2015 BMW 550i reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2015 BMW 550i holds 6 complaints after 12 years, a rate of 0 per year. 550i years here cluster close together — the other years’ median is 0 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Fuel and propulsion system (3 of 6), then Powertrain (2) and Electrical system (1).
The 2014 550i has 6 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2016 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2015 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2014. The 2015 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2016.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2015 BMW 550i. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (6 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"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…"
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"Fuel pump supply / drive train malfunction. Vehicle was driven in freeway and has sudden message pop up on display screen and abruptly shut down. Unable to exit the freeway lanes. Stuck on the inbound lanes of freeway.…"
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"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…"
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"When driving in freeway , Vehicles display " Drivetrain malfunction " - fuel supply full drive performance not available and begins to shut off abruptly in lanes. Can not restart vehicles. Vehicles can not be towed off…"
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"OIL LEAK BETWEEN THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION COMMONLY KNOWN AS BELL HOUSING"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2015 BMW 550 I 4 DR RWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| 2015 BMW 550 I GT 5 HB RWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| 2015 BMW 550 I Xdrive 4 DR AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| 2015 BMW 550 I Xdrive GT 5 HB AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| 550i | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| 550i Gran Turismo | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 550i xDrive | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 550i xDrive Gran Turismo | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V248000 covers certain 2011-2012 550i, 550i xDrive, and 550i Gran Turismo models (with 750i/750Li, X5/X6 50i/M, and other N63 applications) where the electric auxiliary water pump circuit board can overheat and increase fire risk; dealers replace the pump. Recall 15V718000 covers certain 2016 550i models (with other 5 Series) for a child-seat related concern on that campaign list.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 BMW 550i reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2015 BMW 550i holds 6 complaints after 12 years, a rate of 0 per year. 550i years here cluster close together — the other years’ median is 0 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2015 BMW 550i?
The complaints owners file most often name Fuel and propulsion system (3 of 6), then Powertrain (2) and Electrical system (1).
Is the 2015 BMW 550i more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2014 550i has 6 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2016 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2015 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2014. The 2015 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2016.
Has the 2015 BMW 550i been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2015 BMW 550i.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2015 BMW 550i?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2015 BMW 550i with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2015 BMW 550i get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2015 BMW 550i is 19.3 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a US BMW 550i use?
0W-30
What tire sizes fit a US BMW 550i?
Published US specs commonly list front 245/40R19, 245/40R20, 245/45R18, 245/45R19, 245/50R18, 275/35R19 (trim-dependent) and rear 245/40R19, 245/40R20, 245/45R18, 245/45R19, 245/50R18, 275/35R19 (trim-dependent); confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US BMW 550i?
Recall 18V248000 covers certain 2011-2012 550i, 550i xDrive, and 550i Gran Turismo models (with 750i/750Li, X5/X6 50i/M, and other N63 applications) where the electric auxiliary water pump circuit board can overheat and increase fire risk; dealers replace the pump. Recall 15V718000 covers certain 2016 550i models (with other 5 Series) for a child-seat related concern on that campaign list.