Is the 2013 BMW 335XI 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 2013 BMW 335XI?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 BMW 335XI have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2013 BMW 335XI

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2013 BMW 335XI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:47.366Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 9
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2013: 9 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2005	0
2006	0
2007	20
2008	62
2009	18
2010	11
2011	23
2012	2
2013	9
2014	7
2015	2
2016	0

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Vehicle speed control

2 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASHINJURY

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In a left-hand turning lane of a city street, intending to make a left turn on a green light at a controlled intersection, my car was stationary at idle & in neutral at a complete stop until on-coming traffic cleared intersection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-04

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Air bags

2 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY

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I was rear ended from a dead stop by a vehichle around 50 MPH and my airbags malfunctioned. I had smoke coming from the dash but no actual air bag protected me by coming out. The seat belts are locked up and no longer work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-04-26

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and seat belts

Wheels

1 of 9 total reports mentions: wheels.

Tires

1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires.

Suspension

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2015-10-07Exterior lighting15V520000 BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21,...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

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Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.

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Recall 15V520000 · Exterior lighting

FAQ

Is the 2013 BMW 335XI 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 2013 BMW 335XI?: The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 BMW 335XI have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.