Model year guide

2014 BMW 550i

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 BMW 550i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2014 BMW 550i — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 BMW 550i at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints6
Combined20 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 BMW 550i recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #24V527000 · 11/07/2024

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air …

Fix: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #15V188000 · 31/03/2015

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 BMW 550i common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2014 BMW 550i MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 BMW 550i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Fuel only$20,500
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 BMW 550i trims & engines on record

Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 448 hp

2014 BMW 550i vehicles on record

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Other BMW 550i model years

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2014 BMW 550i — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW 550i have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 BMW 550i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 550i?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, air bags, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW 550i get?

The 2014 BMW 550i has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.