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BMW 335I Us warranty claim denied?
103 manufacturer communications on file
7 warranty extensions / campaigns 2011–2011 model years covered
If your BMW 335i's warranty claim was just denied, you're not alone, and you're not necessarily out of options. For 2011 model-year 335i vehicles, NHTSA records show 103 manufacturer communications on file, including 7 warranty extensions or service campaigns covering components such as the intake charge-air duct, the footwell module, and the M57 diesel throttle valve for EGR systems. These documents show BMW has acknowledged specific, recurring issues on vehicles like yours and in some cases extended coverage well beyond the original warranty term, up to 10 years or 120,000 miles in certain cases.
A denial from a dealer or service advisor is not always the final word. Denials are sometimes based on incomplete review of your vehicle's history, or they may not account for extended coverage tied to a documented defect. Understanding what has already been acknowledged for your specific model can change the conversation.
ClaimRight offers a free assessment to review your denial against the manufacturer's own documented communications for your vehicle. There's no cost unless we help you find a path forward, and no obligation to proceed. Understanding your options starts with knowing what's actually on record.
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What BMW has documented for the 335I Us
Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.
2019-01-01 · B011618
Warranty extension TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES.
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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 · 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 · 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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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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2021-05-01 · B011321
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with th...
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2021-04-01 · B340414
Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from...
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2020-09-01 · B110208
Power Reduction, FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The ?Service Engine Soon? (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This s...
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2020-07-01 · B650709
NAVIGATION SYSTEM - REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROADMAP DATA: Do not replace parts and do not program the vehicle. Roads can change by up to 15% every year. To ensure the best n...
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2020-04-01 · B840214
CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B84 02 14 dated May 2019. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are...
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2019-12-01 · B130619
SERVICE ACTION: N54T ENGINE - INSPECT AND REPLACE INJECTOR(S). The piezo-type fuel injectors may cause a rough running at start-up or rough running while at idle.
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2019-07-12 · 651512
Service Action: CIC - Install Navigation Road Map Database 2013. Before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the Car Information Computer (CIC) road map database 2013 must...
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2019-07-10 · 513608
"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memor...
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2019-07-10 · 513911
Trunk Lid Intermittently Does Not Open or Latch. Intermittently the trunk lid does not pop open when using the remote, or latch when closing. If the vehicle is driven and the trunk...
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2019-07-09 · 120912
N55: Intermittent Loss of Power. Intermittently, the engine idle speed may fluctuate up and down or cut off under any of the following circumstances, without any relevant faults st...
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2019-07-09 · 121412
N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position. A rattling noise can be heard from the engine compartment; the engine has a loss of power; and the...
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2019-06-01 · B110919
N55 ENGINE: FC 28A0 OR 101F01 THROTTLE VALVE OPENING ANGLE. The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one of the following fault codes are stored in the DME shortly after p...
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2019-04-01 · B013118
TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
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2018-02-01 · B080119
In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page....
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Common questions
Why was my BMW 335i warranty claim denied if there are known issues with this model?
Dealers process claims based on the information available at the time, which doesn't always include every manufacturer bulletin or extension on file. For the 2011 BMW 335i, NHTSA records list 103 manufacturer communications, including 7 warranty extensions covering specific components. A denial may not have accounted for one of these documented programs, which is why a closer review of your paperwork can be worthwhile.
What is a warranty extension and how is it different from a recall?
A warranty extension is a manufacturer program that lengthens coverage for a specific part or system, often after a pattern of related issues is identified, without requiring the same mandatory notice process as a safety recall. For the 335i, examples include extended coverage on the intake charge-air duct and footwell module. These programs can still apply even if your vehicle wasn't part of a formal recall.
What should I do after my dealer denies a warranty claim?
Start by requesting a written copy of the denial and keeping records of your repair order, mileage, and the issue described. It can help to check whether your specific concern matches any manufacturer-documented bulletins or extensions for your model. A free review of your paperwork against these records can clarify whether the denial aligns with what's actually on file.
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