2018 BMW M550I Recalls, Complaints & Specs
1 safety recall lists the 2018 BMW M550I, and owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
1 safety recall for the 2018 BMW M550I
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Camera (back over prevention)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive,…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at…
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2018 BMW M550I have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA; 1 describe a fire. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 24,688 miles. Complaints peaked in 2024 with 8 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Throughout my ownership, I have adhered to BMW’s recommended maintenance schedule, including routine oil changes and inspections. At no point was I advised of any engine issues, oil leaks, or conditio”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, August 7, 2026 · Engine
“To: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Subject: Safety Complaint – 2018 BMW M550i Driver Assistance System I am filing a formal safety complaint regarding a dangerous malfunction o”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, January 16, 2026 · Steering
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2018 BMW M (M2, M3, M3 CS, M4 Convertible, …). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 16–22 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 14–20 / 20–26 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Compact Cars, Midsize Cars, Subcompact Cars, Two Seaters |
| Engine | 6/8 cyl, 3/4.4 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7); Automatic (S8); Manual 6-spd |
Compare BMW M550I model years
Recall and complaint counts for every BMW M550I model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 BMW M550I | 1 | 23 |
| 2019 BMW M550I | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 BMW M550I | 3 | 2 |
| 2021 BMW M550I | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 BMW M550I | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 BMW M550I | 1 | 1 |
Checking a specific 2018 BMW M550I
How do I know if my 2018 BMW M550I has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 1 campaign currently lists the 2018 BMW M550I; your car may already have been repaired under it.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised BMW dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 19V684000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
Other BMW models
- X53,154 complaints
- 328I2,578 complaints
- X32,004 complaints
- 325I1,386 complaints
- Z41,281 complaints
- 3 Series843 complaints
- 528I835 complaints
- 330I815 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.