2008 BMW 550I Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 BMW 550I. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 13V407000Sep 11, 2013134,100 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Tail lights
  Covers: BMW 550I 2008–2010, 535I 2008–2010, 528I 2008–2010 +1 more

  Reported issue: BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake…

  Possible consequence: Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

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• 07V479000Oct 12, 200729,250 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling
  Covers: BMW 550I 2006–2008, 650I 2006–2007, X5 SAV 2007

  Reported issue: On certain vehicles equipped with v8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it is possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. If this were to occur, the engine electronic control unit (ecu) could be affected so that engine stalling could result.

  Possible consequence: If stalling were to occur, the driver may not be able to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate and the power steering could fail increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will attach two ground cables in the engine compartment free of charge. The recall began on october 29, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

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