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Bmw 335 Problems

The BMW 335 was the turbocharged performance variant of the 3 Series, delivering sports car acceleration in a practical sedan or coupe. With 192 complaints and no fatalities recorded, the 335 offered compelling performance though with some reliability concerns. The twin-turbo (later single twin-scroll turbo) inline-six produced 300+ horsepower with excellent throttle response. This was the car that redefined turbocharged performance for a generation.

192
Total Complaints
8
Total Recalls
8
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2011
✓

Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2012 2013

Common Problem Categories

Air Bags 48
Engine 40
Electrical System 28
Fuel/propulsion System 20
Power Train 10

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2013 4 1 0 0 Good
2012 8 1 0 0 Good
2011 74 1 2 0 Avoid
2010 20 1 2 0 Average
2009 38 1 2 6 Below Average
2008 20 1 0 6 Average
2007 28 1 0 8 Average
2006 0 1 0 0 Good

Bmw 335 Years to Avoid

The 2011 model year shows elevated complaints, primarily around high-pressure fuel pump failures, turbocharger issues, and water pump failures. While BMW addressed the infamous HPFP problems from earlier years, 2011 models still experienced issues. Injector and ignition coil problems also appear in the complaint data.

Best Bmw 335 Years

The 2013 model year represents the refined end of the E90/E92 generation 335. Most first-year turbocharged inline-six issues were resolved, and the 2013 benefits from mature N55 engine tuning. The 2012-2013 range offers excellent performance with better reliability than earlier turbocharged 335 models.

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