2009 BMW 550I — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2009 BMW 550I
The 2009 BMW 550I has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS. The most commonly reported problem area is the Tires (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2009 BMW 550I
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2009 BMW 550I, potentially affecting up to 134,100 vehicles.
Recall 13V407000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
| 134,100 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
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].
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2009 BMW 550I
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 BMW 550I. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The car was riding alittle rough and upon inspection I had seen that the inside aidewall of both tires on the inside wall of tire was gone..!
Safety Rating for the 2009 BMW 550I
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2009 BMW 550I in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2009 BMW 550I
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2009 BMW 550I
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 550I
- 2006 BMW 550I — 30 complaints
- 2007 BMW 550I — 48 complaints
- 2008 BMW 550I — 49 complaints
- 2009 BMW 550I (current)
- 2010 BMW 550I — 17 complaints
- 2011 BMW 550I — 144 complaints
- 2012 BMW 550I — 53 complaints
- 2013 BMW 550I — 26 complaints
- 2014 BMW 550I — 5 complaints