2009 BMW 535I fuel system, gasoline problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 2009 BMW 535I — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2009 BMW 535I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle vibrated violently with a message displayed to, "Check Engine – Engine Power Reduced”. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who…”
filed Dec 1, 2023
“While driving from work on a busy friday afternoon the vehicle's check engine light comes on and the computer screen states "engine malfunction! Reducing power" "high pressure fuel pump malfunction" less than a minute the engine stalled. Leaving me stranded on the bridge for hours, try to start the…”
filed Jan 31, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other 535I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 535I | 3 | 6% |
| 2011 535I | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 535I | 14 | 24% |
| 2008 535I | 2 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 BMW 535I
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.