2014 BMW 550i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2014 BMW 550i has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (2 reports).

2Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 BMW 550i recalls

Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants

Recall 24V527Jul 11, 20241,145 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal airbag inflator may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing defect.

Rear reflectors may not reflect enough light, raising crash risk

Recall 15V188Mar 31, 201513,443 vehicles affected

The rear reflex reflectors on these 2013 BMW 5 Series and M5 vehicles may not reflect enough light.

Most common 2014 BMW 550i problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Air Bags2
Steering1
Engine1

What owners report

2026-03-06, Engine
My engine keeps burning oil. Have to refill every 2 months. Needs repair or replaced engine. Purchased vehicle in 2023. Class action N63TU1
2024-08-30, Air Bags
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.
2024-06-13, Air Bags
Passenger restraint system malfunction
2019-05-27, Fuel/Propulsion System
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY CAR SUDDENLY STALLED NEARLY CAUSING A HUGE ACCIDENT, THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH THE FUEL PUMP. I NOTICED THAT THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL RECALLS FOR THIS ISSUE ON PRIOR YEAR BMW MODELS SO CALLED BMW DIRECTLY AND THEY SAID THAT AT THIS TIME THERE IS NO RECALL IN EFFECT, IT SEEMS TOO COINCIDENTAL THAT I HAVE THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM AND FEEL VERY LUCKY NOT TO HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HAVE NOTHING.
2017-08-31, Steering
CLICKING NOISE AND STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION. BMW ACKNOWLEDGES THE PROBLEM, THEY SAY WITH THE INTERACTIVE STEERING SYSTEM, BUT THEY DO NOT HAVE A FIX. SYMPTOMS ARE GETTING WORSE BY THE DAY AND I BELIEVE SAFETY IS AN ISSUE HERE.

2014 BMW 550i questions

Does the 2014 BMW 550i have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2014 BMW 550i: Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants; Rear reflectors may not reflect enough light, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 550i?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Air Bags (2), Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 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.

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