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2012 BMW 550i Electrical Problems

Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2012 BMW 550i has 3 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2012 BMW 550i

Engine
10Tires
10Other
9Powertrain
5Electrical
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Electrical Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 25, 2020ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINEVEHICLE STOPS SUDDENLY WHILE DRIVING
May 24, 2019ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 550I. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE A SHORT DISTANCE, THE CONTACT FELT E...
Dec 22, 2014ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTHE CAR THREW A DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION CODE WHICH HAPPENS WEEKLY ON THESE ENGINES AND THE CAR JUMPE...

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