2007 BMW 550I
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 37
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
22% of complaints
Complaints per year
2007: 37 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 37 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 84 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
22% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Sensor and control module flaw.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-05
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 550I. The contact stated that the driver and passenger's side headlight wires were melted. There was also an intermittent tail light malfunction warning message.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-14
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Tl*- the contact stated that while driving ON10/26/06 in heavy traffic driving the vehicle in front sudden stop and he hit the back of the vehicle and the airbags deployed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-01-05
Steering
16% · 6 reportsExterior lighting
16% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Was replacing H7 headlamps and discovered all of the insulation on the wiring inside both headlight assemblies had disintegrated and both assemblies contained multiple bare wires.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-10-11
Also filed under Electrical system
Engine
14% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Excessive exhaust smoke when vehicle is idling... White smoke. The oil seems to collect somewhere in the engine while idling and continues to smoke for a while, after idling and in motion.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-26
Wheels
14% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing rim.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-10-29Engine and engine cooling07V479000 On certain vehicles equipped with V8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it is possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. If this…
Remedy: Dealers will attach two ground cables in the engine compartment free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2007. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
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2014-08-29Air bags13V564000 BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will…
Buy-smart checklist
2007 BMW 550I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V479000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 13V564000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2007 BMW 550I reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 550I?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 BMW 550I have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.