How many electrical complaints does the 2008 BMW 335xi have?

NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2008 335xi, which is 29% of its 62 total complaints for the year.

Is there a recall for the 2008 BMW 335xi electrical system?

Yes. Recall 17V676000 covers wiring and electrical connectors on 2006-2011 3-series and related BMW models, including the 2008 335xi, and BMW dealers replace the wiring and connectors free of charge.

Did the electrical problems cause fires?

Yes, NHTSA records show 5 fires and 1 injury among the electrical complaints for this model year, with no crashes reported.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically happen?

The median mileage at failure for electrical complaints on the 2008 335xi is 89,500 miles, though individual reports range from lower to higher mileage.

Which BMW 335xi model years have the most electrical complaints?

Among model years tracked, 2008 has the highest count with 18 complaints (29% share), followed by 2007 with 8 complaints (40% share).

2008 BMW 335xi Electrical System Problems

Owners filed 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2008 BMW 335xi, 29% of its 62 total complaints, including 5 fires. NHTSA lists recall 17V676000 for wiring and electrical connectors on this model year, and median mileage at failure was 89,500.

Electrical System complaints: 18; 29% of 62 complaints
All complaints this year: 62
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 5
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 89,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report smoke or fire originating from behind or above the dashboard, sometimes while the vehicle was parked and turned off.
Several complaints describe door locks failing so occupants could not open doors from inside or outside, in some cases trapping passengers.
One owner reported the speedometer reading roughly 5 mph off at 60 mph and getting worse at higher speeds.
Owners linked wiring and connector failures to the vehicle not starting or the battery draining, tied to the recall repair.
One owner said a blown fuse (#73) caused all door locks to fail at once after using the key fob.

When 2008 BMW 335xi electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 7, 2010, latest Sep 16, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2010 to Sep 2026; peak Mar 2010 (1).

Electrical System recalls for the 2008 BMW 335xi

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.

Electrical System complaints by 335xi model year

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

20060 (0%)
20078 (40%)
200818 (29%)
20092 (11%)
20100 (0%)
20112 (9%)
20120 (0%)
20130 (0%)
20141 (14%)
20150 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2008 BMW 335xi have?: NHTSA lists 18 Electrical System complaints for the 2008 335xi, which is 29% of its 62 total complaints for the year.
Is there a recall for the 2008 BMW 335xi electrical system?: Yes. Recall 17V676000 covers wiring and electrical connectors on 2006-2011 3-series and related BMW models, including the 2008 335xi, and BMW dealers replace the wiring and connectors free of charge.
Did the electrical problems cause fires?: Yes, NHTSA records show 5 fires and 1 injury among the electrical complaints for this model year, with no crashes reported.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically happen?: The median mileage at failure for electrical complaints on the 2008 335xi is 89,500 miles, though individual reports range from lower to higher mileage.
Which BMW 335xi model years have the most electrical complaints?: Among model years tracked, 2008 has the highest count with 18 complaints (29% share), followed by 2007 with 8 complaints (40% share).