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2013 BMW 550I recalls and problems

1 recall and 15 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW 550I.

1
recalls
15
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2013 BMW 550I recalls

Exterior lighting

NHTSA campaign 15V188000 · reported March 31, 2015 · BMW of North America, LLC · 13,443 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 17, 2025 · Engine · 126,000 miles

The contact owned a 2013 BMW 550I. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact was able to coast into the driveway. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle and there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. No warning lights were illuminated…

Apr 8, 2023 · Exterior lighting

Water resistant

Sep 1, 2022 · Fuel system, gasoline · 96,280 miles

The contact owns a 2013 BMW 550i. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the warning message illuminated on the instrument panel stating, “Driving moderately and drive pit not available”. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the high-speed fuel pump on the passenger’s side was replaced but the failure continued…

Jul 11, 2022 · Electrical system

I have soft closing doors on my vehicle. My doors won’t unlock/open, the only way I can get the driver side door open is using the physical key. When trying to unlock the door with the key fob, it makes the sound but none of the doors unlock. The unlock button inside doesn’t work and when trying to open the other…

Feb 9, 2021 · Power train · 62,127 miles

GUIBO FLEXIBLE DISC FAILED DURING ROUTINE PA INSPECTION. TECHNICIAN SAID IT WAS CRACKED AND FAILED THE INSPECTION. MY VEHICLE ONLY HAS 62000 MILES ON IT AND THE CV JOINT FAILED. I BELIEVE THEIR WAS A RECALL FOR 2011 AND 2012 MODELS FOR THE SAME ISSUE.I WAS CHARGED MORE THAN 1000 DOLLARS FOR THE REPAIR OF THE FLEXIBLE…

550I model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2010 11110
2011 384111
2012 23501
2013 11500
2014 2600
2015 0600
2016 2100

Across all years, the 2011 550I has the most complaints (84). All BMW 550I years →

Questions

Does the 2013 BMW 550I have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 BMW 550I, the most recent reported on March 31, 2015 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 550I?
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (8 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (4).
How many 2013 BMW 550I complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 17, 2025.