does the 335i fuel pump recall work?

[dbronk11]

Looking at a 2007 335i that replaced the fuel pump after failure then was checked at a recall and deemed good. Is the problem fixed or should i still worry about it?

[BlueElectron]

Looking at a 2007 335i that replaced the fuel pump after failure then was checked at a recall and deemed good. Is the problem fixed or should i still worry about it?

Unfortunately there are reports coming in that HPFP are failing on the new N55 engine in the 2010+ 335i.

6 years and counting BMW, disappointed!

[mryakan]

Statistically speaking, you are more likely to be ok than not.

[txvette]

LOL Had my 2010 335 a year just barely put on 1,000 miles. But when went for
a check, they said had to replace it. So ended up in a loaner.

Thing is when got the car back, headed off and about 3 miles from home lost
power, and notice came on the message center. So drove 30 miles back to the
dealer. Left the car again. They claimed a turbo hose was off and one kinked.
????

I haven't driven the car any long distance, so can't say if fixed or but it did
make it back home again with no problem.

[love2xlr8]

Statistically speaking, you are more likely to be ok than not.

I agree with this comment even though I am on my fourth pump in less than four years. Despite all the negative hype from the media and a few malcontents, it gives me peace of mind that BMW is backing us up for ten years or +100K miles. Each time I had to have it replaced, the SA's were very accomodating and willing to make things right. I know this may not be the case with everyone out there but my experience with the HPFP issue has not dissuaded me one iota from the brand in general or my car in particular.

[Ramblinman]

I have a 2008 335. I never went into limp home mode. I just had a few instances of cold start long cranks. The pump was replaced around the first of the year and I haven't had any problems with it at all since then. The dealer also did an check of the injectors and replace 4 of them. The fuel pump is noticeably louder when I unlock the doors. So it's obvious that they not only replaced the pump, but updated the software to pressurize the system to a higher level before a cold start. Before the pump change and reprogramming, I could hear a faint buzzing sound, but it's much louder now. It's nice to know there is a long term warranty, but if you get stuck in a remote area where you can't get easily to a dealer, it won't be much comfort knowing the pump will be replaced out of warranty. I'd rather have a car that I know will go 100k before a pump replacement is necessary.

[Critter7r]

I agree with this comment even though I am on my fourth pump in less than four years. Despite all the negative hype from the media and a few malcontents, it gives me peace of mind that BMW is backing us up for ten years or +100K miles. Each time I had to have it replaced, the SA's were very accomodating and willing to make things right. I know this may not be the case with everyone out there but my experience with the HPFP issue has not dissuaded me one iota from the brand in general or my car in particular.

The HPFP warranty is 10 years and 120,000 miles, FYI.

And OP: Yes, you'll be fine with a new pump (statistically speaking. ). It's been months since we've had a replacement pump go bad. For awhile there, we were having cars come back after just a week or two. Now we're fixing them and they're staying fixed.

[anpmech]

I had it done a few months ago and had no previous issues with the car. I am noticing longer cranks now all the time, but by longer I mean longer than what it was before the recall. Not a super long time but it is for sure noticeable. No limp modes or power loss noticed, just longer cranks......The car is still a beast but I am now thinking about it more than I did before the recall.

[BlueElectron]

I don't think this was ever confirmed, but apparently most cases of HPFP failure happens in North America, and this issue is definitely not as prevalent in Europe.

Some of the BMW enthusiasts are suggesting that this is due to the quality of oil we have here in the States/Canada (higher sulfur contains), or because of the added ethanol in the gas.

[LuvMyE92]

I agree with this comment even though I am on my fourth pump in less than four years. . . . has not dissuaded me one iota from the brand in general or my car in particular.

Seriously? The car has had to go in for service an average of once a year for the same thing and you still drink the blue and white cool-aid? Wow!

[GuitarDTO]

Seriously? The car has had to go in for service an average of once a year for the same thing and you still drink the blue and white cool-aid? Wow!

Not to speak for him, but I love everything about my 335 so much that I think if I were in his shoes I would feel the same way. Sure it's annoying to have to take your car in....but if its covered under warranty and you still love everything else about your car...it's probably worth it to some/most.

Anyways, 53k on my 08 335i. It had the original HPFP replaced under warranty at ~42k I believe (that was the first owner). I bought the car at 49k and so far no issues. We'll see.

[fun2drive]

39K miles early 2007 335 never missed a beat. BMW did the recall using the 466 pump ending numbers and reprograming a few months ago.
I am not concerned and yes pumps have failed world wide. Siemens was replaced with Bosch on the pump manufacture after BMW lost confidence in Siemens.
I don't know too many pump manufactures that are much better than Bosch.
Love the car it lives up to my expectations.

Not sure that this problem is completely solved but fewer and fewer reports anymore

[mattjw916]

Bosch pumps are FTW in my experience. Anyway, the HPFP recall included the latest (4th I think) revision of the pump. My '08 335 didn't have any problems before or after the recall so failure is not a certainty by any means.

Don't waste time "worrying" about cars breaking. They all do at some point after all.

[P1100]

I think it must be something to do with fuel, never had any problems with mine, 50 k on it now. I had mine replaced about 3 k ago under the recall. Seems to run the same as before or maybe more powerful but it could be because they cleaned the injection system as part of the recall.
I only use “approved” gas stations and always burn premium.
I heard all manufactures are up in arms because there is a plan to up ethanol content even more, which manufacture’s say will damage the engine.

[PwrdbyM]

If you can help it, put 100% gas in there. No ethanol!