Most common 2010 BMW 335d problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW 335d complaints by model year
Best 335d years: 2009, 2010. Years to avoid: 2011. Compare all years →
2010 BMW 335d recalls (5)
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
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,…
Remedy: 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.
Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 M3 Coupe and M3 Convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade, resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and secure the positive battery cable connector, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2011 BMW 335d vehicles with diesel engines. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade over time, possibly resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018.
Electrical system › Wiring
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017.
What 2010 BMW 335d owners say
Electrical system
I was stopped at a traffic light when smoke began arising from my right front wheel and was followed by flames...I had had my car in for ac malfunctioning earlier in the the summer and asked about the recall relative to motor blower wiring..they said at BMW not the problem and no fix yet available ..my car was totally destroyed...I have video footage
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 BMW 335d. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle shuttered and stalled. In addition, the ABS warning indicator illuminated. BMW of fairfax (8427 lee hwy, fairfax, va) diagnosed that the ABS sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The ABS sensor had been previously replaced on two occasions. The vehicle was not repaired for the recent failure. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V676000 (electrical system) and stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. BMW of fairfax confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 30,600.
Engine & cooling
I was stopped at a traffic light when smoke began arising from my right front wheel and was followed by flames...I had had my car in for ac malfunctioning earlier in the the summer and asked about the recall relative to motor blower wiring..they said at BMW not the problem and no fix yet available ..my car was totally destroyed...I have video footage
Nitrous oxide sensors upstream and downstream and catalytic tank all failed. Notices of extended warranty up to 10 years but failed after so no reimbursement. Suspect many people unaware when non BMW service center repaired and non recorded. Recall should be initiated. Have records to verify bad nox sensors and being told now catalytic converters needs replacing .
2010 BMW 335d engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 23 / 36 / 27 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 BMW 335d a good car?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 335d rates average: 24% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 335d at the same age. It is one of the best 335d 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 2010 BMW 335d?
The electrical system — 6 complaints, 60% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (3) and air bags (2).
How many recalls does the 2010 BMW 335d have?
There are 5 recalls for the 2010 BMW 335d, the most recent from July 3, 2024 (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 335d?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2009 and 2010. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2011. See the full BMW 335d years comparison.
At what mileage do 2010 BMW 335d problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 88,000 miles; 17% 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.