2009 BMW 535I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 535I years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 BMW 535I. That ranks 3rd out of 11 535I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (24 complaints, 34%), typically at around 98,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 71owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 BMW 535I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 34% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 21 | 30% | 76,663 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 24% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 10% | 14,882 | — | — |
| Power Train | 6 | 8% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 6% | 115,600 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 3% | 100,213 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 3% | 127,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3% | 76,413 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 3% | 40 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 3% | 177,259 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 3% | 40 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 10,400 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | 84,826 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 BMW 535I recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:tail lights
Problem: BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).
Risk: Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I believe using the manual shift mode for normal usage of optimal shifting in certain driving situations and gentle downshifting caused a malfunction in the functionality of the transmission that led to a complete transmission failure. I donât believe itâs a mechanical issue or result of…
The contact owns a 2009 BMW 535I equipped with Mastercraft Tires, Tire Line: Stratus, Tire Size: 225/50/R17. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the passenger's side rear tire was bubbling, and the vehicle was unstable. The vehicle was pulled to the side of the road and the…
The contact owns a 2009 BMW 535I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle vibrated violently with a message displayed to, "Check Engine â Engine Power Reducedâ. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…
While driving I have received engine malfunction and steering becomes hard and unsafe. Have had the engine belt shred to pieces and case major issues. Same repair has been completed multiple times. Great vehicle becoming unsafe to have on the road. What component or system failed or malfunctioned…
The contact owns a 2009 BMW 535i. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for servicing, he was informed that the vehicle was leaking oil. The oil filter housing and the valve cover gaskets were replaced. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various…
Other BMW 535I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 535I | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 535I | 12 | 2 |
| 2015 535I | 23 | 0 |
| 2014 535I | 30 | 2 |
| 2013 535I | 39 | 1 |
| 2012 535I | 54 | 1 |
| 2011 535I | 112 | 4 |
| 2010 535I | 58 | 1 |
| 2009 | 71 | 1 |
| 2008 535I | 74 | 1 |
| 1995 535I | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW 535I?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 24 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 BMW 535I?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 BMW 535I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 535I model years, the 2009 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.