BMW 335xi years to avoid
The BMW 335xi years to avoid are 2008, 2014, 2013, 2015, 2016 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2006 is the cleanest year on record.
205
Total complaints
6
Recall campaigns
2005–2016
Years covered
5
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
335xi years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | High complaint rate | 81 | |
| 2014 | Open safety investigation | 14 | |
| 2013 | Open safety investigation | 13 | |
| 2015 | Open safety investigation | 3 | |
| 2016 | Open safety investigation | 0 |
Every 335xi year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016avoid | 0 | 0 | |
| 2015avoid | 3 | 1 | |
| 2014avoid | 14 | 2 | |
| 2013avoid | 13 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 29 | 3 | |
| 2010 | 13 | 3 | |
| 2009 | 24 | 3 | |
| 2008avoid | 81 | 3 | |
| 2007 | 26 | 4 | |
| 2006 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2005 | 0 | 0 |
Common questions
What are the worst BMW 335xi years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the 335xi years to avoid are 2008, 2014, 2013, 2015, 2016. The cleanest year on record is 2006.
What is the best year for the BMW 335xi?
By complaint volume, 2006 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 335xi years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW 335xi have?
Across all model years, the 335xi has 6 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 205 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.