BMW 535i Complaints

536 consumer complaints on file.

#11528217June 21, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Driver-side headlight started getting condensation last winter. Brought the car to the dealer to see if they can replace the gasket but was told that it needs to be replaced and it could cost as much as $7,000 if the module needs to be replaced as well. That is ridiculous that it needs to be replaced at such ab absurd cost. Lights can stop working if it burns out and dangerous if it occurs at night and lose your headlights. Since it is summer now, condensation has not occurred until it starts raining.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11524113May 27, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER
The drivers headlight has developed significant condensation on its interior caused by a failed seal which in turn damaged or short-circuited the modules disabling my daytime running light, low beam, high beam, and turn signal
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11518457April 22, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Wiring in the headlight assembly is losing its insulation, allowing wires to short and headlamps to fail to operate.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11515120April 3, 2023
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 535I. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, an abnormal clicking sound was coming from the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Soon after hearing the noise, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the passenger’s side CV joint was replaced out of pocket. Recently, the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer for routine maintenance and the contact was informed that the driver’s side CV joint was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 165,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11514651March 30, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CarMax sold me a car but rolled back the odometer before I took possession. Autocheck report shows mileage of 59,964 on June 16, 2014 and 57,116 on Sep 16, 2014 when I bought it. I never saw this report until I tried to trade it in last week. Offered 1/2 of value bc of tampering. I called CarMax to correct this and they said they aren't liable bc the title says Actual Mileage even though they know it's not.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11512368March 17, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The headlight housing on my model year is leaking water into it and causing electrical issues , Iv noticed majority of other models I see on the road have the same issue with one of the headlight housings having water in them, this has caused numerous codes to appear on the dash. “ Vertical headlight malfunction “ …”turn signal malfunction “ …”daytime running light malfunction “ ect… this is a safety issue because it stops my signal from working and my headlight works when it wants to. Normally I would think maybe I rock chipped the housing but since I see it on majority of 535’s I see I figure it must have been an issue from factory.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11511699March 14, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Exploding sunroof. While driving on a normal day no rain or bad weather on open highway I here what was like a gun shot and see glass explode upwards and out of vehicle then I hear pebbles falling on my sunroof visor. My back sunroof window exploded for no reason.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11510725March 8, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE:BODY
Myself along with thousands of other owners are having moisture build up issues inside the headlight that eventually create puddles of water that short out the headlights which is $5000 for each headlight replacement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11508848February 24, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Drivers side headlight has severe condensation and signal light headlights have malfunction.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11508850February 24, 2023
WHEELS
Tire pressure monitor warned that my left rear tire was low. Next day same thing. I went to have tire patched was told that the wheel had a crack in it. That was the cause for slow leak.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507275February 14, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Driver side headlight has an extreme condensation issue. Especially after it rains or using a car wash. The condensation leaks into the control light module , which makes the turn signal, parking lamp and the adaptive light to all fail.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11506957February 13, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights on the BMW 535 collect excessive amounts of condensation. If the condensation builds up, then the light does not function properly. The main safety concern is the malfunction of the turn signal. It will function in the rear of the vehicle but does not light up on the front in the affected headlight housing. Review of this problem on-line shows that this has occurred in many BMW vehicles and BMW also has issued a service bulletin for this problem (SI B63 05 16). As widespread as this problem is, I would think there would be a required recall for this service.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11506240February 8, 2023
AIR BAGS
The driver's side supplemental restraint warning light has come on and stays on. I have an appointment with my service center.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11499233December 28, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 535I. The contact stated that the driver’s side headlamp had condensation inside the headlamp housing. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who replaced the headlamp housing. The contact stated that the failure recurred with the passenger’s side headlamp housing and the driver’s side replacement headlamp housing. The failure had caused the turn signals to malfunction. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496405December 7, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
When car comes to stop and driver or left rear passenger attempts to open the door, the door will sometimes not open. It remains locked. Right side door lever, when pulled, will unlock the door and you can open. The only way to open the door is to press the unlock button in the center console twice. This unlocks the doors and you can exit. This is of concern since the car has power locks. Should an accident occur, driver and rear passenger can be stuck in car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496220December 6, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 335I. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the bolts used to secure the housing for the camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit had loosened over time, causing the vehicle to stall. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V176000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) which he linked to the failure. The contact called two dealers and the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 129,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495474November 30, 2022
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Recently purchase this vehicle from BMW of Greenwich. Drive it less than 200 miles - the odometer at the time of purchase had 55,000 miles, the engine looked perfect upon visual inspection. The fax report had a failed emissions inspection in the record and a second inspection days latter as apassed. I detected burnt smell coming from the engine, and immediately stopped driving it and called the vendor. The vendor has the car towed to their facility and it is there being (hopefully) repaired. I used my own computerized diagnostics tool, that showed error HO2S 12 Heater Control Circuit Specifics: Engine code P0141 – 02 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1- Sensor 2) Downstream What does that mean? Heated oxygen sensors contain heating elements to help them get to operating temperature quickly in order to minimize the amount of time spent before they can provide feedback to the powertrain control module. Sensor two is downstream of the catalytic converter ensures the catalytic converter is operating efficiently by monitoring the air-fuel This fault alters fuel burning and compromises the efficiency of the engine, compromising fuel efficiency . Now - There is no reason why a sensor this important be faulty, and therefore, it is my opinion that my new car could have gone in flames with me and my family inside. I have been reding on the internet that these sensors are prone to failure, what in my perspective could be part of planned obsolescence, which is an outright scam to swindle owners out of their money. If i am worng on the planned obsolescence perspective, I am certainly right of this being a very serious defect, that should be corrected immediately. I request that you investigate and request the manufacturer to recall these vehicles, as they present a grave risk to life and property.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488539October 9, 2022
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
Possible PCV malfunction. Intense plastic burning smell, smoke coming from front ac vents. Dealer unable to replicate issue, valve cover replaced under warranty. Issue persists. 2 Vehicle inspections at same bmw dealer, were unable to identify burnt battery PCM as well. Occasional check engine light, gone after vehicle restart. Under hard acceleration burning plastic smell intensifies.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11473074July 9, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The front lights - water gets in impact visibility. The only repair is to replace the entire unit which is $2k per light. There is not other options. The adaptive warning sign does not go away due to this water.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11472079July 2, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The plastic covering over that is connected to the battery in the trunk started to slowly corrode and melt. It burned through the trunk cover and also burned into a bag and coat I had sitting in the trunk. I was on a long-distance road trip and I kept smelling something odd, but no warning lights came on. When I opened the trunk and removed my luggage, there was some smoke and then I saw the place that had burned through. There was nothing wrong with the battery itself.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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