Question 1

Is the Bmw 135I reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Bmw 135I has 102 total NHTSA complaints across 4 model years. The most reliable years are 2013 (16 complaints), 2010 (16 complaints). Years to avoid: 2012 (35 complaints), 2011 (35 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Bmw 135I should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2012, 2011 Bmw 135I. The 2012 model has the most complaints (35) with the top issue being ENGINE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Bmw 135I?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Bmw 135I are 2013 (16 complaints), 2010 (16 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2013	16	TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 135...	Above Average
2012	35	FROM THE TIME OF OWNERSHIP (MARCH 16, 2012) TO NOW...	Below Average
2011	35	ENGINE ACCELERATION LAG. THE CAR HESITATES WHEN TH...	Below Average
2010	16	TL* THE CONTACT HAS A 2010 BMW 135. THE CONTACT ST...	Above Average

Bmw 135I — All Years

Bmw 135I — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid