2016 BMW 435i Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 2016 BMW 435i has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).

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10Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2016 BMW 435i recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2016 BMW 435i.

Most common 2016 BMW 435i problems

Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other2
Engine2
Power Train1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Steering1
Air Bags1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Back Over Prevention1
Electrical System1

What owners report

2026-05-15, Back Over Prevention
I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2016 BMW 435i. My vehicle experienced a sudden water pump failure while I was driving on the freeway. Without warning, the vehicle immediately entered “limp mode,” causing a sudden and dangerous loss of power in active traffic. This created a serious safety hazard because surrounding vehicles had to quickly avoid my car to prevent a collision. I am aware that there is an existing recall and/or known issue involving electric water pump failures on certain BMW vehicles, including similar 2016 BMW models, but my VIN does not qualify for recall coverage despite experiencing the exact same failure and safety-related symptoms. I believe this defe
2025-02-10, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 435I. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine stalled. The battery warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer. The dealer determined that the VANOS bolts had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.
2024-12-09, Engine
Water pump causing no start and high battery drain.
2023-03-27, Air Bags
Airbag sensors are defective. Vehicle states that restraint system is faulty.
2023-01-27, Steering
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 435I. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the chassis stabilization warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the electric power steering (EPS) to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with TSB: SIB321216, however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

2016 BMW 435i questions

Does the 2016 BMW 435i have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2016 BMW 435i at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 435i?

Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Engine (2), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 BMW 435i 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.

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