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The 2012 BMW 335i Coupe is a sleek, two-door passenger car engineered with a 3.0L inline-6 engine delivering 300 hp. Manufactured in Regensburg, Germany, this model features advanced safety systems, including front and side airbags, and pretensioners. It's part of the iconic 3-Series and runs on gasoline, making it a powerful yet stylish choice.

Decoded VIN:

Make

BMW

Manufacturer Name

BMW AG

Model

335i

Model Year

2012

Plant City

REGENSBURG

Series

3-Series

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

2979.1682352

Displacement (CI)

181.8

Displacement (L)

3.0

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Brake (hp) From

300

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Head Inflatable Restraint for Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Outboard Driver-side and Rear Outboard Passenger-side. Pretensioners for Driver and Front Passenger.

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

The 2012 BMW 335i, with its turbocharged N55 engine, is known to develop oil leaks from the valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket, and oil pan gasket due to wear and tear over time.

High-pressure fuel pump (hpfp) failure

The high-pressure fuel pump in this model can fail, leading to engine stalling or a no-start condition, and often triggers a check engine light.

Turbocharger wastegate rattle

The turbocharger in the 335i can develop a rattle due to wear in the wastegate mechanism, causing a noticeable noise and potential boost pressure loss.

Electric water pump failure

The electric water pump in the 2012 BMW 335i can fail, leading to overheating issues. This failure often occurs around 60,000 to 80,000 miles.

Carbon buildup

Direct injection engines like the one in the 335i are prone to carbon buildup on the intake valves, which can cause rough idling, misfires, and reduced performance.

Vanos solenoid issues

The variable valve timing system (Vanos) solenoids can fail or get clogged, leading to rough idling, poor acceleration, and a check engine light.

Ignition coil and spark plug failure

The ignition coils and spark plugs in the 335i often need to be replaced more frequently than in non-turbocharged engines, leading to misfires and rough running if not maintained.

Coolant leaks

Coolant leaks from the radiator, expansion tank, or hoses are common, which can lead to overheating if not addressed promptly.

Battery drain

Electrical issues can cause the battery to drain quickly, resulting in a no-start condition or intermittent electrical malfunctions.

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