Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of BMW 535

BMW 535 owners have reported 159 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 24 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine and engine cooling (77 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's water pump (19 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Engine And Engine Cooling problems of BMW 535

The Engine And Engine Cooling problem

The contact owns a 2013 BMW 535i. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the engine was overheating. Additionally, the contact noticed an abnormal burning odor while driving, with smoke coming from underneath the hood while at a complete stop.   Read details...

The Water Pump problem

I had the car serviced by a mechanic because I had check engine light faults. Water pump and thermostat was replaced. Spark plugs and cops were replaced. Some of the fuel injectors were also replaced. Mechanic asked me to drive the car for 100 miles to see if any check engine issues will reappear.   Read details...

The Car Stall problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2010 BMW 535i. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle while in traffic but it failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the contact residence.   Read details...

The Check Engine Light On problem

Vehicle has issues in line with the recall that has been extended for some VIN numbers under recall number #16v746000. Vehicle has experienced shaking under acceleration, sputtering, flashing check engine light and, multiple trips to the dealership.   Read details...

The Engine Oil Leaking problem

BMW 2009 535 xi owner. Out of all of the times taking the car for service for various reasons, I decided to look for information regarding my latest issue. Twin turbo. I was told the rear turbo was bad and it is recommended to do both.   Read details...




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