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Fuel systemPart report

2010 BMW 535I Fuel system Problems

Complaints
34about this part
Share
59%of 58 total for the year
Median mileage
62,500miles
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 34 complaints about the fuel system of the 2010 BMW 535I, 59% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“While driving steadily on the interstate (i494 in bloomington, mn) with traffic at roughly 65mph, I received a message on the dash of fuel pump failure, drive slowly. Car proceeded to go into 'limp mode' with reduced power and then stalled out'gave me just enough time to navigate to a relatively safer spot on the shoulder of the interstate. Tried to restart car, but it would struggle and then fail each time.”

NHTSA complaint #11307238, filed 2020-02, 80,298 miles

“My car smells like gas. I have taken my car to two Bmw shops and it's the same thing every time. They can't find anything. Plus, my check engine light stays in all the time. The dealership tells me the same thing that can't fine the problem. Also, my headlights has a malfunction problem, it works when it wants to work.”

NHTSA complaint #11161070, filed 2018-12, 15 miles

“Several times I was placed in peril while traveling at high rates of speed then the car stalls on us highway 95. There were also times when the car stalled while driving less than 35mph. When this happens I have no real control to steer the wheel, no prior warning or issues with the car to indicate it would stall. It is extremely traumatizing. Traumatizing! Message of fuel pump malfunction. Moderate driving possible . Car stalls while in motion whether it is 20mph or 65mph. …”

NHTSA complaint #11387031, filed 2021-01, 128,000 miles

“High pressure fuel pump failed. This part has been highly publicized as faulty. Including recalls and extended warrantees. The failure at high speeds caused stalling and was very dangerous. Bmw failed to replace for free the high pressure fuel pump and charged me full price. Failure to honor recall/warranty. It has been noted 150,000 plus vehicles are affected. This needs to be a mandatory recall and paid in full by Bmw. Seeking investigation and reimbursement. I have the invoice if needed.”

NHTSA complaint #11206285, filed 2019-05, 118,000 miles

“I was told by BMW that the high pressure fuel pump for these vehicles are under warranty for 100,000 miles or 10 years. I just purchased the vehicle to not only drive from new jersey to New York and shut down. Since then it caused an accident and the used dealer is just ignoring everything. I was also told there’s an electric water pump class action suit and also something with the trunk leaking. Now I do know that a vehicle is not supposed to be sold without recalls being stated and fixed. I’m already paid 10k for the car and then 1k for a starter . …”

NHTSA complaint #11469497, filed 2022-06, 71,835 miles

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Fuel system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201514%
201413%
201338%
20121528%
20113531%
20103459%
20094259%
20081520%

Other parts of the 2010 BMW 535I

Engine
11 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2010 BMW 535I

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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