While driving on the highway my car turned off suddenly. car was towed to home After checking possible causes we found out that even the fuel gauge in the instruments cluster was displaying a large amount of fuel ( 1/2 tank) actually it was empty. We put two gallons of gasoline then car start up again but fuel gauge still showing half of tank
2011 BMW 535I engine complaints
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Vehicle was parked at my work and the engine caught fire in the parking lot. Bmw of san antonio says oil leaked from the valve cover to the exhaust manifold. Problem is, exhaust manifold is far passenger side. Fire was top rear of the motor.
I was driving on the highway and vehicle sent an overheating message and instantly the power to the motor was cut off causing the vehicle to rapidly slow down with no brake signal so the rear car almost rear ended the vehicle due to the signal cutting power to the engine during the overheat message, once I was able to pull over and stop it was fine? I checked the coolant after I got home and it was at the level required, after I was able to the read the codes it showed waterpump ? I recently saw recalls for 2011 bmw 5 series on water pump issues, I would like to ad this problem and or safey issue to be noticed, if all those vehicles are being reported to have waterpump issues ,l believe my car should be on that list of recalls as well , they all have the same water pump ,so that would effect all models 6 clyinder ,8 cylinder etc,, tthe after a month of no codes no issues, I pulled into my driveway to get something from the house, I left the car running, when I cam out it had sent an over heat signal again, when the car wasnt overheating? It was just weird, it might be wise to include all vehicles with the 2010-2011 style water pump to be replaced and look into the power cut off due to the failure of the pumps/and or their electrical systems which are being recalled , please let know if my car can be added to the recall so it could be replaced because it has the same issues as the other models that recalled, havent driven on the highway since, scared I might get rear ended, if the power cuts off to slow the vehicle brake lights should go on or some indicator to let vehicles following behind know the vehicle is slowing down, live and learn I geuss,
Drivetrain malfunction is on may be due to a bad fuel pump or engine coils
Care was in motion on local street care started stalling, decrease in fuel, smoke out of tail pipe, complete engine failure, unable to start on engine. There are multiple forums on this specific vehicle with issues due to fuel injector. Since I am not the original buyer on vehicle I was not aware and was never notified by the new dealer that there would be an issue. Vehicle was bought at 126k miles in sept 2019.
2011 535xi with 95,000 miles was serviced and passed all inspections, less than 700 miles later engine starts making a knocking sound while driving. Immediately stopped and towed to dealer where they found metallic shavings in oil filter. Said engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $36,591 but offered no cause for the failure.
My vehicle cut off while driving drive train/ drive shaft message came on which made my engine light come on shuddering with heavy shaking making weird noises which are the systems of a defected drive shaft same symptoms that apply to recall 17v067000 very scary my vehicle was just at bmw dealership for a recall due to an aggressive fuel leak...,I asked about the recall for the drive train I was advised yes it's a recall but not for my vehicle which is a 2011 535i at the top of the recall list this is very dangerous and the 2nd time this car have put my life in danger how can you have a recall on the 2011 535i and then say not my specific vehicle bmw is the worst I will never purchase another bmw I cannot believe it these parts cannot be from wear and tear this starts from production of vehicle
The vehicle (2011 bmw 535i gt) indicated that it was overheated after driving for about 25 minutes in the city and highway. The vehicle automatically slowed down and would not accelerate. Fan was continually running after vehicle was stopped on the side of the highway and when the vehicle was turned back on hours later. Took the vehicle to a local mechanic who said it was the auxiliary water pump that needed to be replaced. Bmw has a recall but the 535i gt is not in the recall, the 550i gt is. The recall should be looked at for expansion.
Cad was running fine. Parked got out next morning no start. Mechanic diagnosed time belt gone. Bought car from bmw mainline in march 2014 certified used. Various issues with car. Just read that the 5 series had timing chain issues. My car is out of warranty with 125,063 miles. Always maintained and oil changes and service. Now this. Am I legible to have my timing chain and any dange it caused to be repaired. Why doesn't bmw stand behind their products or recall their problem cars. With the money paid for this car I should be compensated for their mistakes. Bulletin tsb no. 111614. This is outrageous that bmw will not recall but act as though they are doing their customers a favor by repairing or maybe repairing their own mistakes. Thank god is got myself and infant son home before the timing chain broke.
Car was driving fine. No noise no back fire no rattling. Got home parked car next day got in car and would not start. Took to bmw specialist. Says the car has no compression. How does an engine go just like that. Just had oil change one month ago no problems now this out of the blue.
I got a 2011 bmw 535i xdrive with only 70000 miles on it, it gave me an error saying drivetrain malfunction. I took it to the dealership to run diagnose on it, they told me its ignition coil which they replace only for me to drive it for two days then the engine start making even louder noise and when I took it back, they said the engine is bad and need to be replaced. They found metal parts in the oil filter. How did they not know about it the first time? Was there a recall they didn't do!
Fuel pump(fuel system) recall was allowed to fail after many attempts by me using my gas to appear at bmw trying to describe stalling, gas smell, engine gas flow issues with my car before may 2016. (3) years in and out of hendrix bmw service department. Long rental returns and repair on engine leaks, gasket leaks , pan oil leaks and now 6/2/2019 car is still smoking , stalling, oil smelling I'm at home again. Bmw dealer service is refusing to pay for a plastic cap billed to me related to recall fuel pump leak they denied and were forced to find by me. See attachment. Bmw want except responsibility for the (3) year delayed repair of fuel pump.. Issues causing present related issues today 6/2/2019 were in the past they used my warranty coverage to repair damages they created before final car failure and my stranded from 5pm / 11:30 midnight at 70 years old on a dark high way.. My extended warranty has paid for all engine issues,1414,00 ..now they want to make a deal 700.00 to repair plastic cap cover , the same problem before fuel pump recall. I was without (my ) car for (13) day calling, going back to service manager firing admission of recall. My stressing, persistent stocking to replace fuel pump hurt my health. Beginning with corporate bmw in 2016/ delay, 2017/ engine issues and years / months of rentals... Replacing pan, some gasket leaks with engine claiming they replaced the pump. Problems continued until 5/3/2019 and I'm stranded, living with a muscular disease in the heat at 82 degrees on high way and (2) police officers stopping, failed towing company towed car to my home, embarrassing ... 5/4/2019 sat morning towing from my home using my extended warranty who lost my keys at 400.00, lost hook to tow car and the hook cover noticed after (13) day pump repair pick up of car.. 300.00 ..I'm stuck at home with the same unresolved part of the issue.
I was driving back to dallas ,tx. On I 20 on march 22 when I heard a noise . The sound became louder and I came to a stop and to see if I could figure out what was going on but it had gotten dark so I continue on until I got home and check under the hood. The car was making a loud knocking sound. On monday I took the car to a certified bmw mechanic and 3 days later he informed me that the engine was going to have to be replaced.the car has only 68 k miles on
Drivetrain malfunction -driving on hwy when error was displayed and car shutdown in on me and would not start back up -dealership stated they replaced the fuel pump -issue happened again -while driving - under 3000 miles later - same error codes of low pressure - car hesitant to crank and studdering on low speeds- towed to dealer was told no issue found and they reprogrammed the fuel pump -same issue again - fuel line and sensor replaced -ran fine for another 1000 miles or so -while driving the car jerked really hard and gave the same drivetran malfunction error --was able to make it to the dealership however car would not drive at full speed- same codes seen stored -- bmw do not know whats causing the issue however replacing parts hoping it will fix the issue and charging me for their trial and error. -since 2 more parts replaced car now with new error and of course bmw has no clue but want to charge me another 1000 to replace another part.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. While driving 65 MPH, the contact heard a loud popping sound from the center of the vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle over and noticed oil dripping from the oil pan. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the drive shaft and oil pan needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the cv joint fractured, which caused the damage to the oil pan. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v067000 (power train) and that there would be no assistance with having the vehicle repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
I was driving my family and my enging cut off on and the car would not start nor go into any gear took it to my mechanic and was told that my car might be on a recall list because it jas reach over 70000mi now I don't know what to to
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact stated that the vehicle shook violently and hesitated while driving various speeds. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to bmw of manhattan (555 w 57th st, new york, ny) on various occasions, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The dealer replaced various components on the vehicle; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. While the contact's vehicle was being serviced, the independent mechanic discovered that the engine's plastic oil filter housing was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Later, while driving, a message displayed indicating that the engine experienced a failure. The vehicle was towed to casey bmw (12861 jefferson ave, newport news, va) where it was diagnosed that the water pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Soon after the repair, a burning odor was present inside the vehicle while driving. Upon inspection, it was discovered that oil had leaked from the plastic oil filter housing onto the engine pulley. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the oil filter housing unit and the engine pulley needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 73,600.
Our 2011 bmw 535i experienced a failure of the vanos bolts which made the car inoperable and required a $5,000 repair. Research revealed that bmw recalled approximately 165,000 cars manufactured in the same time frame as our car for the same problem and extended the warranty for many others. When we contacted bmw north america about the repair cost they would provide no information about why our car was not included in the recall/extended warranty. We would like to know which cars were recalled by bmw and better understand why our car was excluded.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. While the vehicle was at a traffic light, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer located on 43 north ave, bridgeport, ct 06606, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v176000 (engine and engine cooling). After the repair, the vehicle experienced engine failure. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power and could not be operated. The failure occurred without warning. The contact found that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v176000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer refused to repair the vehicle because the technician suggested that the battery needed to be replaced first. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
My car stalled while driving around 50 MPH on a 4-lane highway on 13 may 2016. It stopped in the middle of the road blocking traffic. I was able to back the car off the road (into oncoming traffic) with much difficulty because all systems were shut down. I called aaa and waited. The car started after I waited about 20 minutes and I cancelled the aaa tow. This happened several times before, the last time was when I had about 70,000 miles on the car. The car was recalled, I took it to the dealer and it did not happen again until last week. I now have 135,000 miles on the car. This is a very dangerous issue. I had to authorize the prescribed repair. This seems to be recurring defect that bmw should repair in all of these cars. Dealer tells be that it is a fuel pump and filter problem. This is not what was repaired at 70,000 miles.
Fuel system. Latley I have been driving me 2011 bmws 535i and have been having some scary problems with it. Last week I was on the highway driving 65 MPH when I noticed the power of car was turning on and off. (headlights, dash lights, car power everything) it then completely shut off on the freeway. Luckily I was close to the shoulder and pulled over. Prior to this incident, my car was left at the bmw dealership in san diego for a full inspection and nothing was brought to my attention. After doing some research, I see that I am one of the thousands that are experiencing this same problem. Fuel pump and injectors gone bad. Please push for a recall!
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine cylinder misfired. In addition, the spark plugs, the ignition coils, the fuel pump, and the fuel injectors needed to be replaced and the software needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Again, I received a recall in the mail regarding recall 14v‑176: vanos assembly bolts since june 2014 and today is sept 25th, I still haven't gotten an answer as to if they have parts to replaced this recall. I called the el cajon bmw dealership in california san diego where I purchased my used bmw from and they kept on saying they don't have parts for my car yet bmw hasn't supplied them with the parts for the recall. Im concern for my safety and my family's safety and want to file a complaint for my vehicle. Please inform me of what to do? And if u can contact bmw.... Its been 4 months of my recall letter and I'm tired of calling them.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v176000 (engine); however, the part needed for the repair was unavailable. The dealer did not provide a specific date as to when the part would become available. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle started making a rattling noise. Also, the contact mentioned that the vehicle had previously stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the frame bolt was loose. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred. The contact received a notification for recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v176000 (engine and engine cooling).however, the parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 24,431.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v176000 (engine, engine cooling) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
I received a recall notice from bmw in june 2014 re a potential bolt failure. The letter stated I would be notified when the parts would be in and when repairs can be done. When I contacted the local dealership (elmhurst bmw and bmw north america) on july 10, they said they have no idea when the parts will be in. It occurs to me that bmw may be attempting to limit their potential liability via the letter and the symptoms listed (poor gas mileage, etc.). As a single female with this car as my only method of transportation, it is rather disconcerting and every thing this car does right now makes me nervous. Bmw north america suggested I contact you with my complaint re the recall.
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