Bmw 135i 2011
Model 135i made in 2011 by Bmw got 15 consumer complains as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and vehicle speed control. There was one recall concerning electrical system .
Model 2011
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. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 100 | 1 | |
| Crossing the street---i had the gas peddle all the way to the floor (twice yesterday) and the car literally did not move and traffic was approaching. the car eventually moved forward. problem---hesitation in the engine when applying the gas as i pull out to cross the intersection, slow down to make a turn, or just try to move forward with traffic after stopping. also, as i applied the brake, when approaching a stop light, the car surges forward toward the car in front of me. these two characteristics happen frequently and are very scary. i do not trust the cars response to either the acceleration or the braking. it has been in the repair shop several times and i continue to be told car is performing normally. this cannot possibly be correct. *tr | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 100 | ||
| Crossing the street---i had the gas peddle all the way to the floor (twice yesterday) and the car literally did not move and traffic was approaching. the car eventually moved forward. problem---hesitation in the engine when applying the gas as i pull out to cross the intersection, slow down to make a turn, or just try to move forward with traffic after stopping. also, as i applied the brake, when approaching a stop light, the car surges forward toward the car in front of me. these two characteristics happen frequently and are very scary. i do not trust the cars response to either the acceleration or the braking. it has been in the repair shop several times and i continue to be told car is performing normally. this cannot possibly be correct. | |||
| 11/30/2011 | 600 | 1 | |
| Engine acceleration lag. the car hesitates when the gas pedal is pushed down. this occurs when it is moving at a slow speed of 5 to 10 mph and at a halt. it creates a dangerous situation if you are merging with traffic or trying to enter traffic from a side street. when the gas pedal is depressed it can be as long as 2 to 3 seconds before the engine accelerates. *tr | |||
| 11/30/2011 | 600 | ||
| Engine acceleration lag. the car hesitates when the gas pedal is pushed down. this occurs when it is moving at a slow speed of 5 to 10 mph and at a halt. it creates a dangerous situation if you are merging with traffic or trying to enter traffic from a side street. when the gas pedal is depressed it can be as long as 2 to 3 seconds before the engine accelerates. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 100 | 1 | |
| Crossing the street---i had the gas peddle all the way to the floor (twice yesterday) and the car literally did not move and traffic was approaching. the car eventually moved forward. problem---hesitation in the engine when applying the gas as i pull out to cross the intersection, slow down to make a turn, or just try to move forward with traffic after stopping. also, as i applied the brake, when approaching a stop light, the car surges forward toward the car in front of me. these two characteristics happen frequently and are very scary. i do not trust the cars response to either the acceleration or the braking. it has been in the repair shop several times and i continue to be told car is performing normally. this cannot possibly be correct. *tr | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 100 | ||
| Crossing the street---i had the gas peddle all the way to the floor (twice yesterday) and the car literally did not move and traffic was approaching. the car eventually moved forward. problem---hesitation in the engine when applying the gas as i pull out to cross the intersection, slow down to make a turn, or just try to move forward with traffic after stopping. also, as i applied the brake, when approaching a stop light, the car surges forward toward the car in front of me. these two characteristics happen frequently and are very scary. i do not trust the cars response to either the acceleration or the braking. it has been in the repair shop several times and i continue to be told car is performing normally. this cannot possibly be correct. | |||