2009 BMW 335I
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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
33% of complaints: air bags — 28 distinct reports on file.
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2009 BMW 3 Series with factory optioned Sport Steering wheel has no recalls, but still has a 2017 production Takata PSDI-5 airbag with the yellow sticker. This airbag was replaced during the interim period, before the revised design was released.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260321
The contact owns a 2009 BMW 335I. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V017000 (AIR BAGS); however, shortly after the vehicle was retrieved, the air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250310
27% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 23 distinct reports on file.
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VEHICLE LOST POWER, ENGINE LITE CAME ON. TOOK FOR REPAIR, WAS TOLD SINCE IT WASN'T DOING IT @ TIME I BROUGHT IT IN BMW WOULDN'T REPAIR. A COUPLE MONTHS LATER> SAME THING HAPPENED BUT IT DIED THIS TIME & LEFT ME STRANDED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100409
I WAS DRIVING AND THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP ON MY 2009 BMW 335I WENT OUT AND I RECEIVED A WARNING SIGN INDICATING REDUCED POWER. THE CAR DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100208
18% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2009 BMW 335i. The contact stated that he parked his vehicle in the driveway of his residence and, the next morning his wife informed him that the vehicle was engulfed in flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210609
The contact owned a 2009 BMW 335i. The contact stated that he parked the vehicle in the driveway at his residence and the next morning his wife informed him that the vehicle was engulfed in flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210607
BLOWER MOTOR WIRING CAUGHT FIRE AND SPREAD THROUGHOUT REMAINDER OF CAR. INITIALLY SAW SMOKE COMING FROM VENTS WHILE VEHICLE WAS COMING TO A STOP IN A STAPLES PARKING LOT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181114
12% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING OR STANDING THE ENGINE STALLS. ONE RECALL WAS DONE AND WITH NO RESULTS. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20150504
10% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 8 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 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
2009 BMW 335I — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V044000 (electrical system) 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 2009 BMW 335I reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 BMW 335I is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW 335I?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 BMW 335I have?
4 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.