Most common 2007 BMW 335 problems
Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 335 complaints by model year
Best 335 years: 2007, 2008. Years to avoid: 2011. Compare all years →
2007 BMW 335 recalls (1)
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
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…
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2007 BMW 335:
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited.
What 2007 BMW 335 owners say
Engine & cooling
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 BMW 335. While driving 55 MPH, an abnormal odor drifted through the air vents and the vehicle caught on fire. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the fire was coming from the engine compartment. The local fire department extinguished the fire and a police report was filed. There were no injuries; however, the contact inhaled smoke. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
High pressure fuel pump & vacuum lines tank 1 & 2 failures. Turbocharger & waste gate failure as well, fuel sending units developed hairline fractures that cause fuel to leak on exhaust manifold likely to case a fire was told not to drive car luckily the mechanic notice the leakage. No more need to to say, you guys are aware of this do some about it please! I never purchase a BMW ever again!
Electrical system
My daytime running lights bulb failed. Upon opening up the sealed headlight bucket, I discovered that the positive and negative wires' insulation was brittle, cracked, and missing in places, potentially allowing for a short to and possibly a fire to occur.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 335. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V676000 (electrical system). The parts to do the repair were 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 made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2007 BMW 335 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | RWD | 17 / 26 / 20 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 BMW 335 a good car?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 335 rates better than average: 81% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 335 at the same age. It is one of the best 335 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 BMW 335?
The engine & cooling — 4 complaints, 44% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (4) and air bags (2).
How many recalls does the 2007 BMW 335 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2007 BMW 335, the most recent from February 5, 2016 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the BMW 335?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2007 and 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2011. See the full BMW 335 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 BMW 335 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 127,000 miles; 20% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.