BMW 550I Gran Turismo Problems by Year
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the BMW 550I Gran Turismo, across 3 model years (2010–2012). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (9). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
BMW 550I Gran Turismo years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 550I Gran Turismo model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2010 550I Gran Turismo: 9 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2011 550I Gran Turismo: 7 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2012 550I Gran Turismo: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 550I Gran Turismo problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 550I Gran Turismo model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 550I Gran Turismo | 2 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 550I Gran Turismo | 7 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 550I Gran Turismo | 9 | 2 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 550I Gran Turismo years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (9), 2011 (7), 2012 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 550I Gran Turismo?
Electrical System, with 7 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW 550I Gran Turismo have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.