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2011 BMW 535I recalls

Every NHTSA recall campaign that covers the 2011 BMW 535I, newest first.

4 recalls on record for the 2011 BMW 535I. The most recent was on Feb. 2, 2017. Owners also sent NHTSA 112 complaints (since 1995).

Most often about: air bags (1), engine and engine cooling (1), fuel system, gasoline (1), power train (1). A recall applies only to the vehicles in it: check your VIN with BMW or NHTSA to see whether yours is included and still needs the repair.

Owner complaints to NHTSA

112 complaints about the 2011 BMW 535I were sent to NHTSA since 1995; 5 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 8 injuries.

Engine37
Fuel/Propulsion System34
Electrical System17
Power Train17recall on record
Unknown Or Other8
Wheels7

ValveTronic motor and eccentric shaft is a very common issue that my specific car has. Affects the timing and makes a loud sound. Dangerous to drive in this condition.
April 20, 2026 · Power Train

I purchased the BMW 535 and it continues to have drivetrain malfunction issues. This feels like a safety concern for several reasons. The first is that were not able to identify the issue, but I believe it has to do…
June 16, 2025 · Unknown Or Other

Complaints are owners' own reports to NHTSA; NHTSA has not confirmed them. Many complaints about one part can lead to an investigation or a recall. Read them on NHTSA.

All 2011 BMW 535I recalls

Feb. 2, 2017BMW 1 Series M, 135I, 335D and others: Constant velocity joint BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i…
Nov. 17, 2016BMW 528I, 535I, 550I: Sensor/control module-inactive BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 BMW 528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 550i and 550xi vehicles manufactured March 1…
Oct. 17, 2016BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo, 528I, 535I and others: Fuel pump BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and…
April 10, 2014BMW 128I, 135I, 328I and others: Engine BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe…