2011 BMW 550

7 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2011 BMW 550

Official recalls have been issued for the 2011 BMW 550 by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local BMW service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call BMW customer service.

  1. RECALL:

    Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 20, 2023
    Vehicles Affected
    157,796

  2. RECALL: Electric Auxiliary Water Pump Failure

    If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 18, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    47,806

  4. RECALL: Supplemental Restraints May Not Deploy As Needed

    Depending on the severity of the crash, inadequate activation of the driver and/or passenger air bags, safety belt pre-tensioners and active head restraints may increase the risk of ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 17, 2016
    Vehicles Affected
    91

  5. RECALL: Loose Fuel Pump Wiring May Cause Stall/Fuel Leak

    The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 17, 2016
    Vehicles Affected
    136,188

  6. RECALL: Electric Auxiliary Water Pump

    This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 10, 2012
    Vehicles Affected
    2,846

  7. RECALL: Electric Auxiliary Water Pump

    This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 20, 2011
    Vehicles Affected
    32,084

  8. RECALL: Fuel Level Sensor

    If this occurs, the fuel gauge in the instrument cluster would display a larger amount of fuel than was actually in the tank. As a result, if the tank became empty, the vehicle could stall increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 22, 2010
    Vehicles Affected
    6,080

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