2010 BMW 535XI Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 535XI years
- About as many complaints as other years 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 BMW 535XI. That ranks 4th out of 7 535XI model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 27%), typically at around 52,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 fires. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 15owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 BMW 535XI 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 27% | 52,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 27% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 27% | 63,200 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 20% | 51,555 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 13% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 13% | 48,705 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 7% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 7% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 7% | 1 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 7% | 83,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 BMW 535XI recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 BMW 535XI.
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.
The passenger airbag occupancy sensor failed, meaning the supplemental restraint system does not know if someone is sitting the in passenger seat. Apparently, this was a recall issue for 2006 bmws, but the manufacturer fails to take responsibility for newer ones like those in 2010. A quick google…
Blower motor shorted and caused widespread electrical problems affecting headlights and their control. A large amount of smoke blew out of the vents as well. The vehicle was being moved from the garage to the parking lot at a 3rd party service provider.
2010 bmw 535xi, caught fire in engine compartment resulting in total loss of vehicle. Vehicle has only been maintained at bmw dealership, and current on all inspections, repairs, and maintenance. Fire occurred in duncan doughnuts drive through, slight smell of smoke while at drive through line…
My wife was driving bmw 535 xi 2010 model and vin number is [xxx] on highway suddenly "battery malfunction" showed; she want to takes car on shoulder but steering stopped working. Finally she was able to stop the car in one of repair shop. Repair shop told the belt tied with steering was jammed and…
While traveling in the midst of traffic on busy roadway the fuel pump stopped operating(on-board computer display). I received a message indicating the vehicle would continue to operate but should be checked. I managed to steer the vehicle from the main roadway before the power steering ceased to…
Other BMW 535XI years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 535XI | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 535XI | 4 | 1 |
| 2012 535XI | 18 | 0 |
| 2011 535XI | 35 | 0 |
| 2010 | 15 | 0 |
| 2008 535XI | 71 | 0 |
| 2007 535XI | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 535XI?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 BMW 535XI?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2010 BMW 535XI a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 535XI 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.