CarRecallWatchThe 2020 BMW M550I has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (1 report).
2020 BMW M550I recalls
Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse
When the vehicle is shifted into Reverse, part of the rearview camera image can be obscured, or the screen may not turn on.
Rearview camera image may be partly blocked
The rearview camera image on certain BMW vehicles may be slightly obscured in a small portion of the view.
Rear-view camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk
The rear-view camera display on these vehicles can be adjusted so the backup camera image no longer appears, and the system keeps that setting the next time the car is put in reverse.
Most common 2020 BMW M550I problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
The front differential and rear drive train has been problematic and has failed in model years starting 2019. My car is a April 2020 car with 34,000 miles and has already failed. There are numerous cars that share the same V8 engine and drive train, has similar front differential failures at very low mileage. BMW USA seems to not car and address the issue after it being brought to their attention.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BMW M550I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO STOP, THE AUTO STOP FUEL SAVING SYSTEM SUDDENLY ACTIVATED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER WEST HERR BMW LOCATED AT 4250 W HENRIETTA RD, ROCHESTER, NY 14623 WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. NO FAILURE WAS FOUND WITH THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000. THE VIN WAS INVALID.
2020 BMW M550I questions
Does the 2020 BMW M550I have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2020 BMW M550I: Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse; Rearview camera image may be partly blocked; Rear-view camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW M550I?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Power Train (1), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 BMW M550I 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.