! i proceeded to restart the car,and it started, with no fault messages;no service engine light; and drove fine for a few days,and then did the same thing again!! i took the car to a bmw repair shopped to have the fault codes read, which end up being a long list of codes, that the mechanics could not find the real cause of the issue. so,i had the shop replace my spark plugs; ignition coil; and reset the computer codes. the car drove okay for about a month,and then did the same thing again!! i don't know what to do,this problem could cause me to end up in a serious accident,i am afraid to drive the car!! as of 07/06/2014, my bmw 645 is often showing false; low oil message; increase emission; transmission malfunction; and clear after turning car off, and restarting the car!! i am so confused about this bmw 645!!

Reported in: PIKESVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73455B

ENGINE

Reported in: PIKESVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73455B

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: PIKESVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73455B

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owns a 2005 bmw 645ci. the contact stated that while traveling 30 mph up a hill, the brakes failed to respond. the brake pedal went to the floor and the contact had to apply the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed and repaired the brake booster , the vacuum pump, the brake master cylinder, the vacuum line, the brake vacuum pump, and the brake vacuum gasket. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 10v446000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the approximate failure mileage was 89,290.

Reported in: PERRY HALL MD || Crash: N || VIN #: WBAEK73465B

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