https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the BMW 550i. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:35:42 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2171979 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 1. TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. 2. CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONTAXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATION: Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when tu https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2143055 Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2011 BMW 550i experienced an unexpected fire in my driveway while my wife and I were sleeping. The fire nearly caused our house to catch fire and also resulted in damage to my BMW Z4. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with someone regarding this matter. For your reference, the last seven digits of my VIN are [XXX] . You can reach me at [XXX] or via email at [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACT https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2143056 Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2011 BMW 550i experienced an unexpected fire in my driveway while my wife and I were sleeping. The fire nearly caused our house to catch fire and also resulted in damage to my BMW Z4. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with someone regarding this matter. For your reference, the last seven digits of my VIN are [XXX] . You can reach me at [XXX] or via email at [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACT https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2143057 Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2011 BMW 550i experienced an unexpected fire in my driveway while my wife and I were sleeping. The fire nearly caused our house to catch fire and also resulted in damage to my BMW Z4. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with someone regarding this matter. For your reference, the last seven digits of my VIN are [XXX] . You can reach me at [XXX] or via email at [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACT https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2133210 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Fuel pump failure causing engine to spontaneously shut down on road or freeway at any speed. This puts the safety of occupants in my car and the cars around me in danger as I need to put my hazards and safely move the car to the side of the road. No warning prior to failure. Warning and check engine light came on after problem occurred. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2129938 Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle abruptly shut off while reversing out of my driveway. Vehicle restarted after a long crank and appeared to enter a reduced power mode/limp mode with a transmission fault that locked the transmission in 4th gear. Reading OBD2 codes revealed a code for the crankshaft position sensor. Inspection of the 3 terminal sensor revealed 2 of the terminal contacts on the sensor to be shorted out wi https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2129939 Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle abruptly shut off while reversing out of my driveway. Vehicle restarted after a long crank and appeared to enter a reduced power mode/limp mode with a transmission fault that locked the transmission in 4th gear. Reading OBD2 codes revealed a code for the crankshaft position sensor. Inspection of the 3 terminal sensor revealed 2 of the terminal contacts on the sensor to be shorted out wi https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2083747 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owned a 2013 BMW 550I. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact was able to coast into the driveway. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle and there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. No warning lights were illuminated prior to the failure; however, several unknown warning lights illuminated when t https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2056624 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 BMW 550I. The contact stated that oil was leaking from the vehicle. The engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who declined to service the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that there was no warranty coverage on the vehicle. No additional assistance was provided. The fai https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-2020823 Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT 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. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#recall-24V527000-bmw-bmw-550i-2014 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT 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 model https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1999336 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT Passenger restraint system malfunction https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1984182 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle displays Transmission Malfunction & DSC and xDrive malfunction, this vehicle is available upon request for inspection. Currently been to two dealerships and all I got from the first dealership is to replace transmission at 59k mile. I purchased a used transmission same problem exist in the replacement transmission. As I was driving on highway, the transmission began displaying message abov https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1984183 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle displays Transmission Malfunction & DSC and xDrive malfunction, this vehicle is available upon request for inspection. Currently been to two dealerships and all I got from the first dealership is to replace transmission at 59k mile. I purchased a used transmission same problem exist in the replacement transmission. As I was driving on highway, the transmission began displaying message abov https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1984184 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle displays Transmission Malfunction & DSC and xDrive malfunction, this vehicle is available upon request for inspection. Currently been to two dealerships and all I got from the first dealership is to replace transmission at 59k mile. I purchased a used transmission same problem exist in the replacement transmission. As I was driving on highway, the transmission began displaying message abov https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1956028 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle was parked while running errands, returned to leave and it would not start. Went to trunk to check battery connection and found that the positive battery cable had burnt in two where it connects to cable that runs to the engine compartment. Carpet cover and sound deadening coating had burnt and cable fell through trunk floor on top of gas tank. Car was towed and insurance refused to replac https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1951544 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT I have been having issues , not sure what the problem is but the car doesn’t seem like it’s getting proper gas , & it shakes when I drive . I had to park it in the garage after having it towed home due to an unknown issue . https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1951545 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT I have been having issues , not sure what the problem is but the car doesn’t seem like it’s getting proper gas , & it shakes when I drive . I had to park it in the garage after having it towed home due to an unknown issue . https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1951546 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT I have been having issues , not sure what the problem is but the car doesn’t seem like it’s getting proper gas , & it shakes when I drive . I had to park it in the garage after having it towed home due to an unknown issue . https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1942039 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 BMW.The contact stated that he was getting ready to drive the vehicle, however when he started the vehicle, the ABS and check engine lights illuminated.The contact stated that he noticed the vehicle was overheating and turned the vehicle off.The contact heard an unusual sound which came from under the hood.The contact inspected and noticed that the coolant reservoir lid had https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1937449 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT The daytime running lights aka Angel Eyes wiring is sub-standard. The plastic coating on the wires for the daytime running lights/Angel Eyes has melted away exposing bare wiring that has fused causing the lights to malfunction and not work. I believe the manufacturer is aware of this sub-standard issue and needs to provide a suitable fix or replacement for the sub-standard wiring of their product. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1924963 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 BMW 550I. The contact stated that after having an oil change performed, he noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a stem valve cover failure. The contact was informed that the valve cover needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1924423 Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT I was driving when the vehicle engine randomly shut down with out warning I was on the freeway at the time and could have been hit by a car. I took thr car to an auto repair shop, had the problem inspected snddiagnosed and was told the engine was faulty. I had the engine replaced and the same issue occurred. There were no warning lamps, messages, or alerts prior to the problem occurring. The drive https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1924424 Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT I was driving when the vehicle engine randomly shut down with out warning I was on the freeway at the time and could have been hit by a car. I took thr car to an auto repair shop, had the problem inspected snddiagnosed and was told the engine was faulty. I had the engine replaced and the same issue occurred. There were no warning lamps, messages, or alerts prior to the problem occurring. The drive https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1924425 Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT I was driving when the vehicle engine randomly shut down with out warning I was on the freeway at the time and could have been hit by a car. I took thr car to an auto repair shop, had the problem inspected snddiagnosed and was told the engine was faulty. I had the engine replaced and the same issue occurred. There were no warning lamps, messages, or alerts prior to the problem occurring. The drive https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1923982 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2006 BMW 550I. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front passenger’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V428000 (Air Ba https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1916931 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT I was driving and came to a stop and noticed smoke and an odd smell coming from under the hood. The heater control valve and the wire connector started to smolder and melt the plastic. If it wasn’t for me disconnecting the connector wire to the heater control valve, it would have definitely would have caught on fire.There was no warning other than the smoke and smell coming from the car. I am in t https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1886251 Sat, 08 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT Water resistant https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1884726 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT I purchased this car from a used dealer ship, drove it for less than a month. Then it started misfiring. I paid the car off in cash so I decided to change all of the coils and spark plugs so I did that outta my own pocket also. They put an insert inside of my 2nd spark plug so I need up getting it out and it wasn’t even a spark plug to my car. I was driving and it locked up the engine on me. I hav https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-550i#complaint-1864064 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Fuel pump supply / drive train malfunction. Vehicle was driven in freeway and has sudden message pop up on display screen and abruptly shut down. Unable to exit the freeway lanes. Stuck on the inbound lanes of freeway. Unable to re start vehicle to exit freeway. Took vehicle to local repair shop for inspection/repair to be made to fuel pump supply , only to have the same problem return in matter