MYRModel Year Report

2016 BMW 335I

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2016 BMW 335I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:44:14.814Z

Only 2 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 2 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 335I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 288 complaints 2008: 201 complaints 2008 2009: 84 complaints 2010: 41 complaints 2010 2011: 97 complaints 2012: 22 complaints 2012 2013: 42 complaints 2014: 20 complaints 2014 2015: 10 complaints 2016: 2 complaints 2016 2017: 0 complaints 2017
2016: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
20060
2007288
2008201
200984
201041
201197
201222
201342
201420
201510
20162
20170

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

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My vehicle functioned normally without any faults for the approximately year and a half/ ~20,000 miles I used it. The one day I attempt to start my vehicle in colder weather (-6 degrees fahrenheit) and my starter fried and my engine seized up.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230214

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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My vehicle functioned normally without any faults for the approximately year and a half/ ~20,000 miles I used it. The one day I attempt to start my vehicle in colder weather (-6 degrees fahrenheit) and my starter fried and my engine seized up.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230214

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 BMW 335I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2010 ▲ 2013 ● 2009

WORST YEARS

■ 2007 ■ 2008 ● 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2016 BMW 335I 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 2016 BMW 335I?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 BMW 335I have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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