BMW 550XI Problems by Year
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW 550XI, across 3 model years (2013–2016). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
BMW 550XI years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 550XI model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2013 550XI: 7 complaints, 1 recall
- 2016 550XI: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
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 550XI problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 550XI model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 550XI | 2 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 2014 550XI | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 550XI | 7 | 1 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 550XI years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2013 (7), 2016 (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 550XI?
Engine, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW 550XI have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.