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.
2011 BMW 535I: won't start
5 of the 112 complaints about the 2011 BMW 535I describe won't start.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 1
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What owners say
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.
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.
Fuel system was the alarm on the car and it won't stay started on more than 2 seconds. Final after 4 attempts it won't start at all. Had to get the vehicle towed.
Bmw recall campaign no. 16v‑746 in-tank fuel pump. Bmw ag has decided that the above fuel tank listed above is defective which relates to motor vehicle safety. This notice was sent in december of 2016, which stated the parts were unavailable. Although, the letter stated I would be contacted when parts became available. It is now eight months into year 2017 without this issue being resolved. Also, over time, the fuel pump connector can become damaged. If this happens, a foul odor may be noticed. This could also lead to a fuel leak during fueling, or when cornering while driving. The fuel pump could also stop working and lead to a no start or stalling condition. We have noticed, a faint gas odor and slight stalling with the vehicle, especially with starting and taking off. This has happened when the vehicle was stationary and in motion. When the car was serviced by bmw specialist, we were encouraged to get the fuel pump replaced in a timely manner due to the recall.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Engine will crank but not start
- Component specific limited warranty extension
- This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be...
- Class action settlement: N54/N54T/N55 electric engine coolant pump .
- Limited warranty extensionto 10 years/120000 miles
- N52T / N55 with 8HP45: Delay in Engine Response
- N63 Engine: Oil Consumption and/or Rough Running Complaints
- Diagnostic hint: catalytic converter inspection after loss of crankshaft signal.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i Coupe, 335i Convertible, 528i Sedan, 535i Sedan, 535i xDrive Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, and X3 xDrive 35i, 2010 X3 xDrive 30i, and X5 xDrive 30i, 2012 640i Coupe, and 640i Convertible and 2010-2012 535i Gran Turismo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break.
- Risk
- If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge. In addition, owners of approximately 170,172 model year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with inline 6 cylinder engines not covered by this recall, will receive an extended warranty to address this condition. The recall began on September 24, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 14V176000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2011 BMW 535I won't start
Is won't start a common problem on the 2011 BMW 535I?
5 of 112 owner complaints about the 2011 BMW 535I (4%) mention won't start. The model year with the most reports is 2011.
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There is 1 recall and 80 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2011 BMW 535I
Fuel pump 18Stalling 14Headlights 7Check engine light 6Loss of power 6
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