2011 BMW 335IS Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 55%of 11 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the engine of the 2011 BMW 335IS, 55% of the 11 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,000 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.
“Since I had the car at 32k miles. The vehicle would give me the low oil light way before the oil change intervals of 15k. This ultimately lead to catastrophic engine failure. It spun a cam shaft bearing. This has lead to having to replacement of he entire engine with a used one.”
NHTSA complaint #11056322, filed 2017-12, 70,000 miles“The high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) on this model 335IS continues to fail after time. The n54 motor was initially released in 2007-2009 and then replaced with the n55. The hpfp on the 2007-2009 models have now an extended warranty due to high failure rates. Bmw re-released this engine in the 2011-2013 335IS models only, and they continue to have the same concern as the first set of vehicles. At 54k miles, my vehicle at highway speeds of 65mph lost power and forced me to drive across three lanes of traffic to pull over. The engine computer stated engine loss of power, drive with caution. …”
NHTSA complaint #11244508, filed 2019-08, 54,325 miles“The high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) on this model 335IS continues to fail after time. The n54 motor was initially released in 2007-2009 and then replaced with the n55. The hpfp on the 2007-2009 models have now an extended warranty due to high failure rates. Bmw re-released this engine in the 2011-2013 335IS models only, and they continue to have the same concern as the first set of vehicles. At 54k miles, my vehicle at highway speeds of 65mph lost power and forced me to drive across three lanes of traffic to pull over. The engine computer stated engine loss of power, drive with caution. …”
NHTSA complaint #11244509, filed 2019-08, 82,000 miles“Water pump failure occurred at 72,000 miles. Part is a costly repair, and Bmw will quote $1800 to replace. Car warning on idrive system stated 'engine too hot, pull over and shut engine off.' loss of power at potential highway speeds is a safety concern.”
NHTSA complaint #11120895, filed 2018-08, 72,000 miles“The belt on my car broke off and I had my car towed into the mechanic shop. Once it was looked at it was said to have jumped time and I had an engine malfunction that is a recall do to Bmw. My engine is no longer working and I am left with paying a car note on a Bmw that has an engine that jumped time and no longer working. This is a Bmw recall and Bmw should be held responsible for getting my engine replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #11071961, filed 2018-02Related service bulletins
- 10170574Dec 1, 2019SERVICE ACTION: N54T ENGINE - INSPECT AND REPLACE INJECTOR(S). The piezo-type fuel injectors may cause a rough running at start-up or rough running while at idle.
- 10162416Jul 9, 2019"Power Reduction, FC 2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC 2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Faults are Stored in DME. The ""Service Engine Soon"" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine…
- 10146697Jun 1, 2017"INTAKE CHARGE-AIR DUCT: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty…
- 10151170Mar 1, 2016N51 Engine: Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated - Loss of Power and Various Faults Stored in the DME. The customer complains that the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated…
- 10151068Feb 1, 2016This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles…
- 10147817Nov 1, 2015"Due to a DME software status error, the on-board diagnostics (OBD) for the catalytic convertor and downstream oxygen sensor may not function properly. This could result that the…
- 10147595Jan 1, 2015SUBJECT DME Internal and Valvetronic Faults Set at Cold Ambient Temperatures. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) can be illuminated with the erroneous internal and Valvetronic…
- 10149286Oct 1, 2014INFORMATION This section only applies to vehicles that require cleaning the intake valve and intake ports. Refer to the applicable Service Information bulletin or ETK if carbon…
- 10147966Feb 1, 2014"N51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position. INFORMATION Part NumberDescriptionQuantity 11 36 7 583 207Adjustment unit…
- 10150035Jul 1, 2013Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign 10E-A02: N54 Inspection and Replacement of Injectors. The piezo injectors may cause misfire faults with erratic engine operation.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 6 | 55% |
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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