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BMW 335I warranty claim denied?

487 manufacturer communications on file 17 warranty extensions / campaigns 2006–2017 model years covered

If BMW or your dealer denied warranty coverage on your 335i, you're not alone—and the denial may not be the final word. NHTSA records show BMW has filed 487 manufacturer communications for this model line (2006–2017), including 17 formal warranty extensions and service campaigns covering issues such as fuel tank leakage, timing chain and VANOS camshaft adjustment units, EPS steering motor mounting bolts, Takata airbag modules, and seat occupancy mats. These filings show that BMW has, in specific circumstances, acknowledged manufacturing defects tied to components similar to what many owners are told is 'not covered.' A denial letter is often a starting point, not an ending one—especially when the underlying issue matches a documented pattern. ClaimRight reviews your paperwork, the specific reason given for denial, and the manufacturer's own service history for your model to help identify whether your case may qualify for reconsideration. Our assessment is free, and we work on a success-only basis, meaning there's no cost unless your claim is resolved in your favor. Understanding your options starts with knowing what BMW has already documented about vehicles like yours.

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What BMW has documented for the 335I

Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.

2024-10-25 · B010722 Warranty extension
Fuel tank limited warranty for leakage, due to defects in materials or workmanship, has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date
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2022-05-01 · SIB011918 Warranty extension
Component specific limited warranty extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle Nitrogen Oxide (NOx)...
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2022-04-01 · B58N20N55S55 Warranty extension
Component and Issue Specific Limited Emission Warranty Extension. This component-specific limited emission warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.
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2021-10-01 · B110317 Warranty extension
For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,...
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2020-06-01 · B012618 Warranty extension
EPS STEERING ELECTRIC MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION: There are front end noises when turning the steering wheel and/or there is limited power steering assist when...
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2019-01-01 · B011618 Warranty extension
TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES.
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2018-02-01 · B011014 Warranty extension
ENGINE CAMSHAFT (VANOS) ADJUSTMENT UNITS: BMW of North America, LLC (ÒBMW NAÓ) is extending the limited warranty for the Camshaft (VANOS) Adjustment Units on certain model BMW vehi...
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2018-01-01 · B010118 Warranty extension
FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY (OC3) MAT FOR SRS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 15 YEARS/UNLIMITED MILES
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2017-06-01 · B010817 Warranty extension
"INTAKE CHARGE-AIR DUCT: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty f...
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2017-06-01 · SIM010717 Warranty extension
The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
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2016-08-01 · B010916 Warranty extension
"N55 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is ex...
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2016-08-01 · B012016 Warranty extension
FOOTWELL MODULE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 8 YEARS/125,000 MILES. When performing ISTA/D diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the...
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2016-01-01 · B010215 Warranty extension
"SI B01 02 15 January 2016 Warranties This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 02 15 dated December 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT N54 Engine Fuel I...
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2016-01-01 · B011715 Warranty extension
"SI B01 17 15 January 2016 Warranties. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 17 15 dated December 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT N54T Engine Fuel...
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2014-11-01 · 011214 Warranty extension
M57 Diesel Engine Throttle Valve (for EGR): Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles. INFORMATION BMW of North America, LLC ("BMW NA") is extending the limited warranty...
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2014-09-01 · 010914 Warranty extension
"?SI B01 09 14 September 2014 WarrantiesWarranties This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 09 14 dated August 2014. Please read this Service Information bulletin in i...
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2013-06-01 · SIB-01-02-12 Warranty extension
BMW: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, AN EMISSIONS WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 8 YEARS/82,00 MILES ON ENGINE TURBOCHARGER WASTEGATE. MODELS 2008-2010 E60, E61, E71, E82, E88, AND 2009-201...
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2024-01-16 · B510819
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
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2024-01-11 · B611305
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. Thi...
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2023-11-16 · B010919
DIESEL FUEL INJECTORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES
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2023-11-13 · B011423
PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE (PCV) EXTENDED LTD WTY 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES
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2023-07-01 · B651316
After a head unit or BDC/BCP is swapped, many functions or features in the head unit are not active and the fault "B7F87A: Component Protection Active" is stored in the head unit.
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2023-05-01 · B514616
Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
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2023-05-01 · B651523
After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
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2023-03-01 · B630917
Exterior rear lights do not work.
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Common questions

Why was my BMW 335i warranty claim denied?
Denials typically cite reasons like the issue being classified as wear-and-tear, missed maintenance intervals, aftermarket parts, or the vehicle falling outside standard coverage windows. However, some denied components overlap with issues BMW has separately addressed through warranty extensions or service campaigns, which can make a denial worth reviewing rather than accepting outright.
Can a denied BMW warranty claim be reopened or appealed?
Many manufacturers, including BMW, have internal processes for reconsidering a denied claim when new documentation, repair history, or evidence of a known defect pattern is presented. Success isn't guaranteed, but denials aren't always final. Reviewing the specific denial reason against manufacturer bulletins and your vehicle's service records is a common first step before deciding whether to pursue reconsideration.
How do I know if a BMW warranty extension applies to my 335i?
Warranty extensions apply only to specific components, model years, and sometimes specific VIN ranges identified by BMW. To check applicability, compare your vehicle's build details and the exact part or system involved in your denial against the language of the relevant extension notice. A documentation review can help clarify whether your specific vehicle and issue fall within an extension's stated scope.
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