2011 BMW 335I US Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 31, 2019 · 20 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 335I US years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 BMW 335I US. The most reported problem area is engine (8 complaints, 40%), typically at around 43,700 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 BMW 335I US problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine8 · ~43,700 mi
Air Bags3 · ~38,400 mi
Fuel/propulsion System3 · ~42,000 mi
Power Train3 · ~6,000 mi
Electrical System2 · ~39,200 mi
Wheels2 · ~22,000 mi
Equipment1 · ~10,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~475 mi
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine840%43,700——
Air Bags315%38,400——
Fuel/propulsion System315%42,000——
Power Train315%6,000——
Electrical System210%39,200——
Wheels210%22,000——
Equipment15%10,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic15%475——
Unknown or Other15%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 5 complaints
2011: 5201152012: 1201212014: 1201412015: 4201542016: 3201632017: 3201732018: 1201812019: 220192

n = 20 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 BMW 335I US recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 BMW 335I US.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

POWER TRAIN: DRIVELINE: CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT DETAILS ISSUED APRIL 21, 2017 RECALL ID 265558 NHTSA CAMPAIGN # 17V067000 VEHICLES AFFECTED 8,752 COMPONENT AFFECTED POWER TRAIN: DRIVELINE: CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT SUMMARY BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC (BMW) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2011-2012 135I COUPE, 1…

Power Train · received May 31, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11217063

My fuel is leaking under the driver side door there is no evidence of injury to the under body but fuel is dripping from underneath

Fuel/propulsion System · received May 30, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11210795

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 335i us. When the vehicle was started, the "service engine soon and low power mode' warning indicators illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the dealer (bmw of west springfield, 1712 riverdale street, west springfield, ma 01089) where it was determined that…

Engine · received Jul 23, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11112987

2011 bmw 335i three (3) recalls: 1) fire hazard, 2) takata recall and 3) vanos housing bolts - resulting in total loss of my 2011 bmw 335i vehicle as confirmed a total loss vehicle by progressive insurance claim number 17-2120735. Contrary to progressive insurance company's report, there was no…

Air Bags · received Dec 4, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11052215

My 2011 bmw 335i, when driving at low speeds (>20mph) and turning (onto streets and into parking lots) stalls and loses all engine power. I am able to re-start car but the sudden loss of power cause safety issues because cars behind you may hit you. This has happened 7-10 times since 2012. I have…

Engine · received Oct 11, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11032918

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW 335I US?

Owners most often report engine, air bags, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 8 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 BMW 335I US?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 BMW 335I US a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 335I US model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.