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BMW 550i GT

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

279

Active records

Recalls

15

Active records

TSBs

575

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

2

Crashes

4

Fires

16

Top reported issues — BMW 550i GT

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Condition issue

107

Operating state

77

Engine behavior

54

Performance issue

42

Reporting mechanism

39

Fluid issue

37

Thermal issue

32

Vibration/harshness

29

Noise

23

Ride/handling behavior

20

Safety restraint issue

14

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

12

Smell

10

Access/entry issue

9

Electrical issue

9

Braking behavior

6

Steering behavior

6

Powering on/off behavior

5

Recent change

5

Starting behavior

5

Infotainment behavior

3

Driver assistance issue

2

HVAC behavior

2

Safety restraint behavior

2

Lighting behavior

1

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2014 BMW 550I

Filed 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

2011 BMW 550I

Filed Jan 31, 2026


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 turning the steering wheel while stationary. I am reporting safety issues that were never addressed…

2011 BMW 550I

Filed Oct 25, 2025


Fire

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 REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2015 BMW 550I

Filed Sep 23, 2025


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.

2013 BMW 550I

Filed Apr 17, 2025


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 the vehicle failed to restart. The contact's husband checked the vehicle and became aware of smoke…

2011 BMW 550I

Filed Jan 17, 2025


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 failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

2014 BMW 550I

Filed 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.

2014 BMW 550I

Filed Jun 13, 2024


Passenger restraint system malfunction

2011 BMW 550I

Filed Apr 17, 2024


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 above and caused the vehicle suddenly slow down without warning lights causing me to avoid an accident…

2011 BMW 550I

Filed Jan 7, 2024


Fire

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 replace what caused fire, only what burnt from source ie. carpet cover and floor but not wiring. BMW…

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.