How many airbag complaints does the 2011 BMW 335i have?

NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2011 BMW 335i, which is 33% of the 98 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2011 BMW 335i?

Yes. NHTSA lists recall campaign 24V513000 covering the driver's airbag module and campaign 20V017000, both tied to airbag issues affecting this model year.

Did the airbag problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this component shows 1 crash and 1 injury reported among the airbag complaints for the 2011 BMW 335i, with no fires reported.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for airbag complaints on the 2011 BMW 335i is 50,000 miles.

How does the 2011 335i compare to other years for airbag complaints?

The 2011 model year had 32 airbag complaints (33% share), higher in count than 2010's 13, 2012's 14, 2013's 12, and 2014's 3, though 2012 had a higher share at 64%.

2011 BMW 335i Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2011 BMW 335i, 33% of all complaints filed for the year, with one crash and one injury reported. Related recalls, including the Takata inflator campaign and a driver airbag module recall, cover this model year.

Airbags complaints: 32; 33% of 98
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 50,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners report receiving Takata recall notice 16v071000 for the driver airbag inflator but being told replacement parts were unavailable for many months.
Some owners describe waiting over a year, with one reporting a quoted wait of 22 months, without a repair date from BMW.
A passenger restraint system malfunction warning was reported appearing at random and then staying on continuously, which one owner linked to a cracked sensor in the seat.
One owner reported a crash where the airbags deployed after the vehicle struck a tree, resulting in injuries including a hand fracture and a concussion.
Several complaints describe repeated monthly calls to BMW for updates on the Takata recall repair with no resolution provided.

When 2011 BMW 335i airbag complaints were filed

First complaint May 9, 2016, latest Oct 22, 2024.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2016 to Oct 2024; peak May 2017 (4).

Airbags recalls for the 2011 BMW 335i

NHTSA 24V513000Jul 3, 2024Airbags394,029 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA 20V017000Jan 15, 2020Airbags59,965 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Airbags complaints by 335i model year

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

20060 (0%)
200738 (13%)
200843 (21%)
200929 (34%)
201013 (32%)
201132 (33%)
201214 (64%)
201312 (28%)
20143 (15%)
20150 (0%)
20160 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2011 BMW 335i have?: NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2011 BMW 335i, which is 33% of the 98 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2011 BMW 335i?: Yes. NHTSA lists recall campaign 24V513000 covering the driver's airbag module and campaign 20V017000, both tied to airbag issues affecting this model year.
Did the airbag problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this component shows 1 crash and 1 injury reported among the airbag complaints for the 2011 BMW 335i, with no fires reported.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for airbag complaints on the 2011 BMW 335i is 50,000 miles.
How does the 2011 335i compare to other years for airbag complaints?: The 2011 model year had 32 airbag complaints (33% share), higher in count than 2010's 13, 2012's 14, 2013's 12, and 2014's 3, though 2012 had a higher share at 64%.