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2022 BMW M550I Recalls & Complaints

The 2022 BMW M550I has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized BMW dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2022 BMW M550I. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2022 BMW M550I owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 BMW M550I, describing incidents dated August 1, 2024 to June 13, 2026.

Most-cited components

Engine 1 complaint
Wheels 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11763306 · Filed September 10, 2026
On most modern BMW models (with Hot V V8 engines like the N/S 63) the coolant tank that is supposed to last at least the lifetime of the vehicle, only lasts about 40,000 Miles before cracking. The main issue is that the tank sits over the engine, which when coolant leaks, it will leak into the…
ODI #11606073 · Filed August 2, 2024
I have had two separate incidents of cracked wheels. I drive the vehicle on normal roadways and have had no impacts with curbs, debris or significant road hazards. The wheels show no signs of any impact or damage, just a crack. Of course the cracked wheels result in a rapid loss of tire pressure…

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Loss of Rear Wheel Power from Driveshaft Damage

NHTSA #26V525000 · Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft · NHTSA notice

Reported August 12, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 36,823 vehicles

Completion not yet reported (dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified October 8, 2026

Defect description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.

Safety consequence

An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2022 BMW M550I. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

2 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW M550I.

Engine

ODI #11763306

Incident: June 13, 2026 · Filed: September 10, 2026

On most modern BMW models (with Hot V V8 engines like the N/S 63) the coolant tank that is supposed to last at least the lifetime of the vehicle, only lasts about 40,000 Miles before cracking. The main issue is that the tank sits over the engine, which when coolant leaks, it will leak into the injectors causing engine misfires. There is no warning to the issue until you have a low coolant, but at that point, the coolant has already dripped into your engine. Not only this but anti freeze can cause corrosion to metal, plastic and all the wiring. This can lead from a $400 tank to a 4 figure engine repair with no early warning signs until too late. Also environmentally, dripping antifreeze everywhere is not good…

Wheels

ODI #11606073

Incident: August 1, 2024 · Filed: August 2, 2024

I have had two separate incidents of cracked wheels. I drive the vehicle on normal roadways and have had no impacts with curbs, debris or significant road hazards. The wheels show no signs of any impact or damage, just a crack. Of course the cracked wheels result in a rapid loss of tire pressure. BMW will not warranty the wheels and replacement of each has cost me $800. I feel the wheels were obviously not engineered properly to withstand the load and forces of normal highway driving. The First cracked wheel was in November of 2023 - right front. The most recent was August 2024, left rear. The vehicle had approx 30,000 miles at the first incident and most recently 38,000 miles for the second incident.

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