Question 1

Is the Bmw 550I reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Bmw 550I has 255 total NHTSA complaints across 6 model years. The most reliable years are 2014 (6 complaints), 2015 (9 complaints), 2010 (17 complaints). Years to avoid: 2011 (144 complaints), 2012 (53 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Bmw 550I should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2011, 2012 Bmw 550I. The 2011 model has the most complaints (144) with the top issue being ENGINE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Bmw 550I?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Bmw 550I are 2014 (6 complaints), 2015 (9 complaints), 2010 (17 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2015	9	When driving in freeway , Vehicles display " Drive...	Excellent Reliability
2014	6	THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL INJECTOR EITHER FAILS OR IS...	Excellent Reliability
2013	26	ENGINE CONTINUES TO BURN THROUGH OIL APPROXIMATELY...	Average
2012	53	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 550I. THE VEHICLE ...	Below Average
2011	144	I HAVE PREPARED A PDF DOCUMENT THAT I WOULD LIKE T...	Avoid This Year
2010	17	FROM A VERY SLOW ROLL THERE IS A DELAY IN ENGINE R...	Above Average

Bmw 550I — All Years

Bmw 550I — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid