CarRecallWatchThe 2012 BMW 335i has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (15 reports).
2012 BMW 335i recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles contains an ammonium nitrate propellant that was not properly dried.
Front side marker lights may stay off, raising crash risk at night
Some BMW 3 Series and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles may have been programmed with software that can cause the front side marker lights to stay off when the parking lights or headlights are on.
Most common 2012 BMW 335i problems
Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 15 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
The BMW was involved in a head on collision and only the passenger side and steering wheel airbags deployed. There was no passenger in the car and the drivers side airbag failed to deploy.
on my car there is what is called the bowden cable that works to open and release the hood so that it can be opened. The problem with the design of the cable is that it sits right over a coolant hose leading to the engine. What happens is that the coolant hose gets very hot and the bowden cable that sits right over it melts along with the coolant hose. I just noticed this and felt it is a huge problem that could cause the coolant hose to either burst over time.
While driving with a passenger in front passenger seat, I occasionally receive a warning that there is a malfunction in passenger restraint system. At that time, the "pass airbag off" light goes on. I took the car to the dealer and was told it is likely a faulty passenger airbag seat occupancy sensor mat. The car is available for inspection. Our safety is potentially compromised because the passenger airbag may not go off in an accident.
The car Hydroplaned while driving on the interstate, spun out of control and slammed into a tree in the rear end. My son was going approximately 65 mph and upon impact no airbags deployed and the steering wheel was in his hands after impact. His seat broke and collapsed into a laying position. His head sustained a huge blow to the interior side of the car in addition to another head injury in the front, a fractured wrist and multiple bruises along with a sore neck & back. The insurance adjuster saw the car and could not believe the steering wheel came completely detached in addition to no airbags deployed. My son is [XXX] â and weighs [XXX]. I would have expected from his body weight alone
While driving with a passenger in front passenger seat, I occasionally receive a warning that there is a malfunction in passenger restraint system. At that time, the "pass airbag off" light goes on. I did take this to the dealer and was told it is likely a faulty passenger airbag seat occupancy sensor mat. The car is available for inspection Our safety is potentially compromised because the passenger airbag may not go off in an accident.
2012 BMW 335i questions
Does the 2012 BMW 335i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 BMW 335i: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Front side marker lights may stay off, raising crash risk at night; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW 335i?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (15), Engine (4), Steering (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 BMW 335i has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.