2015 BMW 550I Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 44,000miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 4.4L 8-cyl RWD · 17 city / 25 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2015 BMW 550I (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2015 BMW 550I. The part named most often is fuel system, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (2) and electrical system (1). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 44,000 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 286 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 23 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 12 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system3 50%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Engine1 17%
- Tires1 17%
- Wheels1 17%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “Fuel pump failure causing engine to spontaneously shut down on road or freeway at any speed. This puts the safety of occupants in my car and the cars around me in danger as I need to put my hazards and safely move the car to the side of the road. No warning prior to failure. Warning and check engine light came on after problem occurred.”
NHTSA complaint #11689241, filed 2025-09Transmission and drivetrain: “The transmission's automatic gear selector indicator lights are no longer working properly. Without the indicator lights, it is difficult to determine if the vehicle is in Park, Drive or Reverse which is a MAJOR safety issue. This is apparently a well known issue with this vehicle model and no recall has been issued as of yet. There are no warning lights, the issue is confirmed by an independent repair facility and the full shifter assembly requires replacement. The part cost is over $1000.00 plus installation cost. This appeared on my vehicle last week at mileage of roughly 58,000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #11486644, filed 2022-09Mileage when problems were reported
50% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 15,000 and 73,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2015 BMW 550I. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550I · sedan RWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.3% risk |
| 550I GT · hatchback RWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.3% risk |
| 550I Xdrive · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.3% risk |
| 550I Xdrive GT · hatchback AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.3% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2015 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2014: same overall rating; 2016: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2015 BMW 550I version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550i RWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| 550i Gran Turismo RWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 550i xDrive AWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 550i xDrive Gran Turismo AWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2015 BMW 550I in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 286 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11028000Jan 21, 2026Engine. N63tu1 class action settlement svc campaign: oil consumption diagnosis/repair
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers…
- 10247567Dec 20, 2023Fuel system, Engine cooling. Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel…
- 10245422Nov 22, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicleâÂÂs equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation…
- 10245364Nov 16, 2023Engine cooling. Diesel fuel injectors: ltd wty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles
- 10239605Jun 1, 2023Wheels. The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following DSC fault codes for the wheel speed sensors are stored: 480712 and/or 480715 and/or 480718 and/or 48071B They…
- 10238090May 1, 2023Electrical system. After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
- 10238062May 1, 2023Equipment. With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren…
- 10230717Dec 1, 2022Fuel system. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original…
Other model years of the BMW 550I
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6 | 44,000 | 0 | 5 | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 6 | 47,000 | 2 | 5 | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 15 | 72,343 | 1 | 5 | 19 | — | Falling |
| 2012 | 36 | 59,287 | 2 | 5 | 18 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 84 | 54,000 | 3 | 5 | 20 | 95 · More | Falling |
| 2010 | 11 | 48,500 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 32 | 77,500 | 2 | — | 18 | 38 · Typical | Stable |
| 2007 | 37 | 72,100 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 23 | 100,000 | 3 | — | 16 | — | Stable |
All BMW 550I model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2015 BMW 550I have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2015 BMW 550I as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2015 BMW 550I is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 2.
Has the 2015 BMW 550I been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2015 BMW 550I do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2015 BMW 550I 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2015 BMW 550I get?
The EPA rates the 2015 BMW 550I (550i, 4.4L 8-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 17 city and 25 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2015 BMW 550I reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 44,000 miles and the middle half falls between 15,000 and 73,000 miles; 50% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.