Bmw 335i: which model years to avoid
Complaint and recall totals for every Bmw 335i model year we track, ranked by severity.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crashes | Fires | Severity | Most-reported system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 33 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 48.5 Medium | AIR BAGS |
| 2013 | 65 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 55.4 Medium | ENGINE |
| 2014 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 190.0 High | ENGINE |
Across 3 model years, the 2014 Bmw 335i carries the highest severity index (190.0, driven by engine), while the 2012 is the cleanest at 48.5.
Source. NHTSA public complaint and recall APIs. Complaint counts are not normalised by units sold; a high-volume seller will attract more filings than a rare trim.