2010 BMW 550i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2010 BMW 550i recalls

Most common 2010 BMW 550i problems

Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	4
Power Train	3
Electrical System	3
Wheels	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Unknown Or Other	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

What owners report

2023-12-19, Engine
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 .

2022-03-10, Engine
On 11/10/21 I was advised by Long Beach BMW (Long Beach, CA) that my car needs a new engine. The car smells of gas (both when running and when sitting) and burns excessive amounts of oil. The car requires a quart of oil every 200 - 400 miles. The first engine was replaced after only 77,000 miles because the car was stalling unexpectedly. Now, the current engine needs to be replaced after only 51,000 miles because the car smells of gas (likely because the fuel injection system is not working properly) and because it is burning excessive amounts of oil. BMW expects me to cover the cost of a new engine even thought there is an obvious defect. I contacted BMW of North America and they offer

2018-07-27, Power Train
WHEN DRIVING FREEWAY OR STREET, TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONS CAUSING IT TO DROP INTO A LOW GEAR AND REDUCE SPEED SIGNIFICANTLY. THERE IS NO MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ON THE TRANSMISSION. UNFORTUNATELY WILL NEED REPLACEMENT AT 8 YRS & 90K ON ODOMETER. BMW SHOULD RECALL AND FIX.

2018-07-12, Unknown Or Other
LETTER FROM SENATOR GILLIBRAND ON BEHALF OF MADELINE SINGAS, WHO IS THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY OF NASSAU COUNTY, SEEKING ASSISTANCE WITH A DOUBLE HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION FOLLOWING A FATAL CAR ACCIDENT IN HER COUNTY; *LD *JS *JS

2018-02-25, Wheels
WHEEL CRACKED - RUN FLAT TIRES WOULD NOT HOLD AIR DUE TO UNEXPLAINED CRACK IN WHEEL

2010 BMW 550i questions

Does the 2010 BMW 550i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2010 BMW 550i: Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 550i?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (4), Power Train (3), Electrical System (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.