2011 BMW 535I US
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 36 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
50% of complaints: tires — 18 distinct reports on file.
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AIR BUBBLES IN THE SIDE OF 3 TIRES PUT OUT GOODYEAR 2011 535I I ONLY HAVE 17000 MILES ON THE CAR I HAD TO PURCHASE 3 NEW TIRES AND WAS TOLD IF I HIT A POT HOLE IT WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THE TIRES AGAIN AFTER SPENDING OVER $1500 ON TIRES FOR THE BMW.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120425
GOODYEAR EAGLE LS2 TIRE DEVELOPED BUBBLE AFTER LESS THAN 2000 MILES. TIRE IS ON NATIONAL BACKORDER AND IS THE ONLY TIRE APPROVED FOR THIS CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110513
AIR BUBBLES ON GOODYEAR ECELLENCE (MADE IN GERMANY) RUN FLAT TIRE 245/40R19 94Y INSTALLED ON BMW 535I . THESE ARE THE CODE ON THE TIRE: DOT NE66 JF1R 3710 / B350057 / GG257SHMPVM / D18R E13 029524-S E13.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110427
17% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.
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THERE ARE WIRES ON THE ENGINE THAT ARE CRACKING AND WAS TOLD BY THE BMW DEALER THAT THIS CAN CAUSE A FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171104
8% of complaints: wheels — 3 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
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MY BMW HAS ABOUT 75K MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING IT ONE DAY AFTER WORK AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180108
CAR SHOWS ERROR OF DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION AND THE CAR STARTS TO SHAKE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171104
UPON ACCELERATION FROM A STANDSTILL, THERE IS A 1 SECOND DELAY FROM WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED TO WHEN THE CAR ACTUALLY MOVES FORWARD. THE HESITATION IS PRESENT WHEN MOVING, BUT NOT NEARLY AS PRONOUNCED AS FROM A STOP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120310
6% of complaints: steering — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 BMW 535I US — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (3 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2011 BMW 535I US 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 2011 BMW 535I US?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 BMW 535I US 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.