Is the 2016 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 2016 BMW 550I?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 BMW 550I have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2016 BMW 550I

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2016 BMW 550I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:47:23.361Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few 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.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 1
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2016: 1 complaint

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

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

My 2016 BMW 550I xdrive m sport is using/burning one quart of oil every 750-800 miles, the odometer reads 36,343 miles, very low miles for this car to be using that much oil, I bought it in August of 2019 with 34,654 miles on it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-12

Also filed under Engine

Engine

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2015-12-28Child seat, seats15V718000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2017-02-10Air bags16V914000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2016 BMW 550I — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Engine: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V718000 · Child seat, seats
Recall 16V914000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 BMW 550I?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 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.