BMW 335 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 66 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW 335, across 8 model years (2006–2013). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (28). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
BMW 335 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 335 year: 2009, 2011. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 335 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 | 5 | 2 |
| Engine | 20 | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 335 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 335 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 335 | 4 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2011 335 | 28 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 335 | 6 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2009 335 | 12 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 335 | 6 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 335 | 9 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2006 335 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 335 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2009 (12), 2011 (28) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 335 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 335?
Air Bags, with 24 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW 335 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.