2014 BMW 550I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 550I years
- Not enough data 8th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 BMW 550I. That ranks 8th out of 12 550I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 33%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 6owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 BMW 550I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 33% | 53,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 17% | 11,750 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 BMW 550I recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Fix: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Exterior lighting
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My engine keeps burning oil. Have to refill every 2 months. Needs repair or replaced engine. Purchased vehicle in 2023. Class action N63TU1
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…
Passenger restraint system malfunction
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…
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.
Other BMW 550I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 550I | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 550I | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 550I | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 | 6 | 2 |
| 2013 550I | 15 | 1 |
| 2012 550I | 35 | 2 |
| 2011 550I | 84 | 3 |
| 2010 550I | 11 | 1 |
| 2009 550I | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 550I | 32 | 2 |
| 2007 550I | 37 | 2 |
| 2006 550I | 23 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 550I?
Owners most often report air bags, fuel/propulsion system, engine problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 BMW 550I?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 BMW 550I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 550I model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.