2010 Bmw 335 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (2) · Service Brakes (1) · Power Train (1)
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Safety recalls (1)
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2016-02-05 · campaign 16V071000 · 840,000 vehicles
Defect: 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
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (104)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2024-01-16 · B510819 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Fuel System, Gasoline 2021-05-01 · B011321 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
class action settlement: n54/n54t/n55 electric engine coolant pump . with the court's final approval, bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: oliver, et al v. bmw na, et al
Fuel System, Gasoline 2021-05-01 · B011321 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
class action settlement: n54/n54t/n55 electric engine coolant pump . with the court's final approval, bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: oliver, et al v. bmw na, et al
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2021-04-01 · B340414 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles: 1. visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees f) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Showing the 6 most recent of 104 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2016-02-26 · Engine · 58,000 mi“egr cooler is leaking and fumes are getting into cabin, it has disabled the abs and traction controls also cruise control! the fault came just beyond the factory warranty of 50,000 miles 4 year. i ready about your complaint service in a forum and bmw was able to complete the necessary repairs free of charge.…”
2015-04-30 · Vehicle Speed Control · 30,000 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 335. while driving at 5 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle accelerated independently. as a result, the vehicle crashed into a pole and a building. the air bags failed to deploy. the contact did not sustain any injuries. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the dde and dt…”
2015-02-02 · Power Train · 90,000 mi“excessive soot and carbon build up in the intake manifold and intake valves of the 335d which is a diesel car. this causes rough idling, misfires, and loss of engine power. while merging onto a highway, the engine malfunctioned due to this problem and immediately lost power almost causing a collision. the vehicle has had this problem for more than …”
2014-03-25 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 53,000 mi“due to premature build up of excessive soot and carbon in the egr, intake manifold, and intake valves of diesel engines, it was cause engine vibrations and check engine light to illuminate. without costly repairs requiring egr cleaning/replacing, intake manifold cleaning/replacing, and cylinder head cleaning/ replacing, the car will not pass mandat…”
2014-02-14 · Service Brakes · 34,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 335 bmw. the contact stated that both rear rotors failed. the contact took the vehicle for diagnosis where the dealer advised that the failure was caused by normal wear-and-tear. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 34,000. the current mileage wa…”
2013-04-14 · Vehicle Speed Control · 40,200 mi“this 335d had a history of engine light-on events prior to potential catastrophic uncommented engine runaway. on jan 13, 2013 customer was driving vehicle at cruise control at speed setting 83 mph on turnpike at 11pm. suddenly engine light came on, followed by a significant reduction in engine power output. engine was unable to handle power requ…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.