KnownCarProblemsBMW 550i Problems by Year
Owners have filed 252 complaints with NHTSA about the BMW 550i since the 2000 model year. The years with the most are 2011, 2007, 2012. The most common problem overall: engine.
Counts are not adjusted for sales: popular years collect more complaints, and recent years have had less time to.
BMW 550i problems by model year
| Year | Complaints | Top problem | Recalls | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 550i | 35 | Fuel system | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 550i | 84 | Engine | 3 | 1 |
| 2008 550i | 32 | Electrical | 2 | 1 |
| 2007 550i | 37 | Air bags | 2 | 3 |
9 recalls in total across these years. Years with fewer than 25 complaints have no separate page.
Questions about the BMW 550i
- What years of the BMW 550i have the most problems?
- By owner complaints to NHTSA: 2011 (84), 2007 (37), 2012 (35).
- What is the most common problem with the BMW 550i?
- Across all model years, owners complain most about the engine (59), electrical (33), wheels and tires (32).
- Which BMW 550i years have the fewest complaints?
- Among model years at least four years old: 2016 (1), 2009 (2), 2014 (6). Fewer complaints can also mean fewer cars sold, so compare with sales before you decide.