AI-generated from NHTSA recall & complaint counts

Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2012 BMW 550I

NHTSA data on file today

The 2012 BMW 550I has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 36 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.

Recall campaigns on file

Most-cited components in owner complaints

  • Engine 14 complaints
  • Fuel/Propulsion System 11 complaints
  • Tires 8 complaints
  • Electrical System 4 complaints
  • Power Train 4 complaints
  • Wheels 4 complaints

Of the 36 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Recall notices and owner complaints for the 2012 BMW 550I

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