2010 BMW 535I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 535I years
- About as many complaints as other years 4th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 BMW 535I. That ranks 4th out of 11 535I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (19 complaints, 33%), typically at around 88,924 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 58owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 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 | 19 | 33% | 88,924 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 14 | 24% | 7,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 11 | 19% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 12% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 9% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 9% | 2,299 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 5% | 61,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3% | 50,100 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 3% | 93,500 | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | 27,271 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 2% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 88,924 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | 25 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 2% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | 7,800 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 2% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 2% | 60,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 BMW 535I recalls (1)
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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.
Consistent fuel pump error code 2AAF
I was told by BMW that the high pressure fuel pump for these vehicles are under warranty for 100,000 miles or 10 years. I just purchased the vehicle to not only drive from new jersey to New York and shut down. Since then it caused an accident and the used dealer is just ignoring everything. I was…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 535I. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20-25 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER. THE CONTACT COASTED AND MANUALLY STEERED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD THE…
Several times i was placed in peril while traveling at high rates of speed then the car stalls on us highway 95. There were also times when the car stalled while driving less than 35mph. When this happens i have no real control to steer the wheel, no prior warning or issues with the car to indicate…
Receiving p0087 low pressure fuel, car goes into drivetrain malfunction. Fix is replacing high pressure fuel pump.
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 | 58 | 1 |
| 2009 535I | 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 2010 BMW 535I?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline, engine problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 19 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 BMW 535I?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2010 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 2010 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.