How common are engine problems in the 2008 BMW 335i?

Engine complaints account for 41 of the 201 total complaints filed for the 2008 335i, or 20% of all complaints for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2008 BMW 335i engine problems?

The data provided lists no related recalls tied specifically to this engine complaint area.

At what mileage do 2008 BMW 335i engine problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 59,000 miles at the time of failure for engine-related complaints.

What specific engine issue do owners mention most?

Multiple owners describe the high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failing, leading to hard starts, stalling, or sudden loss of power while driving.

Were there any fires linked to engine complaints on this model year?

NHTSA complaint data for this area includes 2 fire reports among the 41 engine-related complaints, with no crashes or injuries recorded.

2008 BMW 335i Engine Problems

Engine complaints make up 41 of 201 total complaints (20%) for the 2008 BMW 335i, with a median failure mileage of 59,000 miles. No related recalls are listed for this engine issue in the data provided.

Engine complaints: 41; 20% of 201 complaints
All complaints this year: 201
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 59,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report the high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failing, causing long cranks at startup or sudden stalling while driving.
Vehicles lose power unexpectedly at highway speed, sometimes with the engine malfunction light illuminating and the car shaking or rumbling.
Some drivers describe the engine going into a reduced-power or "crisis" mode, cutting acceleration and response from the gas pedal.
After parking for a short time, the engine runs briefly then stalls again within a short distance, sometimes forcing the driver to coast off the road.
One owner reported smoke and visible flames from under the hood tied to overheating and an illuminated engine light.

When 2008 BMW 335i engine complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 20, 2008, latest Apr 11, 2022.

41 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2008 to Apr 2022; peak Jul 2010 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2008 BMW 335i

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by 335i model year

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

20060 (0%)
200753 (18%)
200841 (20%)
200917 (20%)
20109 (22%)
201136 (37%)
20124 (18%)
201315 (35%)
20145 (25%)
20153 (30%)
20161 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2008 BMW 335i?: Engine complaints account for 41 of the 201 total complaints filed for the 2008 335i, or 20% of all complaints for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2008 BMW 335i engine problems?: The data provided lists no related recalls tied specifically to this engine complaint area.
At what mileage do 2008 BMW 335i engine problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 59,000 miles at the time of failure for engine-related complaints.
What specific engine issue do owners mention most?: Multiple owners describe the high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failing, leading to hard starts, stalling, or sudden loss of power while driving.
Were there any fires linked to engine complaints on this model year?: NHTSA complaint data for this area includes 2 fire reports among the 41 engine-related complaints, with no crashes or injuries recorded.