Bmw 550i: which model years to avoid
Complaint and recall totals for every Bmw 550i model year we track, ranked by severity.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crashes | Fires | Severity | Most-reported system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 13.3 Low | ENGINE |
| 2013 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 53.3 Medium | ENGINE |
Across 2 model years, the 2013 Bmw 550i carries the highest severity index (53.3, driven by engine), while the 2012 is the cleanest at 13.3.
Source. NHTSA public complaint and recall APIs. Complaint counts are not normalised by units sold; a high-volume seller will attract more filings than a rare trim.