The most-reported 335is run is WBAKG1C54DJ (2013 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.3× the typical run. Engine problems make up 33% of reports; NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for 335is model years 2011–2013.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The BMW 335is has 2 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every 335is complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBAKG1C54DJ•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| WBAKG1C58DJ•••••• | 2013 | — | — |
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 33% of everything BMW 335is owners report: Engine, 1 of 3 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | — | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | — | |
| Air Bags | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on the BMW 335is; the 2 below cover build years 2011 to 2013. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 20V017000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2011–2013 |
| 17V676000 | Electrical System:wiring | 2011 |
20V017000 was opened in 2020 on cars built from 2011: 9 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
| Outcome | BMW 335is | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 3 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The BMW 335is share of that is 3 complaints over 2 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a BMW 335is VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 3 NHTSA complaints from 2 335is runs and 2 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which 335is production run has the most complaints?
WBAKG1C54DJ, a 2013 build, with 2 complaints. The typical 335is run has 1.5.
How many 335is complaints involve a crash?
0% of 3 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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