2011 BMW 535I: headlights failing or too dim

7 of the 112 complaints about the 2011 BMW 535I describe headlights failing or too dim.

owner complaints: 7
of this car's complaints: 6%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Headlights failing or too dim by model year

2016
1
2015
3
2014
3
2013
8
2012
2
2011
7
2010
1
2009
1
2008
9

What owners say

Filed May 27, 2023 · Electrical, Lights · SC

The drivers headlight has developed significant condensation on its interior caused by a failed seal which in turn damaged or short-circuited the modules disabling my daytime running light, low beam, high beam, and turn signal

Filed Apr 22, 2023 · Electrical · FL

Wiring in the headlight assembly is losing its insulation, allowing wires to short and headlamps to fail to operate.

Filed Feb 24, 2023 · Lights · NY

Drivers side headlight has severe condensation and signal light headlights have malfunction.

Filed Feb 14, 2023 · Electrical, Lights · MA

Driver side headlight has an extreme condensation issue. Especially after it rains or using a car wash. The condensation leaks into the control light module , which makes the turn signal, parking lamp and the adaptive light to all fail.

Filed May 4, 2020 · Electrical, Lights · 63,700 miles · IL

Lighting system malfunction appeared on the dashboard during 1st week of april 2020. It affected battery consumption, turn indicators, window controls, headlight controls, lock/unlock confirmation... The dealership suggested faulty footwell module needs replacement, cost approx. $1323+tax. A warranty extension document found on the internet for footwell module lists all models except mine. Https://bimmerscan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/b012016-1.pdf

Filed May 4, 2018 · Lights · 96,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 535i. The contact stated that there was an extreme amount of condensation in the driver's side headlamp. Grayson bmw (10671 parkside dr., knoxville, tn 37922, (865) 693-4555) diagnosed that the headlamps needed to be replaced at a cost of $8,000. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.

Filed Mar 8, 2016 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

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!