2010 BMW 335 recalls and problems

The 2010 BMW 335 has 1 safety recall and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2010 BMW 335 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 BMW 335 recalls

Recall 16V-071: Air Bags

Reported Feb 5, 2016 · 840,000 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2010 BMW 335 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	4
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Service Brakes	1
Power Train	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 53,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 BMW 335 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 58,000 miles · reported Feb 26, 2016

Egr cooler is leaking and fumes are getting into cabin, it has disabled the ABS and traction controls also cruise control! The fault came just beyond the factory warranty of 50,000 miles 4 year. I ready about your complaint service in a forum and bmw was able to complete the necessary repairs free of charge.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 30,000 miles · reported Apr 30, 2015

The contact owns a 2010 bmw 335. While driving at 5 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle accelerated independently. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a pole and a building. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the dde and dtc modules needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 7/7/15 updated 10/11/2017

Engine · at 90,000 miles · reported Feb 2, 2015

Excessive soot and carbon build up in the intake manifold and intake valves of the 335d which is a diesel car. This causes rough idling, misfires, and loss of engine power. While merging onto a highway, the engine malfunctioned due to this problem and immediately lost power almost causing a collision. The vehicle has had this problem for more than 20k miles and continuous trips to the dealer to diagnose. Finally, the dealer agreed it was carbon build up but that it is not covered. The repairs for this should be covered by bmw as it is emissions related and can cause significant engine…

Engine · at 53,000 miles · reported Mar 25, 2014

Due to premature build up of excessive soot and carbon in the EGR, intake manifold, and intake valves of diesel engines, it was cause engine vibrations and check engine light to illuminate. Without costly repairs requiring EGR cleaning/replacing, intake manifold cleaning/replacing, and cylinder head cleaning/ replacing, the car will not pass mandatory emissions testing. Bmw needs to extend their warranty to address this issue.

Service Brakes · at 34,000 miles · reported Feb 14, 2014

The contact owns a 2010 335 bmw. The contact stated that both rear rotors failed. The contact took the vehicle for diagnosis where the dealer advised that the failure was caused by normal wear-and-tear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. The current mileage was 35,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 BMW 335 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 BMW 335: 16V-071 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 BMW 335?

Owners report engine problems most often (4 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 53,000 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.