2009 BMW 535I vs 2011 BMW 535I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 BMW 535I | 2011 BMW 535I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 71 | 112 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 70 | 354 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,717 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 535I | BMW 535I |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 34 |
| Engine | 21 | 37 |
| Power Train | 6 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 18 | 6 |
| Stalling | 13 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2009 BMW 535I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.