2010 BMW 135I: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 15 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel system, gasoline.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jan 2020
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The wiring going to the blower motor on my 2010 bmw 135i is melted. I could smell something burning and the blower motor started working intermittently. The vehicle was running in my driveway with the heat on at the time. The problem is the same as recall 17v-676 which covers the bmw 3 series from the same year but not the 1 series which uses the same parts.”Owner report · Electrical System · Dec 2017
“Takata recall-- I received a recall notice in march 2016 notifying me of the takata air bag recall. It stated that repair time was unknown as yet. I called our local bmw dealer, bmw of columbia, columbia, sc, recently and was told no repair can be scheduled yet. I am very nervous about the safety of driving this ca rand upset they can ignore the danger.”Owner report · Air Bags · Mar 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 135i. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and activating the rear defroster, the rear window shattered without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the rear defroster burned out. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.”Owner report · Visibility · Jan 2015
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“Windshield wiper blades chatters and does not clear the rain! On 2010 bmw x6 VIN #[xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr”Owner report · Visibility · Feb 2011
“At approx 70 mph, "electrical malfunction, power decrease" message lights. Vehicle comes to dead stop during rush hour on fl turnpike. Driver puts on flashers. Watches rear view mirror as dozens of vehicles approach. Two car crash occurs behind stalled vehicle. Driver must exit car and run to shoulder to avoid potential injury. Multi car accident miraculously avoided. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2010
“Bmw high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) failed while I was driving on a busy four lane city road. The hpfp is covered by bmw's warranty and was replaced. However, there appears to be a lot of bmw owners of the 135i and 335i that have had similar experiences but much more risk involved, e.g. Failure while accelerating onto a freeway. This is the first failure my my2010 car has had; others have reported 3 failures. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2010
“Car started long 3-7 second cranks at 600 miles, then continued until at 1300 miles, car almost shut down on highway with an ses light. Car is at the shop being fixed now with a high pressure fuel pump being replaced. 2010 bmw 135i 1350 miles! *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 2010
“Tl* the contact has a 2010 bmw 135. The contact stated that the vehicle is losing power in the high pressure fuel pump. The vehicle does not stop running, however the vehicle loses power and slows down. The contact tried to accelerate while changing lines and the vehicle lost power and did not accelerate. The failure and current mileages were 1807.”Owner report · Fuel System, Other · Jan 2010
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is Coupes and 128i, 135i Convertible vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors in the blower-regulator wiring harness may overheat.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower-regulator wiring harness, and replace it with a new part, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of an earlier recall number 17V-676.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2010 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
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Is the 2010 BMW 135I reliable?
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 2010 BMW 135I. The most complained-about area is fuel system, gasoline.
Does the 2010 BMW 135I have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.