2011 BMW 335I US Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 15%of 20 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 6,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2011 BMW 335I US, 15% of the 20 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 6,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Delay in dct/throttle engagement after slowing to a roll, then pressing down on the gas- the delay is between 1-2seconds, and I know some other folks had the same problem. S-mode plus sport button, eliminated this problem. This occurs when I've slowed to a stop, then want to accelerate quickly to merge into traffic. I was scared twice, and now have become an old man driver according to my girlfriend, I do not pullout in front of cars unless I know the delay of 1-2sec won't be a safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10403914, filed 2011-05, 6,000 miles“Power train: driveline: constant velocity joint details issued april 21, 2017 recall id 265558 NHTSA campaign # 17v067000 vehicles affected 8,752 component affected power train: driveline: constant velocity joint summary Bmw of north america, llc (Bmw) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i coupe, 1 series m coupe and 135i convertible vehicles, 2011 z4 sdrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i coupe, 335is coupe, 335i convertible, 335is convertible, 535i, 535i xdrive, 535i gran turismo and 550i xdrive gran turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740li vehicles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11217063, filed 2019-05, 60,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10147008Aug 1, 2016"REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain…
- 10147241Sep 1, 2015Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. CAUSE…
- 10149361Oct 1, 2014DCT Transmission: Oil Leakage Diagnosis. INFORMATION Incorrect diagnosis of DCT (Double-clutch Transmission) oil leaks may lead to unnecessary part replacements and repeat…
- 10148034Sep 1, 2014"Intelligent Battery Sensor Diagnosis Hints. The vehicle enters the workshop with one or more of the following complaints: * Check Control Message related to battery discharge *…
- 10147930Jan 1, 2014GM6 - 6L45R: Diagnostic Procedure for Shudder or Vibration Issues. A shudder or vibration can be felt under light acceleration or when driving at constant suburban speeds. This…
- 10150161Nov 1, 2013N55: Engine Difficult to Start at Cold Ambient Temperatures. The complaint may include any of the following symptoms: * The engine stalls immediately after a cold start before…
- 10150096Mar 1, 2013N55 Engine Failsafe - FC 120308 Boost Pressure Control, Plausibility: Pressure Too Low Stored in DME Fault Memory. INFORMATION The customer complains the SES is illuminated and…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2011 BMW 335I US
8 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 BMW 335I US
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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