How do I know if my Bmw 550i-gt has a recall?

To know if your Bmw 550i-gt has an open recall, start by entering your vehicle's VIN or license plate in our Safety Recall Checker. We will find recalls that affect your vehicle and need to be repaired.

How do I check my VIN for recalls for free?

Check your Bmw 550i-gt VIN for free by entering it into our Safety Recall Checker.

What happens if my Bmw 550i-gt has an open recall?

If your Bmw 550i-gt is affected by a recall, it means that NHTSA and the manufacturer have identified an issue with your vehicle. After you check your vehicle, you can contact a dealership to schedule a repair.

How long does a recall take to fix?

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on the exact repairs needed. Something simple like a software update can be done in minutes, but complex mechanical repairs may take days or weeks. Ask the dealership when you schedule your appointment.

Do you need a warranty for a recall?

Your Bmw 550i-gt does not need to be under warranty to get recalls fixed. Recalls for safety-related items on your Bmw 550i-gt are taken care of by Bmw at no cost to you even if your vehicle warranty has expired or if you are not the original owner of the vehicle.

How long does a recall last on a car?

A recall does not expire as long as the vehicle manufacturer remains in business or continues to make the replacement parts. Generally, recalls can be fixed for free up to 15 years after your car's date of manufacture.

Why should you check for safety recalls?

Road Safety Risks

Open recalls can be dangerous for you and your family.

Mail Delays

Older or used cars can be more difficult for manufacturers to locate.

Risk of Costly Damage

We'll connect you with a dealership near you to fix the recall at no cost.

Bmw 550i-gt

7 Recalls

NHTSA 23V-707

Camshaft Timing Adjustment Bolts Loosen And Break Causing Engine Stall

157,796 Potential Units Affected

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

Vehicles Affected: 2010 BMW 535i xDrive, 2010 BMW 328i and 44 others

NHTSA 22V-119

PCV Valve Heater May Short Circuit

917,106 Potential Units Affected

An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.

Vehicles Affected: 2010 BMW 535i xDrive, 2010 BMW 328i and 81 others

NHTSA 16V-746

Fuel Leaks And Vehicle Stalls From In Tank Fuel Pump Wiring Concern

136,188 Potential Units Affected

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 crash.

Vehicles Affected: 2011 BMW 528i, 2011 BMW 535i and 22 others

NHTSA 12V-161

Auxiliary Water Pump Could Catch Fire

2,846 Potential Units Affected

THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.

Vehicles Affected: 2011 BMW 528i, 2011 BMW 535i and 19 others

NHTSA 12V-126

The Positive Battery Cable Connection in the Trunk Can Overheat

367,682 Potential Units Affected

OVERHEATING COULD LEAD TO A FIRE, EVEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN USE. AS A PRECAUTION, OWNERS ARE ADVISED TO PARK OUTSIDE UNTIL THE REMEDY HAS BEEN MADE.

Vehicles Affected: 2010 BMW 535i xDrive, 2010 BMW 528i and 48 others

NHTSA 11V-521

The Auxiliary Water Pump May Smolder and/or Catch Fire

32,084 Potential Units Affected

THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.

Vehicles Affected: 2011 BMW 528i, 2011 BMW 535i and 30 others

NHTSA 10V-446

Brake Vacuum Pump Leaks Oil

198,352 Potential Units Affected

POWER ASSIST BRAKING PERFORMANCE COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED. IN EXTREME CASES THERE COULD BE A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSIST BRAKING. AN UNEXPECTED REDUCTION OR LOSS IN POWER BRAKING ASSIST MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Vehicles Affected: 2010 BMW 535i xDrive, 2010 BMW 528i and 62 others

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Recall FAQs

If your Bmw 550i-gt is affected by a new safety recall, Bmw will attempt to contact you by sending you a notice in the mail. This notice will detail the defect, when parts for repair will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your unrepaired car is currently safe to drive or not.

If you aren't the original owner, have changed addresses, or have never visited your local dealership for service or maintenance, then you most likely will not receive a recall notice in the mail.

Another way to know whether your Bmw 550i-gt has an open recall is to enter your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a 17-digit alphanumeric code that can be found on the bottom edge of your car's windshield, on the driver's side. It can also be found on your vehicle's registration card.

You can check your Bmw 550i-gt for recalls by entering your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker found above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-digit alphanumeric identification code on the bottom edge of your car’s windshield, on the driver’s side. It can also be found on your vehicle’s registration card.

Checking your VIN is the best way to find out if your car is affected by any recalls. Identical vehicles of the same make, model, year, and trim may not be affected by the same recall. A VIN is unique to a specific vehicle.

Your Bmw 550i-gt is affected by a recall if the manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has decided that a problem with your car makes it a safety risk or fails to meet safety standards. When this happens, the vehicle manufacturer is obligated to fix your vehicle.

Normally, you will receive a letter in the mail that explains the recall and how to get the defect fixed promptly and at no charge to you. The letter will explain what the exact defect is, when the parts will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your car is safe to drive or not.

But in many cases, the manufacturer won't know you own an affected vehicle, which is why you should check your Bmw 550i-gt for safety recalls frequently.

Use our Safety Recall Checker to check your Bmw 550i-gt for open recalls.

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on many different factors:

How many vehicles are affected by the recall? How complex is the problem to fix? How many different parts are involved in the repair? Are the repair parts available? Has the dealership received the parts for the repair yet? Do dealership technicians have training to conduct the specific repair? How many recalled cars can the dealer repair each day (while also doing their daily service business)?

Recalls are unrelated to your warranty coverage. Any recalls that are issued for safety-related items on your Bmw 550i-gt will be repaired by the vehicle manufacturer at no cost to you. Even if your vehicle's warranty has expired and you are not the original owner of the vehicle, you are still eligible to have any open safety recalls on your vehicle repaired.

You can check for any open recalls on your Bmw 550i-gt by entering its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.

Safety recalls that address a defective part or system on your Bmw 550i-gt that came from the factory do not expire and can generally be fixed up to 15 years after the date of manufacture. Even if you are not the original owner, you can have repairs done to resolve any open recalls. This is important, especially if the recalls are safety-related. The only exceptions are if the carmaker is no longer in business or if the dealership can no longer get the needed parts. Recall repairs are generally free up to 15 years after the date of manufacture.

To check whether there are any open recalls on your Bmw 550i-gt, enter its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker here. Your Bmw 550i-gt VIN can be found at the base of the windshield or on your registration card. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.

BMW 550i GT Recalls

Check your specific VIN or plate below.

There are 7 recalls that may affect your BMW 550i GT.

Check your BMW 550i GT for safety recalls and get them fixed for free at a BMW dealership near you.

Bmw 550i-gt

7 Recalls

NHTSA 23V-707

Camshaft Timing Adjustment Bolts Loosen And Break Causing Engine Stall

157,796 Potential Units Affected

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

Vehicles Affected: 2010 BMW 535i xDrive, 2010 BMW 328i and 44 others

NHTSA 22V-119

PCV Valve Heater May Short Circuit

917,106 Potential Units Affected

An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.

Vehicles Affected: 2010 BMW 535i xDrive, 2010 BMW 328i and 81 others

NHTSA 16V-746

Fuel Leaks And Vehicle Stalls From In Tank Fuel Pump Wiring Concern

136,188 Potential Units Affected

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 crash.

Vehicles Affected: 2011 BMW 528i, 2011 BMW 535i and 22 others

NHTSA 12V-161

Auxiliary Water Pump Could Catch Fire

2,846 Potential Units Affected

THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.

Vehicles Affected: 2011 BMW 528i, 2011 BMW 535i and 19 others

NHTSA 12V-126

The Positive Battery Cable Connection in the Trunk Can Overheat

367,682 Potential Units Affected

OVERHEATING COULD LEAD TO A FIRE, EVEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN USE. AS A PRECAUTION, OWNERS ARE ADVISED TO PARK OUTSIDE UNTIL THE REMEDY HAS BEEN MADE.

Vehicles Affected: 2010 BMW 535i xDrive, 2010 BMW 528i and 48 others

NHTSA 11V-521

The Auxiliary Water Pump May Smolder and/or Catch Fire

32,084 Potential Units Affected

THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.