The car was riding alittle rough and upon inspection I had seen that the inside aidewall of both tires on the inside wall of tire was gone..!
The worst 2009 BMW 550I problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Tires2
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- Tires2
Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: tail lights
- What is wrong
- BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).
- Risk
- Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Recall number 13V407000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 BMW 550I 50
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- Engine will crank but not start
- Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal...
- Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been...
- Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon"...
- Various Electrical Problems Caused by Water Ingress
- ?Class action law suit settlement: water intrusion and accumulation in the trunk (E60)/rear cabin well...
- Navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data
2009 BMW 550I fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 22-23 | 18 |
What 2009 BMW 550I owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Michelin pilot sport a/s 3 size 245/35zr19 xl 93y bsw have unacceptable failure rate.
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Questions about the 2009 BMW 550I
Is the 2009 BMW 550I reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2009 BMW 550I, fewer than a typical 550I model year.
What is the 2009 BMW 550I year score?
The 2009 BMW 550I scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the BMW 550I: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 BMW 550I?
Tires, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2009 BMW 550I have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
What gas mileage does the 2009 BMW 550I get?
Official estimates for the 2009 BMW 550I range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.8L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 22-23 highway.
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