2014 BMW 550i recalls and problems

The 2014 BMW 550i has 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2014 BMW 550i vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 BMW 550i recalls

Recall 24V-527: Air Bags

Reported Jul 11, 2024 · 1,145 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: 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 Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Fix: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall 15V-188: Exterior Lighting

Reported Mar 31, 2015 · 13,443 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: 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. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2014 BMW 550i problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Air Bags	2
Steering	1
Engine	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 47,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2014 BMW 550i complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Mar 6, 2026

My engine keeps burning oil. Have to refill every 2 months. Needs repair or replaced engine. Purchased vehicle in 2023. Class action N63TU1

Air Bags · reported Aug 30, 2024

This is for a 2014 BMW 550i. Getting a red warning light indicating the passenger airbag is malfunctioning. The driver side had a recall but not the passenger. This is very dangerous and should be addressed. The dealership wants over $2,700 to fix it. Doesn't feel right. Reading on the message boards and sounds to be a common problem with these cars. Could use your help.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 60,000 miles · reported May 27, 2019

While driving on the highway my car suddenly stalled nearly causing a huge accident, the car was towed to the mechanic where it was discovered that there was an issue with the fuel pump. I noticed that there have been several recalls for this issue on prior year bmw models so called bmw directly and they said that at this time there is no recall in effect, it seems too coincidental that I have the exact same problem and feel very lucky not to have been seriously injured or killed as I was driving on the highway at 60 MPH and all of a sudden I have nothing.

Steering · at 11,750 miles · reported Aug 31, 2017

Clicking noise and steering wheel vibration while the car is in motion. Bmw acknowledges the problem, they say with the interactive steering system, but they do not have a fix. Symptoms are getting worse by the day and I believe safety is an issue here.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 47,000 miles · reported Jul 4, 2017

The high pressure fuel injector either fails or is incapacitated by the ECU for unknown reasons. In either case the drive train is put into a diminished mode which renders the vehicle under powered and also eventually emit white smoke. Once in this deminished mode especially on the highway the vehicle is a hazard to drive as it can barely keep up with the speed limit and in some situation will not allow for emergency manuvers due to lack of power. In my case there were two previous incidents that were reset by the dealership which indicated impending failure until the 3rd incident in which the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW 550i have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 BMW 550i: 24V-527 (air bags), 15V-188 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 BMW 550i?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (2 reports), followed by air bags (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 47,000 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.