Is the 2015 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 2015 BMW 335XI?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 BMW 335XI have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2015 BMW 335XI

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2015 BMW 335XI
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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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 2
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2015: 2 complaints

View as data table

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

Vehicle speed control

1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2015 BMW 335XI. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the traction control warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed, but failed to operate as intended.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-10-05

Also filed under Traction control system

Traction control system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: traction control system.

Structure

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

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Driver and passenger door lock intermittently fails to open after being driven by pulling on the door handle twice. Only remedy is to use the central locking/unlocking switch on the dash to open the door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-08

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

Buy-smart checklist

2015 BMW 335XI — pre-purchase inspection

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Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Traction control system: 1 report on file for this year.
Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V520000 · Exterior lighting

FAQ

Is the 2015 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 2015 BMW 335XI?: The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 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.