Defect Alert – Fuel Pump Failure in BMW 335i Model
It’s time for another defect alert–this time around, it’s the BMW 335i. Many distressed drivers are calling into the 1-800 LEMON LAW hotline complaining about fuel pump failure. This is nothing new–the manufacturer is aware of the problem and has extended the warranty on the part, and the message boards have repeatedly covered the issue. But when the part fails, it does put the driver in significant danger, with the car limping along, and possibly stalling.
If you sense that you are having problems with your fuel pump, get to an authorized BMW dealership as soon as possible. Make sure that you receive a repair invoice when you pick up the car which clearly outlines the problem you complained about. Even if they say the problem is due to bad gas (which we all know is not true), they need to provide an invoice. MAKE SURE YOU KEEP TRACK OF THESE PAPERS. You may need them down the road.
If you find that you are repeatedly back to the BMW dealer with fuel pump problems, drop us a line or give us a call and we will be happy to discuss your situation. We have been actively resolving these claims.
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October 26th, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Bad gas or fuel filter is what they say many times. And I agree that keeping track of paperwork is a must. If you own or lease a car you need to have a file folder where you can store all paperwork pertaining to your vehicle.
December 23rd, 2009 at 10:16 am
I bought a used 2009 335ix in November 2009.
It was a CPO car, from the original selling dealer.
I bought the car in Cincinnati, but I love in Detroit.
I have had to have the HPFP changed once.
After reading your site info, I requested the selling dealer
to give me any data about prior HPFP problems with this car.
It seems to me that the car was sold to me under false pretenses.
The manufacturer has recognized the problem and it’s potentially recurrent nature! Extending the warranty on this part seems an insufficient remedy.
Why is this not actionable. Is there no other course to follow?
I would be open to suggestions.
Thanks.
AlanD
December 24th, 2009 at 9:11 am
Keep track of the situation. If you have to address the matter with BMW three or more times, you could be looking at remedy under Federal Law. If that happens, please contact us at 800-LEMON-LAW.
January 15th, 2010 at 3:12 pm
I am about to take my 335i to the shop tomorrow with the same problem. I had it in the shop last week and they told me the gas was low thats why the check engine light came on. I grew up around cars and I can’t believe thats the excuse they gave me. Needless to say they did nothing about the problem, and my car still runs horrible. So I will find out tomorrow if they will take care of the problem.
January 25th, 2010 at 6:30 pm
i have a 2008 bmw 335I and this is the second time that i have taken my car in for loss of power with the Engine Malfuction Symbol how many times does it have to be repaired for it becomes somewhat of an issue where i can talk to someone about ?
January 26th, 2010 at 4:21 pm
Check out our state lemon law summary page at http://www.lemonlaw.com/automobile-lemon-law.html. That will tell you how many times the vehicle needs to be addressed in your state.
January 27th, 2010 at 1:55 pm
After getting my 335i back from it recent trip to the shop, it still has the same problems. I have it documented three different times for the same problem and they are yet to fix the problem. I am tired of missing work to deal with this problem, I bought the car brand new and shouldn’t have to deal with this so soon. I think it might take me to be broken down on the highway before they do anything about it, even then they might tell me its the fuel level, or the gas, or the tires, or maybe even say nothing is wrong again. These problems are getting old.