2015 BMW 535D
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 58 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 6 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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The oxygen sensor on my 2015 BMW 535D Diesel has become faulty. BMW has extended the warranty on Oxygen sensor for diesel vehicles to 10 years OR 120,000 miles. My car is still within 10 year threshold, but at 137,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-14
The oxygen sensor on my 2015 BMW 535D Diesel has become faulty. BMW has extended the warranty on Oxygen sensor for diesel vehicles to 10 years OR 120,000 miles. My car is still within 10 year threshold, but at 137,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-14
Fuel system, diesel
2 of 6 total reports mention: fuel system, diesel.
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The contact owns a 2015 BMW 535D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not made aware of the issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-08
Engine
2 of 6 total reports mention: engine.
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My 2015 BMW 535d, VIN number: [XXX] is failing post catalytic 02 sensors. I replaced both of the post-catalytic 02 sensors after 1,040 miles and failed again last week on August 3, 2022.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-11
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 BMW 535D. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V755000 (Engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-02
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2019-05-13Engine and engine cooling18V755000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2022-01-14Fuel system, diesel21V586000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2022-07-06Fuel system, diesel21V907000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755.
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2023-03-17Engineering analysisOpen High pressure fuel pump failure
Buy-smart checklist
2015 BMW 535D — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, diesel: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V755000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 21V586000 · Fuel system, diesel
- Recall 21V907000 · Fuel system, diesel
FAQ
- Is the 2015 BMW 535D 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 535D?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 BMW 535D have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.