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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WBAFR7C51BC603599 · Checked Sep 13, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 5

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WBAFR7C51BC•••••• 2011 Bmw 535I US

This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2011 Bmw 535I US build (5 vs 2).

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30on the model
15builds in total
Most reported Tires 2 Engine 2 Electrical System 1 Air Bags 1

What owners of this build wrote

Power Train Dec 2019
Drivetrain malfunction is on may be due to a bad fuel pump or engine coils
Engine Jun 2017
The contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact stated that the vehicle shook violently and hesitated while driving various speeds. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to bmw of manhattan (555 w 57th st, new york, ny) on various…
Electrical System Jan 2017
The SRS passenger malfunction light is turning on. I've notified bmw and have shown them that there is an open recall on my car but they have refused to acknowledge my car has been affected
Tires Jul 2012
I have a 2011 bmw 535i with 16,300 miles which developed a bubble on the outside sidewall of the 19" goodyear excellence run flat tire. There was no pothole impact or other incident that I am aware of. The replacement cost at the bmw dealer was over $500. I have since learned…
Tires Nov 2010
Tire failure (sidewall bubbling) on 2011 bmw 5-series with 19" goodyear run-flat tires

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WBAFR7C51BC603599 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.