2014 BMW 535I vs 2015 BMW 535I
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 | 2014 BMW 535I | 2015 BMW 535I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 366 | 268 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23 | 24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 535I | BMW 535I |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 7 |
| Engine | 10 | 2 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3 |
| Steering | 1 | 3 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
2014 BMW 535I
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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.