AI DamageBMW 840I: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the BMW 840I across 7 model years: 0 owner complaints and 194 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 150 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 139 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 8 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Fan Return
- The manual starting of electronic engine oil level measurement from inside the vehicle, usually…
- The NVLD modules limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15…
- Once the Telematics Module (TCB2) enters sleep mode, a BMW Data Services trigger for Remote…
- The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has…
- Customers may report issues with the alarm system not functioning correctly
- If the seat ventilation is deactivated via the switch or due to parking the vehicle, the fans in the seat…
- There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following
- There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following
- The customer states
- Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator
- DELIVERY STOP
Repair videos
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.