2013 Bmw 135i problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (7) · Vehicle Speed Control (2) · Power Train (2)
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Safety recalls (2)
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2020-01-15 · campaign 20V017000 · 59,965 vehicles
Defect: 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
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp 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 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.
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 (102)
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.
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.
Power Train 2020-04-01 · B110208 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
power reduction fc2a82 intake vanos and/or fc2 a87 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 the ignition is cycled
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2019-07-12 · 651512 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service action: cic - install navigation road map database 2013. before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the car information computer (cic) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the cic internal hard disc drive (hdd).
Showing the 6 most recent of 102 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-07-12 · Power Train · 40,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 bmw 135i. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurre…”
2018-08-20 · Vehicle Speed Control · 26,106 mi“driving on the highway at 65 mph, and after going about 4-5 miles, the below warning messages came on.…”
2018-08-06 · Unknown Or Other · 21,652 mi · 🔥 fire“vehicle was parked in driveway, burst into flames, total loss…”
2018-07-31 · Vehicle Speed Control · 29,000 mi“this has been an ongoing issue, but i had another close call today so i am logging a formal complaint. the vehicle hesitates to accelerate after pressing the gas pedal. it often takes 2 to 3 seconds for the vehicle to accelerate. when the acceleration finally engages, it tends to be hard since i often continue pressing the pedal when the acce…”
2017-09-27 · Air Bags“takata recall i received a letter sept 2017 from bmw stating the parts were available for replacement. i call center bmw for service but was notified the parts will not be available for some time. i received my first notification of the problem in march 2016. what can i do to resolve the problem? (this is a second complaint. the first complaint…”
2017-08-14 · Air Bags“takata recall in march 2016 i received a letter informing me of a defective front air bag. the letter mentioned the parts were not available but i would be notified when they would become available. i have had my vehicle serviced several time since. the last was june 26, 2017. each time i am informed the parts are not available. i understand the …”
2017-07-07 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2013 bmw 135i. 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 local dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notif…”
2016-10-11 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2013 bmw 135i. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the conta…”
2016-09-12 · Air Bags“tl* the contact owns a 2014 (na) bmw 135i. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the vin was invalid. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.…”
2016-06-17 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2013 bmw 135i. 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 had …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.