2016 BMW 435I — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
9
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
10
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 BMW 435I
The 2016 BMW 435I has received a total of 9 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 10 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (2 complaints), Unknown Or Other (2 complaints), and Air Bags (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 BMW 435I
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW 435I. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2016 BMW 435I
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW 435I. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 435I. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine stalled. The battery warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer. The dealer determined that the VANOS bolts had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.
Airbag sensors are defective. Vehicle states that restraint system is faulty.
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 435I. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the chassis stabilization warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the electric power steering (EPS) to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with TSB: SIB321216, however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
A strong odor of gasoline was noted and it dripped from the tank when the car was driven. Mechanic reported the tank had a leaking seam which he would patch with plastic, so the car can be used while waiting for a replacement tank.
Safety Rating for the 2016 BMW 435I
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 BMW 435I in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 BMW 435I
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 10 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 BMW 435I. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B630917 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Exterior rear lights do not work.
B514716 — STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
CREAKING NOISES FROM C-PILLAR: Creaking noises from C-pillar area (either side) while driving on uneven surface.
B650414 — AIR BAGS
"AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT: ACSM FC 930A60 OR 930A1C SEAT OCCUPANCY DETECTION. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be on when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code ""930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction"" is stored. The fault...
B111015 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
?Service Action: Replace the Thermostat. Please perform the procedure outlined in this Service Information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery. In the event the customer has already taken delivery of the vehicle, please perform the procedure the next time the vehicle is in the shop. This Service Information bulletin...
B840416 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOS MALFUNCTION DISPLAYED. An SOS malfunction is seen in the Kombi. When pressing the E-Call/SOS button in the overhead console, nothing happens. Fault code B7F33C (internal ECU error) is stored in the Telematics control unit (ATM/TCB2). There are 2 known causes for this failure. They are as follows: Software file...
B610315 — FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Various Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K-CAN This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 03 15 dated April 2016. The customer states that one or more of the following CC messages are displayed: 627 - Steering behavior:Drive moderately 070 - Steering: Drive moderately 765 - Rear-end collision restricted 850...
B660615 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Sporadic Check Control Messages of the Driver Assistance System. Sporadically, a CCM (Check Control Message) is displayed advising that the Camera-based Driver Assistant system has failed. This is due to the vehicle interior reaching very high temperatures. During this failure, all KAFAS (Camera-based driver assistance systems) system functionalities are inoperative....
B320314 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Power-Assisted Steering Failure. The power-assisted steering fails with a warning lamp in the instrument cluster or a check control message in the Central Information Display. In some cases, the Dynamic Stability Control warning lamp (DSC) in the instrument cluster may also be illuminated. Failure of the power-assisted steering may be...
B520215 — SEATS
Service Action: Replace Both Front Seat Headrests. The customer may hear rattling noises coming from the front headrest while driving.
B510115 — EQUIPMENT
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System Noise. The customer may complain of a groaning/grinding noise in the area of the rear speakers. Lack of clearance between the tweeter and the mounting contact and/or wires.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 BMW 435I
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 435I
- 2014 BMW 435I — 33 complaints
- 2015 BMW 435I — 17 complaints
- 2016 BMW 435I (current)