10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
50,616 miles

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2010 BMW 335 electrical problems

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2010 BMW 335 Owner Comments

problem #18

May 282018

335

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The engine stalled multiple times driving on the highway. When I turn off the car and turn on the car, it would go back to normal. I researched this is a problem for 335d, I think im experiencing the same problem, not sure why 335i is not included in the recall list. This happened multiple times for me and I ignored it at that time, other person has also experienced the same issue when he was driving my car. Now the electrical battery power is completely shut off and there is no recall, this really bothers me.

- Reston , VA, USA

problem #17

May 312020

335 6-cyl

  • 123,500 miles
The vehicles ftm (footwell module) isn't working. During a drive my turning signals didn't want to work. My headlights won't turn off. Windows stay put. Doors don't lock. Vehicle is stationary but can still be operated. Shops around the area notified me that they had a few vehicles have the same problem this year. There was a recall for the same probably the dates for the recalls didn't include my cars manufacturered state

- Madison, WI, USA

problem #16

Jan 082019

335

  • 88,000 miles
Car parked in driveway and burst into flames 5 minutes after parking it. Totally destroyed.

- Simpsonville, SC, USA

problem #15

Dec 182018

335

  • 75,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2010 BMW 335I. The contact stated that the blower motor failed to operate. While driving 65 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast the vehicle over to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted, but failed to drive. The vehicle was towed to BMW of silver spring (located at 3211 automobile blvd, silver spring, md 20904, (888) 295-2096) where it was diagnosed that the engine overheated. The contact was also informed that the water pump was leaking, and the radiator was leaking antifreeze and was mixing with the oil, which needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact the vehicle was out of warranty. No further assistance was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

- Clinton, MD, USA

problem #14

Dec 012018

335

  • 84,975 miles
The wiring harness for the headlights tends to rot overtime in these cars which then leads to bare copper wires making contact with each other and ends up causing a short and blowing the bulb. This is a safety hazard, not only for visibility but for fire prevention as well. This is a common issue in a lot of BMW's and it should be addressed. This isn't something that should have to be replaced and it is very challenging to do so. I took a look at this as my headlight bulb blew last week while on the road. Like I had mentioned earlier, this is pretty common and is even occurring in their newer models. The insulation over the wiring just flakes off and the dealerships show no care when the issue is brought up.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #13

Sep 222018

335

  • 103,000 miles
Takata recall - I think air bag and seat belt warning lights are on all the time. BMW says there is no recall affecting this. Both stationary and moving.

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #12

Aug 142018

335

  • 84,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I was stopped at a traffic light when smoke began arising from my right front wheel and was followed by flames...I had had my car in for ac malfunctioning earlier in the the summer and asked about the recall relative to motor blower wiring..they said at BMW not the problem and no fix yet available..my car was totally destroyed...I have video footage

- Fort Washington, PA, USA

problem #11

Aug 112018

335

  • miles
Too long to remedy

- York, PA, USA

problem #10

Jul 072018

335

  • 90,000 miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 BMW 335I. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V071000 (air bags) and 17V676000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the dealer (zt motors of fort walton beach, 1000 N beal pkwy nw, fort walton beach, fl 32547, (850) 863-2167) scheduled an appointment for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 90,000.

- Destin, FL, USA

problem #9

Jun 052018

335

  • miles
In November 2017, BMW sent me letters regarding possible fire hazards due to defects of the blower motor wiring and the PCV valve heater (recall numbers 17V-676 and 17V-683). No recall has been issued and no repair offered to correct possible defects. I have experienced no problem related to these parts. However, due to the serious nature of these issues, BMW should be required to recall and repair affected cars promptly.

- Syracuse, NY, USA

problem #8

Oct 252017

335

  • 30,600 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2010 BMW 335D. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle shuttered and stalled. In addition, the ABS warning indicator illuminated. BMW of fairfax (8427 lee hwy, fairfax, va) diagnosed that the ABS sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The ABS sensor had been previously replaced on two occasions. The vehicle was not repaired for the recent failure. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V676000 (electrical system) and stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. BMW of fairfax confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 30,600.

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #7

Apr 152018

335

  • miles
For the airbag recall, I have constantly been told by midtown (houston) BMW that the replacements are unavailable. This has bee for two years now. 2 - on the new recall, the wiring recall, I have yet to be contacted by BMW or my local midtown BMW dealership

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #6

Dec 112017

335

  • miles
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 335D. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V676000 (electrical system). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (BMW of minnetonka, 15802 wayzata blvd, wayzata, mn 55391) and was informed that the part was unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Minnetonka, MN, USA

problem #5

Feb 142018

335

  • 112,000 miles
Blower motor recall: My car was taken in by BMW the beginning of February for the recall, or so I thought. The person I talked to in the service department alerted me that there was a recall and that my car was under it. A week of them having it goes by and the tech I talk to tells me that, no my car wasnt part of it and I had other issues that they quoted me for but couldnt directly say how they concluded they were faulty, his name was carlos up at classic BMW in willoughby hills, oh. I then tell the sa I refuse to talk to that tech because he doesnt seem to have proper knowledge on the car id like to speak with someone else. The sa then confirms that my car is under recall but they cant do anything because they dont know when they will be servicing or getting parts for it. I asked if they could check it to make sure its not a safety issue for mine and he tells me that because they wont know when they will get reimbursed for the labor just to look at it, that they couldnt do anything. They let me drive my car off the lot with an ses light on, not checking my recall, my blower motor fan doesnt even work properly. Not to mention that they told me my alternator and battery were bad and couldnt run diagnostics or anything on it. I basically drove off their lot thinking they didnt do any kind of inspection on the car. They wanted me to pay 2000 just to start on what was wrong. I just got this car 1 year ago and havent had anything wrong until this month where everything seems to be going wrong safety wise. Limp mode, limit driving, drive moderately, charge malfunction, sensors lighting like a christmas tree. I never received letters about a recall. Any reply would be much appreciated. Thank you, jordan

- Eastlake, OH, USA

problem #4

Feb 052016

335

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 BMW 335I. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V071000 (air bags) and 17V676000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact also stated that compensation should be provided for the inconvenience caused by the recalls. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Oakland, CA, USA

problem #3

Sep 022017

335

  • miles
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 335I. The contact stated that the dealer did not notify him during the time of purchase that the vehicle was pending NHTSA campaign number: 17V676000 (electrical system). The dealer information was unknown. It was unknown if the manufacturer was contacted about the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure however was concerned for their safety. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Oakland, CA, USA

problem #2

Mar 232015

335 6-cyl

  • 58,511 miles
Passenger side rear turn signal ceased to function....updated 03/31/15 the consumer discovered there was nothing wrong with the tail light. It was just a loose connection.

- Lafayette, LA, USA

problem #1

May 222014

335 6-cyl

  • 61,500 miles
Noticed the passenger side blinker started to blink quickly. The brakes and tail lights use a bulb while the blinker has approximately 15 leds. Therefore the entire light assembly has to be replaced. Several of the leds do not light up and the ones that do are dim. Two weeks later the driver side blinker did the same thing. This concerns me as another driver may not be aware that I am turning until it is to late.

- Florence, SC, USA

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