2011 BMW 335: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 28 owner complaints on record; most reports concern air bags; the 2009 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Feb 2016
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I was traveling down the road today in my 2011 335i xdrive and my sunroof exploded! No rock hit me, it was like a shotgun went off inside my car, I'm retired military, a veterans of all the wars/conflicts from 89-2009 had mortars flying over my head and patriot batterys taking out scuds overhead. It's a good thing I don't have ptsd, because I could have caused a huge accident at 70 mph on the interstate! Glass pieces everywhere, in my lap, mouth and in the car. There are two parallel lines of missing glass, I have taped all of it so it doesn't fall down. I called bmw if murray utah, they said they never heard of this and my warranty is past they said no recall is out for this.”Owner report · Structure · Oct 2018
“Pertaining to NHTSA recall number 17v676 that was issued in october of 2017, I called bmw customer service in december to inquire about the status of the recall but was told to continue checking its website for status and the rep could not provide a timeframe as to when I can bring the car to the dealership for repair. We are now at the end of january, more than 3 months after the recall was issued and still no eta as to when a fix will be available. When there's a safety risk involved, I'm not sure why there was not an urgency being placed on this recall from bmw.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jan 2018
“Takata recall would like to know whats going with this recall. Its been over a year and still this issue hasent got reaolve.”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2017
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“Warning light "engine malfunction"" engine operating at reduced output "happens randomly at different speeds , apparently due to a known bmw issue with the fuel pump on various models”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Mar 2017
“Since the name did not allow "d" in it. This is actually a 335d - diesel car. Service engine light came up. The code p02ce (cylinder 2 fuel injector offset learning t min limit) the issue is this is a reoccurring problem for me and now starts to happen every 6 months. Last one was in july 2016. Looks like some defective system. Please let me know how I can handle this scenario. The barely has 35k miles.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jan 2017
“Drivers door will not unlock as a result of interior double pull on handle. Need to press interior door lock/unlock button on center panel. Could be a significant safety issue if emergency egress from vehicle is needed, or electrical power is lost. Dealer is claiming it is not a warranted or safety recall issue. Vehicle has 36k miles on it.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jan 2017
“This recall came out in feb 2016 and the estimated resolution is "beginning of 2017" my vehicle requires shipment to the uk and the shipping company won't do it unless the recall is complete or I receive a letter saying it's safe to ship, which bmw won't provide, but it's safe enough for me to drive for 9 months?”Owner report · Air Bags · Nov 2016
“Bmw 335d automatic with approx 60k miles. While driving on the highway at approx 60 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to make noise, shake violently and fill with smoke. The passenger side curtain airbags went off from the violent shaking. My husband piloted it across 2 lanes of traffic to the shoulder. The center console and shifter were lifted up several inches. We were shocked that we did not wreck. We set the emergency brake and called bmw roadside assistance. It was towed to the nearest dealership. The dealer said it was 100% mechanical failure and the driveshaft broke and caused significant damage to the transmission and that they could not repair it. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Nov 2016
“November 25, 2016 approximately 17:44 (5:44 pm est) my 2011 bmw 335d stalled while driving. "engine malfunction reduced power" alert was on screen. I was able to re-start it, and continued on my way. This is a re-occurring dangerous problem with this car. Bmw needs to fix this before somebody gets killed.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Nov 2016
“Engine design of exhaust gas re-circulation causes heavy carbon build up on intake valves and ports causing loss of power and expensive repairs.”Owner report · Engine · Nov 2016
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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.
How other years compare
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Is the 2011 BMW 335 reliable?
NHTSA has 28 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2011 BMW 335. The most complained-about area is air bags.
Does the 2011 BMW 335 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has 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.