Table 1 shows four common tire related problems of the 2011 BMW 550. The number one most common problem is related to the tire bubble (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire bulge (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Bubble problems | |
| Tire Bulge problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System problems |
I was driving my 2011 BMW 550x m sport on the ohio turnpike in July 2014 when two bubbles started to form on the goodyear LS-2 245/40r19 front left tire. Given I only had 70 miles to my destination I continued at the 65 mph. Well, needless to say, as I exited the turnpike the front left tire failed. Read details...
I have had 15 tire defects requiring replacement of !! tires in 16,300 miles of driving. These defect result in unsafe driving conditons and possibility of accidents. The tires are not capable of sustaining minor and normal highway conditions. My tires are currently being replaced again. Read details...
My 2011 BMW 550i x gran turismo was purchased in 3/11. In 10/11 I had the tires checked and topped off with nitrogen. The car had about 10,500 miles. On Saturday, 3/17/12 the ipm system said the tires had low pressure. All tires. Read details...