How common are electrical problems on the 2007 BMW 335i?

NHTSA lists 54 electrical system complaints for the 2007 335i, which is 19% of all 288 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2007 BMW 335i?

Yes. Recall 17V676000 covers wiring and electrical connector replacement, and recall 13V044000 covers the positive battery cable connector and its mounting bracket.

Do electrical failures on the 2007 335i cause fires?

Owners reported 6 fires among the electrical system complaints for this year, including cases involving battery cable overheating and smoke from the dashboard.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up on the 2007 335i?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2007 335i is 72,000 miles.

What kind of electrical faults are most reported?

Owners describe sudden power loss, blown door lock fuses that leave doors inoperable, and battery cable connector failures tied to the two related recalls.

2007 BMW 335i Electrical System Problems

Owners filed 54 electrical system complaints for the 2007 BMW 335i, 19% of all complaints for that year, with 6 fires reported. Two related recalls exist: 17V676000 for wiring and electrical connectors, and 13V044000 for the positive battery cable connector.

Electrical System complaints: 54; 19% of 288 complaints
All complaints this year: 288
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 6
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 72,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Sudden loss of electrical power while driving, sometimes traced to an overheating or discolored positive battery cable.
Burning smell or smoke from the dashboard or trunk area, in some cases followed by a battery or engine-compartment fire.
Door lock fuses blowing out repeatedly, leaving passenger doors unable to open from inside or outside.
Key fob or remote failing to unlock all four doors, with drivers replacing multiple blown fuses (including fuse #56 and #57) without a permanent fix.
Complete lockout of the vehicle when the locking system fails, requiring a manual key to open the driver's door only.
Owners tying door lock and wiring failures back to the wiring/electrical connector issues covered by NHTSA recall 17V676000.

When 2007 BMW 335i electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 3, 2008, latest Apr 23, 2026.

54 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2008 to Apr 2026; peak Feb 2013 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2007 BMW 335i

NHTSA 17V676000Oct 25, 2017Electrical System702,965 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
Risk: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA 13V044000Feb 7, 2013Electrical System516,791 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.
Risk: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Electrical System complaints by 335i model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20060 (0%)
200754 (19%)
200840 (20%)
200919 (22%)
201011 (27%)
201117 (17%)
20122 (9%)
201312 (28%)
20144 (20%)
20154 (40%)
20160 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2007 BMW 335i?: NHTSA lists 54 electrical system complaints for the 2007 335i, which is 19% of all 288 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2007 BMW 335i?: Yes. Recall 17V676000 covers wiring and electrical connector replacement, and recall 13V044000 covers the positive battery cable connector and its mounting bracket.
Do electrical failures on the 2007 335i cause fires?: Owners reported 6 fires among the electrical system complaints for this year, including cases involving battery cable overheating and smoke from the dashboard.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up on the 2007 335i?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2007 335i is 72,000 miles.
What kind of electrical faults are most reported?: Owners describe sudden power loss, blown door lock fuses that leave doors inoperable, and battery cable connector failures tied to the two related recalls.