BMW 550I problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 67 owner complaints and 10 recalls on file for the BMW 550I (2006–2016).

Complaints
67
Recalls
10
Model years
11
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per BMW 550I model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every BMW 550I model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2016 550I10002Transmission & Drivetrain
2015 550I50000Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2014 550I30002Airbags
2013 550I60001Engine
2012 550I120102Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2011 550I200303Engine
2010 550I21001Engine
2009 550I10001Wheels & Tires
2008 550I90101Engine
2007 550I60001Engine
2006 550I20002Airbags

Most common BMW 550I problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    31 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    14 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    12 complaints
  • Electrical System
    12 complaints
  • Lighting
    8 complaints
  • Airbags
    6 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    4 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    2 complaints
  • Steering
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the BMW 550I received by NHTSA each month.

BMW 550I recalls

  • Recall 24V527000Jul 11, 20241,145 vehiclesModel years 2014

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

  • Recall 18V248000Apr 18, 201847,806 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 17V428000Jul 6, 20172,158 vehiclesModel years 2006

    Risk: Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.

  • Recall 16V914000Dec 20, 20163,506 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V832000Nov 17, 201691 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: Depending on the severity of the crash, inadequate activation of the driver and/or passenger air bags, safety belt pre-tensioners and active head restraints may increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V746000Oct 17, 2016136,188 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V718000Oct 30, 20157,162 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 15V188000Mar 31, 201513,443 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

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

  • Recall 13V564000Nov 12, 201376,565 vehiclesModel years 2006–2007

    Risk: Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.

  • Recall 13V407000Sep 11, 2013134,100 vehiclesModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other BMW models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology