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2012 BMW 550I

The 2012 BMW 550I has 53 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (26%) concerns engine. After that come fuel system (25%) and tires (15%).

At a glance

Complaints
53 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 26% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
17 to 18 MPG combined
Safety rating
5 of 5 stars NHTSA overall

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 2012 BMW 550I has 53 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (26%) concerns engine. After that come fuel system (25%) and tires (15%).

  • Engine 26%
  • Fuel system 25%
  • Tires 15%
  • Drivetrain & axles 8%
  • Electrical system 8%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2012 BMW 550I

Recalls

The 2012 BMW 550I is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 2012 BMW 550I

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2012 BMW 550I. Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 18 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 15 city / 23 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Safety rating

In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2012 BMW 550I earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Frontal, side and rollover ratings

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