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
- 35
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Tires
None on file
None on file
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
2011: 35 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 71 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Tires
26% · 9 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2012-04-09
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, 2011-09-24
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, 2011-09-20
Wheels
20% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2011-09-08
Power train
20% · 7 reportsFuel/propulsion system
14% · 5 reportsEngine
14% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Malfunction or failure of thermostat and water pump, resulted in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-13
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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- Tires: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.