How common are suspension, wheels and tires complaints on the 2011 BMW 535XI?

NHTSA lists 15 complaints in this area out of 35 total complaints for the 2011 535XI, or 43% of all complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do these tire and suspension problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 5,967 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2011 BMW 535XI's tire or suspension issues?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2011 535XI.

Did these tire failures cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among these 15 complaints.

Is the 2011 535XI worse than other years for this problem?

The 2011 model year shows 15 complaints (43% share) in this area, while 2012 shows 10 complaints (56% share) and 2013 shows 2 complaints (50% share); 2010 and 2014 show none.

2011 BMW 535xi Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

Suspension, Wheels & Tires problems account for 15 of 35 total complaints (43%) on the 2011 BMW 535XI, mostly tire sidewall failures. Median mileage at failure was 5,967 miles. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 15; 43% of 35
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 5,967 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front tire sidewall develops a bubble or blister within days to a few thousand miles of ownership, sometimes without hitting anything.
Goodyear Eagle LS-2 run-flat tire disintegrates or loses air suddenly after striking a minor pothole, even at low speed.
Same tire position (often front driver or front passenger) requires repeated replacement, with some owners reporting three or four tires replaced within a year.
No spare tire is provided, leaving the vehicle undrivable or requiring a tow after a blowout.
Replacement run-flat tires are reported to be on long backorder, delaying repairs for weeks.
One owner reported the vehicle pulling to the right and jerking forward at low speed with slight acceleration, a steering-related complaint distinct from the tire pattern.

When 2011 BMW 535xi suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 8, 2011, latest Jan 3, 2016.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2011 to Jan 2016; peak Sep 2011 (4).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2011 BMW 535xi

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by 535xi model year

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

20070 (0%)
20083 (4%)
20100 (0%)
201115 (43%)
201210 (56%)
20132 (50%)
20140 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension, wheels and tires complaints on the 2011 BMW 535XI?: NHTSA lists 15 complaints in this area out of 35 total complaints for the 2011 535XI, or 43% of all complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do these tire and suspension problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 5,967 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2011 BMW 535XI's tire or suspension issues?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to this problem area for the 2011 535XI.
Did these tire failures cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among these 15 complaints.
Is the 2011 535XI worse than other years for this problem?: The 2011 model year shows 15 complaints (43% share) in this area, while 2012 shows 10 complaints (56% share) and 2013 shows 2 complaints (50% share); 2010 and 2014 show none.