Used BMW 135

What to know before buying: BMW 135

From 1 forum thread and 2 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The sources list 26 BMW 135i recalls: 12 for airbags, 10 electrical, two engine-related and two equipment-related.[2][3]
• For both 2011 and 2012 135i models, the sources list six recalls involving airbags, the engine, electrics and equipment.[2][3]
• For the 2013 BMW 135i, the sources list two recalls, both concerning airbags.[2][3]

Typical faults

• Airbag faults are reported for 2008–2013 BMW 135i models; campaign NHTSA 16V071000 is listed for 2008 cars.[2][3]

  2008–2013 · 135i

• Electrical-system faults are reported for 2008–2012 BMW 135i models; campaign NHTSA 13V044000 is listed for 2008 cars.[2][3]

  2008–2012 · 135i

• Engine faults are reported for 2011–2012 BMW 135i models; campaign NHTSA 14V176000 is listed for 2011 cars.[2][3]

  2011–2012 · 135i

Which engine and version to take

• Among owner-reviewed BMW 1 Series engines, the 2013 2.0-litre petrol manual scored 10/10 and was recommended; this is not specifically a 135i review.[1]one source

What to check at the inspection

• For a 2008–2013 BMW 135i, use the VIN to verify completion of all airbag recall work.[2][3]
• On 2008–2012 cars, inspect the electrical system and recall-repair records; campaign 13V044000 is listed for 2008.[2][3]
• For a 2011–2012 BMW 135i, check the engine and recall history; the sources list campaign 14V176000 for 2011 cars.[2][3]

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]auto.jautajums.lv — BMW 1 sērija atsauksmes | jautajums.lv - Auto, moto · forum
2. [2]defauts.fr — BMW 135I problèmes par année · press
3. [3]ruckruf.de — Bekannte Probleme des BMW 135I Autos nach Jahr - Rückruf · press

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