MYRModel Year Report

2011 BMW 335

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2011 BMW 335
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:19:41.616Z

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 335 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 12 complaints 2009 2010: 6 complaints 2010 2011: 28 complaints 2011 2012: 4 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2011: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
20060
20079
20086
200912
20106
201128
20124
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

11 of 28 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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ANOTHER VEHICLE TOOK A HARD ILLEGAL RIGHT FROM THE LEFT HAND LANE AS I WAS GOING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. I WAS FORCED TO HIT THE OTHER VEHICLE AND BOUNCED OFF AND HIT HEAD-ON INTO A TEXACO SIGN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141028

TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CONTACTED TWO BMW RETAILERS IN MY AREA ASKING TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE MY AIRBAGS REPLACED AND BOTH RESPONSES WERE "WE DON'T HAVE THE PART BUT WILL ORDER IT AND CALL YOU BACK WHEN READY TO SCHEDULE THE REPLACEMENT".

NHTSA ODI report, 20171209

ENGINE

7 of 28 total reports mention: engine.

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DEFECTIVE SWIRL FLAP ACTUATOR. DEALER REPLACE INTAKE MANIFOLD WITH SWIRL FLAP MOTOR. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20130905

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.

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PERTAINING TO NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 17V676 THAT WAS ISSUED IN OCTOBER OF 2017, I CALLED BMW CUSTOMER SERVICE IN DECEMBER TO INQUIRE ABOUT THE STATUS OF THE RECALL BUT WAS TOLD TO CONTINUE CHECKING ITS WEBSITE FOR STATUS AND THE REP COULD NOT PROVIDE A...

NHTSA ODI report, 20180131

BLOWER MOTOR SYSTEM CONNECTORS RECALL. RECALL INCOMPLETE REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171123

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

4 of 28 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 28 total reports mention: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20161101 — air bags

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...

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. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 16V071000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 BMW 335 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V071000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 BMW 335 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW 335?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 BMW 335 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.