2008 BMW 535I engine problems
27 complaints about engine have been filed for the 2008 BMW 535I, which is 23% of all its NHTSA complaints. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 27 23% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 81,000 miles 27 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 3 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 2 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 5 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 3 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 5 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 4 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 27 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 81,000 miles, and 37% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 fires.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW 535I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, smoke emitted from the outside rear of the vehicle and the engine coolant warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician informed the contact that the rear passenger's side tail light wires had failed and were completely burned.
I just had to have my water pump and thermostat replaced on my 2008 535I. I was told that it happens so often, they keep the part on the shelf! Are there really no recalls on this problem?? Also, my right tail light shorted out. I asked the shop why...he said this also happens all the time. The wires fry! Not cool.I really think someone needs to investigate this. When I was told they replace them all of the time, I was shocked. That cost me $1102.62 to fix.
Other problems reported for the 2008 BMW 535I
- Lighting 16 complaints
- Electrical system 15 complaints
- Fuel system 15 complaints