VehicleVerdict

BMW 550i Gran Turismo years to avoid

Across 2010–2012, no single 550i Gran Turismo year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2011 drew the most complaints; 2012 the fewest.

30

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

2010–2012

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

BMW 550i Gran Turismo NHTSA complaints by model year14 complaints2010: 13 complaints2011: 14 complaints2012: 3 complaints
BMW 550i Gran Turismo NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 550i Gran Turismo year

YearComplaintsRecalls
201231
2011142
2010132

Common questions

What is the best year for the BMW 550i Gran Turismo?

By complaint volume, 2012 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 550i Gran Turismo years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the BMW 550i Gran Turismo have?

Across all model years, the 550i Gran Turismo has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 30 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.