Bmw 135i 2010
Model 135i made in 2010 by Bmw got 13 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, fuel system, other. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting and steering. There was one recall concerning electrical system . The car has one 3 turbo engine.
Model 2010
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Turbo | 6 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | R | 18/25/20 | 22/35.5/26.5421 | GP | 2100 | Subcompact Cars | 23/09/2009 |
| 3 Turbo | 6 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 18/25/20 | 22.0566/35.2678/26.5285 | GP | 2100 | Subcompact Cars | 24/09/2009 |
| 3 Turbo | 6 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | R | 17/26/20 | 21.6229/36.1548/26.3974 | GP | 2100 | Subcompact Cars | 24/09/2009 |
| 3 Turbo | 6 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 17/26/20 | 21.6278/35.7081/26.2934 | GP | 2100 | Subcompact Cars | 24/09/2009 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 13V044000 | BMW of North America, LLC | from 12/01/2007 to 07/01/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 504545 | MFR | BMW of North America, LLC | 02/07/2013 | 02/12/2013 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-series coupes and convertibles manufactured december 2007 through july 2011; and 2007-2011 3-series coupes and convertibles manufactured march 2007 through july 2011; 2007-2011 3-series sedans manufactured march 2007 through october 2011; 2007-2011 3-series sports wagons manufactured march 2007 through june 2011; and 2009-2011 z4 vehicles manufactured march 2009 through june 2011. the connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in march 2013. owners may call bmw at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER | |||||
| SIB-11-07-11 | 07/01/2011 | 10040845 | Bmw: loss of performance and turbocharger noise due to the oil supply restricted, causing oil starvation and resulting in the seizing of the turbocharger assembly. *rm | 09/13/2011 | |
| SIB-11-07-11 | 07/01/2011 | 10040845 | Ready | 09/13/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Ready | 06/10/2011 | |
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm | 06/10/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| STEERING - ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 01/12/2011 | 7500 | ||
| Car lost power and had to be towed. | |||
| 10/15/2010 | 3000 | ||
| 2010 bmw 135i purchaced late april...3000 miles when problem started...the car took longer than normal to start...while in traffic in downtown atlanta...experienced lose of power or stall...spitting and sputtering to a stop on the side of the road...called local dealer and they towed the car to the dealship and replaced the hpfp and re-flashed the computer...since then i have turbo-lag and strange noisees coming from under the hood...the fuel pump replacement is fine, but the lower performance of the new program is unacceptable...i paid a lot of money for the performance and to dumb down the computer to keep from replacing other componets is wrong...fix the problem for real and there would be no issue. | |||
| 03/12/2010 | 5000 | ||
| Bmw high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) failed while i was driving on a busy four lane city road. the hpfp is covered by bmw's warranty and was replaced. however, there appears to be a lot of bmw owners of the 135i and 335i that have had similar experiences but much more risk involved, e.g. failure while accelerating onto a freeway. this is the first failure my my2010 car has had; others have reported 3 failures. | |||
| 05/08/2010 | 7580 | ||
| 2010 bmw 135i recently had my car in for brake service (5/7/10) at bmw. the following day i noticed a long crank x1 at start up. i headed to work and noticed decreased power but didnt think much of it. on my way home i was accelerating onto the freeway when my car lost all power (engine still on, but felt like it was stalling out) and the traffic behind me nearly crashed into me due to how sudden and without warning of the deceleration. i was luckily able to pull off to the shoulder immediately avoiding a multicar accident. my check engine light flashed on and my car was in limp mode. unsteady idle, very poor acceleration and couldnt go above 20mph. i was able to scan my car for codes: 29dc: 29dc cylinder injection switch-off explanation: fuel related code fix: normally requires fuel pump replacement 2fbf: 2fbf fuel pressure at injection release explanation: fuel pump pressure code fix: normally requires fuel pump replacement this is a widespread know problem with the n54 engine and is very dangerous. i fear they did a software upgrade on my car without my consent 5/7/10. my car is schedule to go into service at bmw monday 5/10/10. | |||
| 02/14/2010 | 1300 | 1 | |
| Car started long 3-7 second cranks at 600 miles, then continued until at 1300 miles, car almost shut down on highway with an ses light. car is at the shop being fixed now with a high pressure fuel pump being replaced. 2010 bmw 135i 1350 miles! *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 01/31/2010 | 1807 | ||
| Tl* the contact has a 2010 bmw 135. the contact stated that the vehicle is losing power in the high pressure fuel pump. the vehicle does not stop running, however the vehicle loses power and slows down. the contact tried to accelerate while changing lines and the vehicle lost power and did not accelerate. the failure and current mileages were 1807. | |||