2010 BMW 335I
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
32% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TAKATA RECALL. I WAS INVOLVED IN A MINOR, SLOW SPEED ACCIDENT WHERE MY VEHICLE REAR-ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITH SUCH FORCE THAT BOTH FRONT PASSENGER WINDOWS WERE BLOWN OUT AND THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160630
22% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
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RECALL 17V-676: BLOWER MOTOR WIRING was preformed several years ago. Today the wiring connection added during the recall work failed and the blower motor stopped working.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240412
17% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 7 distinct reports on file.
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THE FUEL INJECTOR FOR MY 2010 BMW 335I DIED AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR 14 DAYS. THE VEHICLE WILL STILL DRIVE, BUT IF YOU TRY TO ACCELERATE, IT SHAKES VERY BADLY. AFTER HAVING IT REPLACED, ONE OF THE INJECTORS WENT BAD AGAIN- 7 DAYS LATER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100302
ON TUESDAY FEBRUARY 2ND 2010 MY BRAND NEW (ONLY 3859 MILES ON IT) BMW 335I COUPE STARTED EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY STARTING UP (THEN ENGINE WOULD JUST TURN AND TURN).
NHTSA ODI report, 20100205
12% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
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Good Morning Folks, I own a 2010 BMW 335i sedan with approximately 110k miles and I will have to be replacing AGAIN, the valve cover gaskets in the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251020
10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 4 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WE SMELLED BURNING PLASTIC AND PULLED OVER TO INVESTIGATE. UPON PULLING OVER WE FOUND A SMALL FIRE WAS BURNING IN THE HEAD/FOG LIGHT AREA OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130312
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
2010 BMW 335I — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (7 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 2010 BMW 335I reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 BMW 335I is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 335I?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 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.