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2008 BMW 335I Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Fuel System, Gasoline — runs 5.1× the fleet median for that category across the 1400 model-years tracked on this site.
201Complaints
4Recalls
6Crashes
8Fires
7Injured
1Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Fuel System, Gasoline (23.4% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Fuel System, Gasoline complaints here are 5.1× the median for that category across the 1400 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Fuel System, Gasoline47 · 23.4%not available
Air Bags41 · 20.4%RecalledRecall 20V017000 · Recall 24V513000
Electrical System34 · 16.9%RecalledRecall 17V676000 · Recall 13V044000
Engine26 · 12.9%not available
Fuel/propulsion System20 · 10%not available
Exterior Lighting9 · 4.5%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

AIR BAGS41 · 20.4%
ENGINE26 · 12.9%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING9 · 4.5%
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING8 · 4%
SEAT BELTS8 · 4%
POWER TRAIN8 · 4%
SERVICE BRAKES7 · 3.5%

Percentages are the share of the 201 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 20V017000 · 2020 · reported 01/15/2020

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:wiring

NHTSA campaign 17V676000 · 2017 · reported 10/25/2017

Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System

NHTSA campaign 13V044000 · 2013 · reported 02/07/2013

If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 24V513000 · 2024 · reported 07/03/2024

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“I WAS DRIVING MY CAR GETTING ON THE FREEWAY AND THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAME ON STATING " ENGINE TEMPERATURE, ENGINE TEMPERATURE IS HIGH. DRIVE MODERATELY…”NHTSA complaint 10610079 — filed 07/12/2014 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
“I WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON 295 NEAR HAMILTON NJ AND WHILE ACCELERATING THE CAR LOST POWER. THE CAR WAS NOT RESPONSES AND WHEN I WOULD…”NHTSA complaint 10533405 — filed 08/03/2013 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
“BMW 335I 2008. VEHICLE MALFUNCTION DURING HIGHWAY CRUISING. LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL PUMP FAILURE. POSSIBLE CAUSE FOR ACCIDENT IF NOT TAKEN QUICKLY…”NHTSA complaint 10443293 — filed 01/10/2012 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 BMW 335I?

Fuel system, gasoline issues are the most-reported category, cited in 47 of 201 NHTSA complaints (23.4%), followed by air bags (41), electrical system (34), engine (26). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2008 BMW 335I have?

201 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 6 involved a crash, 8 involved a fire, and 7 reported injuries. 1 deaths were reported.

Does the 2008 BMW 335I have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20V017000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2008 BMW 335I's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.