2007 BMW 335I
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 288 |
| 2008 | 201 |
| 2009 | 84 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 97 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 42 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 78 distinct reports on file.
17% of complaints: electrical system — 50 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BMW 335I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN ABNORMAL BURNING ODOR AND NOTICED BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180129
ON 20 FEB 2013, WE WERE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN SAN FRANCISCO. TRAFFIC IN FRONT OF US SLOWED TO A STOP AND WE ALSO STOPPED. WE WERE THEN STRUCK HARD FROM BEHIND BY ANOTHER CAR THAT HIT THE RIGHT-REAR PART OF OUR BUMPER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130222
The vehicle underwent a BMW recall repair involving the blower motor wiring, completed at an authorized BMW dealership. Immediately after the recall repair, the blower motor began operating intermittently. The system turns on and off while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260423
13% of complaints: air bags — 38 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BMW 335I. WHILE DRIVING 50-55 MPH, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO AVOID ANOTHER VEHICLE, BUT CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190502
12% of complaints: engine — 34 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
I PICKED UP MY CAR FROM THE DEALER AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRIC WATER PUMP. I DROVE HOME AND PARKED THE VEHICLE. 4 HOURS LATER MY NEIGHBOR ALERTED ME TO AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE THAT COMPLETELY DESTROYED THE VEHICLE. *JS
NHTSA ODI report, 20120702
9% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 27 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ENTERING A FREEWAY ON RAMP DURING A TURN, THE CAR'S FUEL SYSTEM FAILED AND CAUSED THE CAR TO 'SHUTTER' (SAME FEELING AS SOMEONE WHO DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO DRIVE A STICK SHIFT). THIS CAUSED THE CAR TO LOSE CONTROL AND FLIP OVER AFTER HITTING A DITCH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080310
2 FUEL PUMP FAILURES RESULTING IN OVER ONE MONTH WITHOUT VEHICLE. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20071024
SAFETY TIMELINE
ENGINE STALLING - FUEL PUMP FAILURE
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007
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 March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW a
Campaign 13V044000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports w
Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repai
Campaign 13V564000 — check if this car was fixed
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. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.
Campaign 17V676000 — check if this car was fixed
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,...
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.
Campaign 20V017000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 24V513000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 BMW 335I — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (78 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (50 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V044000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V564000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V676000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V017000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V513000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 BMW 335I reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 BMW 335I is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 335I?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 BMW 335I have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.