Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 | −38% | 2 | Engine | Average |
| 2013 | 9 | −15% | 1 | Acceleration | Average |
| 2011 | 23 | 2.1× | 3 | Airbag | Caution |
| 2010 | 11 | typical | 3 | Fuel System | Average |
| 2009 | 18 | 1.7× | 3 | Fuel System | Caution |
| 2008 | 62 | 3.7× | 3 | Fuel System | Avoid |
| 2007 | 20 | typical | 4 | Electrical | Average |
| 2006 | 0 | −85% | 3 | — | Good |
* Complaints compared with the median 335xi year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common BMW 335xi problems
Latest BMW 335xi recalls
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
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.
Exterior lighting
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured June 28,…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe, 428i Convertible, 428xi Convertible, 435i Convertible, 328xi Gran Turismo, 335xi Gran Turismo, and 2015 428i…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on May 28, 2015. The recall began on July 6, 2015.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the BMW 335xi should you avoid?
2008, 2011 and 2009 — these years have the most complaints relative to other 335xi years at the same age, led by fuel & propulsion system problems in the 2008.
What is the best year for the BMW 335xi?
2006 has the fewest complaints compared with other 335xi years at the same age, followed by 2014 and 2013. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common BMW 335xi problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the fuel & propulsion system (59), engine & cooling (32) and electrical system (29). Fuel System complaints peak in the 2008 model year.
How many recalls has the BMW 335xi had?
6 recalls across 2006–2014. The model year with the most is 2007. See all BMW 335xi recalls by year.
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.