2010 BMW 535I: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jan 7, 2021 · Fuel system · 128,000 miles · PA

Several times I was placed in peril while traveling at high rates of speed then the car stalls on us highway 95. There were also times when the car stalled while driving less than 35mph. When this happens I have no real control to steer the wheel, no prior warning or issues with the car to indicate it would stall. It is extremely traumatizing. Traumatizing! Message of "fuel pump malfunction. Moderate driving possible". Car stalls while in motion whether it is 20mph or 65mph. Initial malfunction in july was after 1hr of driving then several times after that periodically as the car isn't driven often due to stay at home restrictions. The issue could not be duplicated at two auto mechanic shops, in fact by the time the tow truck arrived, the car started and was able to be driven onto the truck. There is no pattern of driving behavior or messages between failure / stall and as months went on, the time between stall and inability to start the car shortened from driving1hr to driving 10 minutes. Bmw of the main line replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter and stall and error issue remains. Wiring to fuel pump issue possible. There are several open complaints on the exact same issue. Model year 2010 should be included in the recall for 535i xdrive series/4%252520dr/rwd%25252f4wd#complaints wiring issue detected and may be part of the recall the federal safety agency recall no. : 16v‑746. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, a no-start condition or, in rare cases, a stalling condition without the ability to restart the vehicle could occur. Started july and degraded september, october, november then finally december. $$$$ in repair costs that did not resolve the "fuel pump malfunction. Moderate driving possible" message. Help

Filed Jul 2, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 70,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 535i. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the battery discharging message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the drive belts, battery, intelligent battery sensor (ibs) system, bolts, hose and engine cooling system needed to be replaced. The contact referenced the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v176000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the VIN was not included. An unknown dealer was contacted and informed of the failure but provided no additional assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Feb 18, 2020 · Brakes, Engine · 88,924 miles · AZ

My bmw 2010 5 series gt ( campaign 10v446000 ) has had issues pertaining too a check valve of the break vacuum pump that leaks a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time this has contaminated my brake booster, and also there has been issues with the power assit braking performance that has LED too loss of power assist braking which I've done research and that could potentially increase a risk of an accident. My fuel guage has also displayed a larger amount of fuel than was actually in the tank, which could also increase my vehicle too stall and increase a chance of me being in a accident.

Filed Feb 5, 2020 · Fuel system · 80,298 miles · MN

While driving steadily on the interstate (i494 in bloomington, mn) with traffic at roughly 65mph, I received a message on the dash of fuel pump failure, drive slowly. Car proceeded to go into 'limp mode' with reduced power and then stalled out'gave me just enough time to navigate to a relatively safer spot on the shoulder of the interstate. Tried to restart car, but it would struggle and then fail each time.

Filed Jun 8, 2019 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · ID

Fuel pump randomly causes engine failure during normal driving conditions causing it to malfunction, stall engine, and endanger the cars occupants saftey in normal to heavy traffic conditions. The fuel pump will reset itself after 5-10 minutes and the car will start again allowing it to then safely exit the roadway.. This issue is random in occurance. It could happen twice in one day, or it could happen only twice in one month.

Filed May 13, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 110,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 535i. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle while in traffic but it failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. On another occasion, the contact stated that the passenger rear side of the vehicle dropped closer to the road and was dragging while driving. The contact coasted over to the side of the road but did not notice what caused the failure. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the hydraulic detached and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to nalley bmw of decatur dealer, located at 1606 church st, decatur, ga 30033, (404) 994-4329, for the stalling failure and it was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed May 8, 2019 · Fuel system · 118,000 miles · PA

High pressure fuel pump failed. This part has been highly publicized as faulty. Including recalls and extended warrantees. The failure at high speeds caused stalling and was very dangerous. Bmw failed to replace for free the high pressure fuel pump and charged me full price. Failure to honor recall/warranty. It has been noted 150,000 plus vehicles are affected. This needs to be a mandatory recall and paid in full by bmw. Seeking investigation and reimbursement. I have the invoice if needed.

Filed Feb 16, 2016 · Fuel system · KY

Car started sputtering and stalled after taking off from a red light.

Filed Jan 15, 2013 · Engine, Fuel system · 32,007 miles · CA

On january 12, 2013, while driving with my family on a southern california highway at speeds of roughly 70 MPH, our 2010 bmw 535i sedan, suddenly lost power, stalled, could not accelerate, and became difficult to control as I crossed 3 lanes of traffic; surprisingly guided the vehicle safely to the right shoulder. At the time the vehicle lost power, a warning indicator light displayed, "engine malfunction-reduced power." as a result, it required a tow service to a local bmw dealership.

Filed Jul 25, 2010 · Fuel system · 3,000 miles · NY

At around 3000 miles (2010 535xi), while attempting to accelerate onto highway engine power died - engine light came on, and car eventually stalled. Luckily was in right lane at time so managed to pull over. Tried to start car several times with no luck. Waited several minutes and car did start but continued having acceleration problems. Took it to dealer and had fuel pump replaced. Told it was a common problem.

Filed Feb 19, 2010 · Fuel system · 3,050 miles · NY

Recurrent sudden stalling of vehicle multiple times, leading to loss of steering control, on a brand new bmw 535 xdrive with 3000 miles. The problem was fixed by changing the high pressure fuel pump, by the bmw dealership. I am not sure if this is widespread problem with bmw vehicles with dual turbo engines.