The 2016 BMW 550i is documented here with 1 trim and full specifications. It belongs to the Main generation (2010–present). The most efficient trim returns 11.8 L/100 km combined.
2016 550i at a glance
- Best fuel economy
- 11.8 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 281 g/km
About the Main generation
Produced 2010–present. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (2)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2016 BMW 550i vehicles.
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16V914000 AIR BAGS 2016-12-20
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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15V718000 CHILD SEAT 2015-10-30
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence: If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 BMW 550i fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2016 550i trim returns about 11.8 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2016 BMW 550i?
Yes — 2 recall campaigns from the U.S. NHTSA are listed for the 2016 BMW 550i below, including the affected component and the official remedy.