CarRecallWatchThe 2007 BMW 550i has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (8 reports).
2007 BMW 550i recalls
Most common 2007 BMW 550i problems
Problem areas named in the 37 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Steering | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 |
| Wheels | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
What owners report
The vehicle is Burning a lot of oil due to the valve stem seals. Because of how the engine was designed. Since 2011 to 2018 was a law suit of the same engine since 2000 of the N62 V8 Engine of BMW. Smoke of oil comes out the exhaust and BMW cannot fix the issue they designed.
CAR HAS FAULTY PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR MATT. RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE WAS DONE IN 2014 - THE RECALL CALLED FOR INSPECTION AND POSSIBLE REPLACEMENT. IN THE INSTANCE OF MY CAR THE MATT WAS INSPECTED AND NOT-REPLACED. THE MATT NOW APPEARS TO BE FAULTING AS THE PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF LIGHT (FOR CHILDREN ETC.) IS ON EVEN WITH FULL GROWN ADULTS SITTING IN THE SEAT. SEEMS TO BE THAT THE AIRBAG WILL NOT GO OFF EVEN WHEN IT SHOULD. BMW ISSUES NUMEROUS WARRANTY EXTENSIONS FOR THE 04-10 E60 5 SERIES AND SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY REPORTED ISSUE. IN THE INSTANCE OF MY VIN THE RECALL WAS CONDUCTED (BUT THE MATT NOT REPLACED) AND THE PROBLEM THE RECALL AIMED TO CORRECT FOR IS OCCURRING. I WOULD SUGGEST ANOTH
THE INSULATION WIRING DETERIORATED CAUSING THE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT TO STOP WORKING WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY
OIL LEAKS DUE TO IMPROPERLY FITTING VALVE STEM SEALS. THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT RENDERING THE CAR CONSTANTLY LEAKING OIL AND VIRTUALLY IN DANGER OF COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE
WIRING IN HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES SHORTS OUT BECAUSE OF DEGRADED DEFECTIVE WIRING INSULATION. HEADLIGHTS CAN IMMEDIATELY FAIL WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT FAILED. *TR
2007 BMW 550i questions
Does the 2007 BMW 550i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 BMW 550i: Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 550i?
Based on 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (8), Steering (6), Exterior Lighting (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 BMW 550i has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.