2011 Bmw 335i Us problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (7) · Fuel/Propulsion System (3) · Power Train:automatic Transmission (2)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (134)
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.
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.
Electrical System 2022-03-01 · B610322 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the footwell module (frm) cannot be encoded after replacement.
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling 2020-09-01 · B110208 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
power reduction, fc2a82 intake vanos and/or fc2a87 exhaust vanos camshaft fault: the ?service engine soon? (mil) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. this situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. if theignition is cycled,
Showing the 6 most recent of 134 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-05-31 · Power Train · 60,000 mi“power train: driveline: constant velocity joint details issued april 21, 2017 recall id 265558 nhtsa campaign # 17v067000 vehicles affected 8,752 component affected power train: driveline: constant velocity joint summary bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i coupe, 1 series m coupe and 135i convertible veh…”
2019-05-30 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 45,000 mi“my fuel is leaking under the driver side door there is no evidence of injury to the under body but fuel is dripping from underneath…”
2018-07-23 · Engine · 89,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 335i us. when the vehicle was started, the "service engine soon and low power mode' warning indicators illuminated. the contact drove the vehicle to the dealer (bmw of west springfield, 1712 riverdale street, west springfield, ma 01089) where it was determined that the valve-tonic system failed and needed replacement…”
2017-12-04 · Engine · 38,400 mi“2011 bmw 335i three (3) recalls: 1) fire hazard, 2) takata recall and 3) vanos housing bolts - resulting in total loss of my 2011 bmw 335i vehicle as confirmed a total loss vehicle by progressive insurance claim number 17-2120735. contrary to progressive insurance company's report, there was no collision. my 2011 bmw 335i sports model vehicle w…”
2017-10-11 · Engine · 12,000 mi“my 2011 bmw 335i, when driving at low speeds (>20mph) and turning (onto streets and into parking lots) stalls and loses all engine power. i am able to re-start car but the sudden loss of power cause safety issues because cars behind you may hit you. this has happened 7-10 times since 2012. i have taken in the car to kelly bmw and mag bmw in colu…”
2017-09-29 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2011 bmw 335i us. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer was contacted (lauderdale bmw of pembroke pines, pembroke…”
2016-11-23 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2011 bmw 335i us. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact h…”
2016-09-23 · Engine · 76,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 335i us. while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to restart the vehicle, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, but was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 76,000. …”
2016-06-30 · Engine · 47,400 mi“vehicle intermittently stalls at low rpm (less than 650) and low speed (less than 10mph) while driving. stall happens in every 300-500 miles and car looses power (steering wheel and other power) while on stall making it dangerous to drive. car doesn't through any fault code to the system if stalls. mountain view, ca bmw dealer's technician couldn'…”
2015-05-18 · Unknown Or Other“when parallel parking this 335i the car will lunge or surge with up to a 50 percent increase of engine power when the steering wheel is turned to either extreme of travel. the steering wheel is turned to the end of travel to obtain minimum turning radius. this lunging makes the control of the car uncertain in those tight maneuvering spaces that h…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.