1996 BMW 535 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 7, 2001 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 535 years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 BMW 535. The most reported problem area is structure (1 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 crash. 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 1996 BMW 535 problems

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

Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure1100%———

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

1996 BMW 535 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 BMW 535.

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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.

While at a stop another car rear ended consumer's vehicle at about 80 mph, and frame broke.*ak

Structure · received Feb 7, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 879991

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YearComplaintsRecalls
199610

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW 535?

Owners most often report structure problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1996 BMW 535?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1996 BMW 535 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 535 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.