2008 BMW 335I Complaints and Recall Information
The 2008 BMW 335I has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system component defects and air bag inflator risks. Other system defects involve wiring overheating that may lead to fire hazards.
There are 7 recalls affecting various systems including electrical wiring, battery cables, and air bag inflators. The recalls address potential safety risks such as vehicle stalling, air bag explosions, and fire hazards. Repairs are offered free of charge by dealers upon notification.
Recalls- Positive battery cable connector. NHTSA Recall 13V044000 affects 516,791 vehicles. The connector and terminal on the fuse box degrade, causing potential breakage and loss of electrical power. This may cause unexpected vehicle stall which increases crash risk. Dealers replace the cable connector with improved securing methods at no cost.
- Driver frontal air bag inflator. NHTSA Recall 24V513000 covers 394,029 vehicles. Sport or M-sport steering wheels may have inflators prone to explosion during deployment. This poses a risk of sharp metal fragments causing severe injury or death. Dealers inspect and replace inflators free of charge. Owner notification began August 30, 2024.
- Driver frontal air bag inflator (interim remedy). NHTSA Recall 20V017000 includes 59,965 vehicles. Inflators with phase stabilized ammonium nitrate may explode due to propellant degradation from humidity and temperature exposure. Sharp fragments can injure occupants. BMW replaces driver air bags or inflators on affected vehicles free of charge. Recall started March 11, 2020.
- Heating and air conditioning system wiring. NHTSA Recall 17V676000 impacts 702,965 vehicles. Wiring and electrical connectors may overheat, risking melted connectors and fire, even if vehicle is unattended. Dealers will replace wiring and connectors at no cost. Owners received interim notifications with final remedy pending.
Owners of 2008 BMW 335I facing repeated repairs, unresolved recall notices, or safety hazards from these defects may consider consulting their state’s lemon law protections for potential rights. Documentation of repairs and recall completions could be important for pursuing claims.
2008 BMW 335I Summary
2008
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
1673750
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2008 BMW 335I
394029 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2008 BMW 335I
59965 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2008 BMW 335I
702965 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
Risk: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
2008 BMW 335I
516791 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.
Risk: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.