2011 BMW 535I US Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 50%of 36 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 2,268miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the tires of the 2011 BMW 535I US, 50% of the 36 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,268 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2011 Bmw 535i with 16,300 miles which developed a bubble on the outside sidewall of the 19 goodyear excellence run flat tire. There was no pothole impact or other incident that I am aware of. The replacement cost at the Bmw dealer was over $500. I have since learned that there are many instances of problems with these tires. Why haven't they been recalled?”
NHTSA complaint #10467693, filed 2012-07, 16,300 miles“After routine driving I found a large bubble or blister on the sidewalk of my goodyear eagle ls 245 40r19 tire.. I have serious concerns for the safety of my family while driving within bubble of over 2 inches long. Something should be done including a recall of these tire as there are a large number of complaints online and is a serious situation.”
NHTSA complaint #10420838, filed 2011-08, 1,800 miles“Goodyear eagle ls2 tire developed bubble after less than 2000 miles. Tire is on national backorder and is the only tire approved for this car. I see this as a safety issue for both the car and the tire since I have to either order non-recommended tires (this is the only run-flat tire in the oe size) or drive on a dangerous tire.”
NHTSA complaint #10400817, filed 2011-05, 2,000 miles“Air bubbles in the side of 3 tires put out goodyear 2011 535i I only have 17000 miles on the car I had to purchase 3 new tires and was told if I hit a pot hole it will have to replace the tires again after spending over $1500 on tires for the Bmw.”
NHTSA complaint #10456488, filed 2012-04, 17,000 miles“Over a period of 5 weeks and 2300 miles I have experienced sidewall degradation (blister) four different times on three tires after traversing broken pavement/pot holes at speeds between 25 and 60 MPH. Since this specific tire is only sold on 2011 Bmw 535 and 550 all-wheel drive models with optional sport package equipment, there are probably relatively few people who own the tire. Therefore, I request that you be especially vigilant in investigating any potential problem since you will undoubtedly receive few failure reports. …”
NHTSA complaint #10397917, filed 2011-04, 1,200 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10147136May 1, 2015Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen…
Tires: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 18 | 50% |
Other parts of the 2011 BMW 535I US
6 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 BMW 535I 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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