Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of BMW 550

BMW 550 owners have reported 75 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine and engine cooling (45 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine burning oil (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Engine And Engine Cooling problems of BMW 550

The Engine And Engine Cooling problem

My 2011 BMW 550i experienced an unexpected fire in my driveway while my wife and I were sleeping. The fire nearly caused our house to catch fire and also resulted in damage to my BMW z4. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with someone regarding this matter.   Read details...

The Engine Burning Oil problem

My 2016 BMW 550i xdrive m sport is using/burning one quart of oil every 750-800 miles, the odometer reads 36,343 miles, very low miles for this car to be using that much oil, I bought it in August of 2019 with 34,654 miles on it.   Read details...

The Engine Oil Leaking problem

Oil leak between the engine and transmission commonly known as bell housing   Read details...

The Engine Shut Off Without Warning problem

Engine information center says to add oil, in between oil changes, numerous times. Car shut down on road and was taken to a dealer. Dealer says the engine has seized. Since the vehicle is just over the warranty by miles, pax 500 miles, I was told that I would be responsible for the repairs.   Read details...

The Radiator Hose problem

I own my BMW 550i gran turismo sedan 2011 f10(n63). There is a recall on my exact model. Nhtsa number: 18v248000/ engine and engine cooling. I am having the same exact issues that the recall shows. I have proof of documents showing my water pump failing, getting service water pump and alternator   Read details...




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