Exterior Lighting Problems of BMW 335

BMW 335 owners have reported 34 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of BMW 335


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of BMW 335

The Headlights problem

The vehicles ftm (footwell module) isn't working. During a drive my turning signals didn't want to work. My headlights won't turn off. Windows stay put. Doors don't lock. Vehicle is stationary but can still be operated.   Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

Wiring harness in the engine compartment caught fire about 2 weeks after changing a water pump, battery kept being draining even after battery replacement. Locking of the trunk trunk forced usage of a BMW authorized jump start battery charger/start etc.   Read details...

The Tail Light Switch problem

Both my rear tail lights are malfunctioning and BMW is well aware that the contacts or worn out and need replacing. There is even a service bulletin about it yet my service advisor claimed I had to replace both taillight assemblies at $200 apiece.   Read details...

The Tail Light problem

The contact owns a 2011 BMW 335i. The contact stated that the passenger�s side rear tail light malfunction message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to the local dealer and was not repaired.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

Hello, I wanted to bring to attention the failing footwell modules in e9x generation Bmws. The modules have a high failure rate and when they become inoperable you lose your headlights, turn signals, locking and unlocking doors, power window control and the ability to move your mirrors.   Read details...




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