MODEL
BMW 640i
NHTSA safety across every BMW 640i model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the BMW 640i we cover (2019 to 2019), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 1 recall have been issued across those years.
The 2019 BMW 640i is a large, rear-wheel-drive Gran Turismo, a low-slung four-door fastback that slots above the 5 Series and targets buyers who want long-distance grand touring comfort wrapped in a sport-forward package. It competes in a rarefied segment of the luxury market, appealing to drivers who prioritize presence, performance feel, and cabin refinement over pure practicality.
From a pure safety-data standpoint, the 2019 BMW 640i presents a thin picture. NHTSA did not crash-test this model during the years we cover, which means there is no star rating and no Safety Index score to anchor our assessment. Shoppers cannot lean on federal crash-test results when evaluating this vehicle, and that absence is worth taking seriously regardless of how prestigious the badge is. On the recall front, the 2019 640i carries one recall across the model years we cover. That is a modest number for a low-volume luxury vehicle, but any recall demands attention. Owners should verify with BMW or NHTSA's recall lookup tool that any outstanding remedy has been completed on a specific vehicle before purchase. Owner complaints filed with NHTSA number just two for this coverage window, with zero reports of crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths attached to those filings. The complaint count is low, though the 640i's limited sales volume naturally compresses that figure. These are unverified allegations, not confirmed defects. Bottom line: the 2019 BMW 640i has minimal NHTSA safety data to evaluate. The single recall is manageable, and the complaint volume is quiet, but the lack of crash-test coverage leaves a meaningful gap. Prospective buyers should confirm recall completion and weigh that missing crash-test data carefully.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the 640i Gran Turismo for its composed, refined driving character and the way it blends a sporty low roofline with a genuinely spacious interior. The cabin materials and build quality draw consistent approval, and the ride comfort on longer journeys is frequently highlighted as a strength. Some reviewers note that the sloping roofline limits rear headroom for taller passengers.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2019 BMW 640i, so there are no federal star ratings available to guide your safety evaluation of this model year.
- There is one recall on record for the 2019 640i. Before buying any used example, run the VIN through NHTSA's free recall lookup tool to confirm the remedy has been performed.
- Only two owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this coverage window, with no associated crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported. The low volume partly reflects this model's limited sales numbers, so treat it as context rather than a clean bill of health.
- Because crash-test data is absent, shoppers who place high weight on independently verified occupant protection should consider whether optional safety technology packages on the specific vehicle, such as automatic emergency braking, help offset the gap in federal test coverage.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 BMW 640i with 1 recalls.