2009 BMW 335i Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 19 Electrical System complaints for the 2009 BMW 335i, 22% of all complaints for the year, including 6 fires and 1 injury. Two related recalls exist covering wiring/electrical connectors and the positive battery cable connector. Median mileage at failure was 99,000 miles.
- Electrical System complaints
- 19
- 22% of 85 complaints
- All complaints this year
- 85
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 6
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 99,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Vehicles have caught fire while parked and unattended, with owners describing flames engulfing the car overnight in the driveway.
- A positive battery cable and distribution box reportedly overheated, sparked, and arced near the battery, in some cases starting a fire.
- Blower motor wiring reportedly caught fire, sending smoke through the vents before spreading into the engine and interior.
- Rear tail lights and brake lights have failed or flickered intermittently, which owners tie to worn electrical contacts and connectors.
- Some owners report the dash screen turning on and off on its own, and headlight wiring with cracked, exposed copper causing a short.
- One owner described the vehicle stalling in the road with no warning indicators lit, later tied to a fuel pump issue.
When 2009 BMW 335i electrical complaints were filed
First complaint May 13, 2014, latest May 27, 2023.
Electrical System recalls for the 2009 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical complaints does the 2009 BMW 335i have?
- NHTSA lists 19 Electrical System complaints for the 2009 335i, which is 22% of the 85 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2009 BMW 335i electrical system?
- Yes. Campaign 17V676000 covers wiring and electrical connectors on 2006-2011 3-Series and related models, and campaign 13V044000 covers the positive battery cable connector on 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles.
- Did the 2009 335i electrical problems cause fires?
- NHTSA complaint data records 6 fires and 1 injury tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2009 335i.
- At what mileage do 2009 335i electrical problems tend to show up?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2009 335i is 99,000 miles.
- Is the 2009 335i's electrical complaint rate worse than other years?
- The 2009 335i's electrical share of complaints is 22%, close to other years like 2007 at 19% and 2008 at 20%, though 2010 (27%) and 2013 (28%) run higher.