Bmw 550i 2010
Model 550i made in 2010 by Bmw got 5 consumer complains as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to service brakes, hydraulic and wheels. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. The car has one 4.8 engine.
Model 2010
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 8 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | R | 15/23/18 | 19.0385/31.3747/23.1312 | GP | 2335 | Midsize Cars | 15/08/2009 |
| 4.8 | 8 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 15/22/18 | 18.7597/30.5375/22.6993 | GP | 2335 | Midsize Cars | 15/08/2009 |
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER | |||||
| SIB-11-07-11 | 07/01/2011 | 10040845 | Bmw: loss of performance and turbocharger noise due to the oil supply restricted, causing oil starvation and resulting in the seizing of the turbocharger assembly. *rm | 09/13/2011 | |
| SIB-11-07-11 | 07/01/2011 | 10040845 | Ready | 09/13/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Ready | 06/10/2011 | |
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm | 06/10/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| STEERING - ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 10/30/2009 | 1137 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2010 bmw 550i. the contact stated there was a squeaky noise coming from the braking system. the vehicle had been at the dealer for a period of five weeks. the dealer replaced the front brake pads and rotors at least three times. the failure continued after the service repairs. the technician was unable to locate the malfunction. the manufacturer was notified in which there was no assistance provided. the failure mileage was 1,137. | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 05/24/2012 | 20120 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 550gt. while driving approximately 35 mph, the tire pressure warning indicator alerted low tire pressure. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and then resumed operation. the vehicle was taken to a tire center where the technician informed the front passenger's side wheel exhibited two hairline cracks on the inner portion. the wheel was replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 20,120. | |||
| 05/24/2012 | 20120 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2010 bmw 550gt. while driving approximately 35 mph, the tire pressure warning indicator alerted low tire pressure. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and then resumed operation. the vehicle was taken to a tire center where the technician informed the front passenger's side wheel exhibited two hairline cracks on the inner portion. the wheel was replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 20,120. | |||
| 05/24/2012 | 20120 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2010 bmw 550gt. while driving approximately 35 mph, the tire pressure warning indicator alerted low tire pressure. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and then resumed operation. the vehicle was taken to a tire center where the technician informed the front passenger's side wheel exhibited two hairline cracks on the inner portion. the wheel was replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 20,120. js | |||