2009 BMW 335Xi Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 BMW 335Xi.

20082010
Complaints
24
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2009 BMW 335Xi Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:18,995 mi
#23 complaints

Engine Problems

Crash-related:1
#32 complaints

Fuel Pump

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 BMW 335Xi.

Gasoline Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
18,995
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2009 BMW 335Xi

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,156,959 vehicles.

24V513000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module · Air Bags:frontal
~394,029 affected

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.

20V017000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~59,965 affected

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.

17V676000Electrical System:wiring
~702,965 affected

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.

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2009 BMW 335Xi — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 BMW 335Xi reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2009 BMW 335Xi has 24 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Gasoline Fuel System with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 BMW 335Xi?
Top reported problems: Gasoline Fuel System (7 complaints, avg 18,995 mi); Engine Problems (3 complaints); Fuel Pump (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 BMW 335Xi?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 18,995 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 BMW 335Xi?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 BMW 335Xi include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 BMW 335Xi have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,156,959 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2009 BMW 335Xi?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full BMW 335Xi reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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