BMW 550i recalls and problems
11 recalls and 253 owner complaints for 11 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
11
Complaints
253
Crashes reported
9
Fires reported
16
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BMW 550i by year
Most reported BMW 550i problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 73 | |
| Electrical System | 43 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 37 | |
| Air Bags | 36 | |
| Power Train | 34 | |
| Tires | 30 | |
| Wheels | 21 | |
| Unknown or Other | 17 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 16 | |
| Steering | 12 |
All BMW 550i recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V-527 | Jul 11, 2024 | 2014 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series… |
| 18V-248 | Apr 18, 2018 | 2011–2012 | Engine and Engine Cooling | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M… |
| 17V-428 | Jul 6, 2017 | 2006 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, Inc. |
| 16V-914 | Dec 20, 2016 | 2016 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8… |
| 16V-832 | Nov 17, 2016 | 2011 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 BMW 528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 550i and 550xi vehicles manufactured March 1, 2010, through August 31, 2011. |
| 16V-746 | Oct 17, 2016 | 2011–2012 | Fuel System, Gasoline | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011… |
| 15V-718 | Oct 30, 2015 | 2016 | Seats, Child Seat | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. |
| 15V-188 | Mar 31, 2015 | 2013–2014 | Exterior Lighting | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. |
| 13V-564 | Nov 12, 2013 | 2006–2007 | Air Bags | BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year… |
| 13V-407 | Sep 11, 2013 | 2008–2010 | Exterior Lighting | BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. |
| 07V-479 | Oct 12, 2007 | 2006–2008 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain vehicles equipped with v8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it is possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW 550i?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2011 BMW 550i has the most reports (84). Check the 2011 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW 550i have?
NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls covering BMW 550i model years 2006–2014, 2016.
What are the most common BMW 550i problems?
Owners report engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems most often.