CarRecallWatchThe 2012 BMW 550i has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (14 reports).
2012 BMW 550i recalls
Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire
The electric auxiliary water pump in these vehicles may fail, causing its circuit board to overheat.
Fuel Pump Wires Can Melt, Causing Leaks or Stalls
Some vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps with wire contacts that may not be crimped tightly enough.
Most common 2012 BMW 550i problems
Problem areas named in the 36 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 14 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Tires | 8 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
2012 BMW with the N63 twin-turbo V8 engine, excessive oil consumption
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 drivetrain malfunction light came on as soon as the engine cut off.
The contact owns a 2012 BMW 550i. The contact stated after parking and exiting the vehicle, he noticed coolant leaking on the front driverâs side and saw white smoke exiting near the water pump. The contact stated the low coolant fluid and the drivetrain malfunction warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated the smoke disappeared on its own. The contact stated that he continued driving the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the water pump to be replaced. The vehicle was not repa
My car died in an intersection unexpectedly as if my battery had died. My infant was in the backseat. This was suck a busy intersection that police dept had to park behind me to keep me from being hit. The car could not be put in neutral to move it out of the way. After over an hour we were able to restart the car and excessive battery discharge message displayed. This is on top of me taking it to the dealership for excessive oil consumption and BMW was aware my motor would eventually give out.
Engine is available for inspection upon request. Earlier this month, my 550i completely shut off at a traffic light. When attempting to restart the engine, the Starter strained very hard and smoke came out of the engine. Engine was immediately shut off and the car was towed to a local shop. In turn the shop replaced the Starter the following day and heard knocking from the engine once it turned it over. Upon examination the shop pulled open the oil filter and it was full of metal shrapnel. I feel fortunate the car was not in motion at the time of the failure, given the engine shut off with no warning this could have resulted in a catastrophic accident.
2012 BMW 550i questions
Does the 2012 BMW 550i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 BMW 550i: Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire; Fuel Pump Wires Can Melt, Causing Leaks or Stalls. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW 550i?
Based on 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (14), Fuel/Propulsion System (11), Tires (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.