2011 BMW 535I transmission problems

Filed Apr 20, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · TX

ValveTronic motor and eccentric shaft is a very common issue that my specific car has. Affects the timing and makes a loud sound. Dangerous to drive in this condition.

Filed Jun 21, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · CA

The vehicle is having cooling/ heat problems. Does not overheat while driving but rather driving on high temp. Cools to norm temp here and there. My best thought is electrical. Also same vehicle rattles in rear center when going 65mph.. not sure the cause is.

Filed Jan 8, 2021 · Transmission · RI

The back and front axles aren't reliable at all. All four on my car are damaged and every time I go over a bump it's a violent sound and feeling.

Filed Nov 27, 2020 · Transmission · 107,000 miles · RI

A warning came on for drivetrain malfunction and the engine started to choke and lose power while driving.

Filed Jun 30, 2020 · Acceleration, Engine · 5,600 miles · CT

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,

Filed Mar 12, 2020 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · CO

2011 535i xdrive gt cv joints on drive shaft failed while driving on highway destroying the car rendering it undrivable. No recalls on this model or this VIN although all other like models were on recall. Car purchased and serviced at bmw dealership.

Filed Feb 10, 2020 · Acceleration, Transmission · 70,000 miles · PA

This recall has my powertrans not preforming as it should. I brought the car in 2017 and this recall was never done. I turn my car in to the dealership and since then I have been taking my car frequently to mechanics for powertrans problems. When I take it to the dealership they tell me they don't see a fault for the powertrans it as soon as I leave the fault returns. I paid money for numerous diagnostics for this problem and I still have the same issue. This problem occurs after reaching speeds over 65 MPH.

Filed Feb 6, 2020 · Transmission · 144,000 miles · GA

Ses light illuminated. Checked the obd2 system for a code. P-2763 is present. Troubleshooting for the issue revealed the orange tcc pressure control solenoid is malfunctioning. Zf will not sell the solenoid individually. They require the consumer to purchase a mechatronic unit. The orange solenoid is a scarce part to find locally in the u.s. Online prices are around $90. On the global market. These are not new solenoids. The mechatronic unit, overhauled is $1600 plus a core charge. Plus labor. My complaint is that zf will not support the 8hp transmission by selling the solenoid individually. Costing me several thousand dollars when a single part around $100 dollars will repair the transmission. Zf customer service informed me that I should source the part through a used parts dealer or local junk yard. I tried but no transmissions are available. I have been looking since may of 2019. I talked to bmw and chrysler parts departments at my local dealers. The tell me they can only order the mechatronic unit.

Filed Dec 29, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 110,000 miles · NC

Drivetrain malfunction is on may be due to a bad fuel pump or engine coils

Filed Oct 24, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 143 miles · FL

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