2012 BMW 535i
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 BMW 535i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.
2012 BMW 535i at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 BMW 535i recalls 1
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i …
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2012 BMW 535i common problems
Owners have filed 64 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2012 BMW 535i safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 BMW 535 I 4 DR RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2012 BMW 535i MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2012 BMW 535i worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 BMW 535i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2012 BMW 535i trims & engines on record
2012 BMW 535i vehicles on record
Other BMW 535i model years
2012 BMW 535i — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 BMW 535i have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2012 BMW 535i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW 535i?
Owners have filed 64 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, fuel system.
What is the 2012 BMW 535i safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 BMW 535i an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 5★).
What gas mileage does the 2012 BMW 535i get?
The 2012 BMW 535i has a U.S. EPA estimate of 23 mpg combined (20 city / 30 highway).
How much is a 2012 BMW 535i worth?
Comparable 2012 BMW 535i listings run roughly $10,970–$18,897, typically around $15,470 (from 7 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.