2008 BMW 335I vs 2009 BMW 335I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 BMW 335I | 2009 BMW 335I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 201 | 85 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 130 | 128 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,772 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 335I | BMW 335I |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 50 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 43 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 35 | 15 |
| Engine | 26 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 29 | 17 |
| Stalling | 27 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2008 BMW 335I
2009 BMW 335I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.