2011 BMW 535XI
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 |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 71 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
26% of complaints: tires — 9 distinct reports on file.
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AT 6000 MILES CAR DISPLAYED THREE TIRES WITH "SIDEWALL BUBBLES" IN THEM. DEALER REPLACED THREE TIRES AT COST TO ME. AT <12,000 MILES LATER ONE OF THOSE REPLACED HAD A "SIDEWALL BUBBLE" WHICH AGAIN WAS REPLACED AT MY COST.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120409
THE GOODYEAR 245/40/19 LS2 TIRE ON MY 2011 BMW BLISTERED THEN LOST ALL AIR AFTER HITTING A MINOR POTHOLE AT LESS THAN 5 MPH. THE CAR WAS DRIVABLE AT LOW SPEED AFTER THE LOSS OF AIR. NO SPARE TIRE IS PROVIDED ON THIS VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110924
2011 BMW 535XI WITH M SPORT PACKAGE DEVELOPED BUBBLE ON FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE. THE TIRE IS A GOODYEAR LS-2 RUN FLAT TIRE. VEHICLE HAS 1830 MILES ON IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110920
20% of complaints: wheels — 7 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE I HAD A BLOWOUT OF MY LEFT FRONT TIRE , GOODYEAR 245/40 R 19 98VXL EAGLE LS2. IT IS A RUN FLAT TIRE. AFTER DRIVING 40 MILES, THE TIRE DISENTEGRATED, AND I NEED A TOW TRUCK TO GET ME OFF THE HIGHWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110908
20% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
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MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF THERMOSTAT AND WATER PUMP, RESULTED IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND SYSTEM PRESSURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180113
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 BMW 535XI — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2011 BMW 535XI 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 535XI?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 BMW 535XI 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.