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2019 BMW M850i xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 M850i xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2019 BMW M850i xDrive is equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and returns EPA fuel economy of 17 mpg city, 26 highway, and 20 combined. Reliability records indicate one owner complaint, primarily concerning the engine and engine cooling system, alongside three recalls issued for the model year. The minimal complaint count reflects limited early ownership reporting, while the recall tally signals areas the manufacturer addressed through formal campaigns.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy17/26/20 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11427583220. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size245/35R20/XL (95Y); Rear: 275/30R20/XL (97Y)OEM · verified
Wheel / rimFront: 8; Rear: 9; Optional: Front: 8.5; Rear: 9 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11427583220
Engine air filter13718699811 alt 13718699812
Spark plug12120057704
Battery61216806755 alt 61217604808
Front wiper blades61619478909
Thermostat11538632664 alt 11538685978
Cabin air filter64115A1BDB6 alt 64115A1BDB7

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 26 / 20 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2.

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs18 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum725.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum2900
RPM725.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum725.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum2900
RPM725.0

Brakes

ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
148 inch lbs., Step 2: 15 ft. lbs., Step 3: 70°48 in
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
173.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60 degrees, Step 3: 60 degrees, Step 4: 6073 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2019 BMW M850i xDrive dominate in one area — the engine & engine cooling, 1 of 1 reports (100%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 3 recall campaigns target the engine & engine cooling, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the engine & engine cooling pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
243
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Engine & Engine Cooling1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V513000Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 03/07/2019

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 750i xDrive, 2019 M850i xDrive Coupe, M850i xDrive Convertible, X5 xDrive50i, X7 xDrive50i, and M5 vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may not have been… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…

21V096000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraReported 19/02/2021

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 243 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
B0117242025-09-19EngineThe Fuel Injector Condition-Specific Repair Coverage Program applies to qualifying…
B0117242025-07-09Fuel/Propulsion SystemThe Fuel Injector Condition-Specific Repair Coverage Program applies to qualifying…
B0117242024-12-10Fuel/Propulsion Systemthe Fuel Injector Condition-Specific Repair Coverage Program applies to qualifying…
B5108192024-01-16Electrical SystemThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B6113052024-01-11Electrical SystemThe electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2019 M850i xDrive have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the M850i xDrive get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 26 highway / 20 combined mpg.