2007 BMW 335I electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 51 complaints for the 2007 BMW 335I, 13% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 51 13% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 72,000 miles 40 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 6
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When electrical system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 3 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 7 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 9 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 6 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 6 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 2 |
What the data shows
Of the 40 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 72,000 miles, and 32% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 6 fires.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact leased a 2007 BMW 335I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was a sudden loss of electrical power without warning. The contact mentioned that the positive battery cable was discolored indicating that it was overheating. As a result, there was a connection failure. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where the failure was unable to be replicated.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 335I. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the charging malfunction warning lamp illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician stated that the alternator and positive cable connector was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but they did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v044000 (electrical system). The vehicle was repaired.
Other problems reported for the 2007 BMW 335I
- Fuel system 135 complaints
- Engine 50 complaints
- Air bags 38 complaints
- Latches & locks 20 complaints
- Steering 18 complaints