2008 BMW 135I fuel system problems

Filed Apr 16, 2019 · Fuel system · 116,010 miles · CA

My car suddenly lost acceleration while I was driving on a freeway then the engine died.

Filed Jul 17, 2017 · Fuel system · 105,199 miles · FL

Cars' idle has been fluctuating for a couple of weeks at idle. Vehicles fuel pump has been replaced 2 times already through out it's life. Last week (july 13,2017) car died in the middle of the road and I had towed into the dealership that same morning. Dealer refuses to take any initiative to fix the problem at all. I have software where it shows that the cars vehicles high pressure fuel pump is failing. Car is throwing codes too. Car was in motion when fuel pump died on me in a city street.

Filed May 7, 2017 · Fuel system · 90,289 miles · FL

My high pressure fuel pump is dying ...ive had the low pressure fuel pump changed and I'm still experiencing a rough cold start and half block engine light symbol ...car has a idle problem at start come and go and now I can only fill a half tank of gas ...

Filed Jun 27, 2015 · Fuel system · 52,867 miles · DC

I was driving down the highway and the water pump went out. The car overheated and the warning light came on telling me to turn the car off. Before I was able to pull over to the shoulder the car stalled and I was unable to propel it forward any longer. I pulled over and had to get it towed.

Filed May 24, 2013 · Fuel system · 2,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 135 I. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the high pressure fuel pump failed. The high pressure pump was replaced twice, however the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and extended the manufacturer's warranty. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 2,000. The current mileage was 34,000.

Filed Dec 7, 2012 · Fuel system · 57,000 miles · OH

Fuel pump consistently takes longer and longer to start the car.

Filed Jul 13, 2012 · Fuel system · 37,568 miles · NV

Fuel pump went out while driving.

Filed Nov 1, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · 2,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 bmw 135i. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the engine loss power with the illumination of the warning indicator. The vehicle restarted in the low power mode. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The computer software was updated and replacement of the fuel pump. The vehicle exhibited poor acceleration performance after the repair. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and they informed that the vehicle experienced a turbo lag which was associated with the newly installed fuel pump. The failure continued to occur. The failure mileage was 2,000. Updated 01/13/11 *bf updated 01/24/11

Filed Sep 3, 2010 · Fuel system · 24,000 miles · CA

Vehicle is a bmw 135i, model year 2008, convertible. Car suffers sudden and complete loss of power at high speed and often during high-traffic, rush- hour speeds on moderate incline sometimes with minimal safe shoulder and median. This the 6th incident over the last year and a half. Bmw of san diego replaced fuel pressure sensor and multiple high-pressure fuel pumps. We have barely avoided multiple accidents. We are scared to drive our car.

Filed Aug 31, 2010 · Fuel system · 7,500 miles · NV

My bmw 135i has 16,000 miles on it and I have had to high pressure fuel pump failures. The car is unreliable and dangerous.