2009 BMW 135I vs 2011 BMW 135I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 BMW 135I | 2011 BMW 135I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 102 | 103 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 9,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 135I | BMW 135I |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 |
| Power Train | 0 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
2009 BMW 135I
2011 BMW 135I
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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.