2008 335Xi difficulty firing up

underDAWG · 09-04-2008, 12:29 PM

Less than 2000 miles, recently I had 2 occasions that the engine having a hard time to start. When I push the button, it took more than 30 sec or more to fire up the engine. At one time the check engine was lit. It went away after I turned off the engine and restart the car again.

Not sure I should bring it in to the dealer or not. I just don’t have the time to take her in. Any suggestions?

superlubricity · 09-04-2008, 12:36 PM

Take it in, get a new fuel pump.

halB · 09-04-2008, 03:39 PM

Looks like you've got the invitation to the HPFP Club!!!

Sorry, should be HPFPF Club. The last F stands for Failure.

bsamoul · 09-04-2008, 03:53 PM

lol

underDAWG · 09-04-2008, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by halB

Looks like you've got the invitation to the HPFP Club!!!

No way..... It can't be. OK, let me call Autozone to see if I can get a replacement pump just in case it fails while I am on I95

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bsamoul · 09-04-2008, 04:44 PM

Why don't you just go get your replacement? I wouldn't keep a spare with you, because it's a b and a half to drop the tank on those cars. Let it be covered under warranty.

Year's_End · 09-04-2008, 04:52 PM

You've got an HPFP problem man. I just got mine replaced yesterday. Go get yours done as soon as possible.

GarySL · 09-04-2008, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsamoul

Why don't you just go get your replacement? I wouldn't keep a spare with you, because it's a b and a half to drop the tank on those cars. Let it be covered under warranty.

I agree, get it replaced under warranty although it's my understanding the HPFP is located in front near the injectors not in the fuel tank (see details below). No doubt still a chore to switch out.

Report Date : May 7, 2008 at 03:40 AM
NHTSA Action Number : PE08032

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NHTSA Action Number : PE08032 NHTSA Recall Campaign Number : N/A
Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
BMW / 335I 2007

Manufacturer : BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Component :
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEELIVERY
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Date Investigation Opened : April 28, 2008
Date Investigation Closed : Open
Summary:
THE 2007 BMW 335I VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A HIGH PRECISION FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM DESIGNED TO ALLOW PRECISE METERING OF THE FUEL MIXTURE AND HIGHER ENGINE COMPRESSION TO INCREASE ENGINE AND FUEL EFFICIENCY. THE SYSTEM INCLUDES A STANDARD IN-TANK FUEL PUMP TO DELIVER FUEL TO THE ENGINE AND A HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP DRIVEN BY THE OIL PUMP CHAIN DRIVE ASSEMBLY, WHICH CAN ACHIEVE A MAXIMUM PROGRAMMED FUEL PRESSURE OF 200 BAR. ODI HAS RECEIVED THREE OWNER COMPLAINTS OF STALLING INCIDENTS IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES DUE TO FAILURE OF THE HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. ADDITIONALLY, ODI HAS RECEIVED EIGHT COMPLAINTS ALLEGING INCIDENTS OF VEHICLES UNEXPECTEDLY GOING INTO A LIMP MODE BECAUSE OF HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURES. A PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION HAS BEEN OPENED TO ASSESS THE SCOPE, FREQUENCY AND SAFETY CONSEQUENCES OF THE ALLEGED DEFECT.

underDAWG · 09-04-2008, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsamoul

Why don't you just go get your replacement? I wouldn't keep a spare with you, because it's a b and a half to drop the tank on those cars. Let it be covered under warranty.

Hahah.... I'm just pulling your leg.

I will make appointment to get this done. I hope they will clean and wax my car at the same time. Since I picked her up in Munich in April, i haven't given her a bath. She needs a wax job bad.

bimmerstein · 09-07-2008, 12:57 PM

Loved my 2006 325i but it was totalled - entirely not my fault. Now fallen in love with a 2008 335i titanium silver and given a very good deal. I'm now concerned after reading about the HPFP issue. Does anyone know if this problem was fixed for the late 2008 production or new 2009? Any fellow Canadian late 2008 owners please respond with your experience. The offer expires EOD September 8. Thanks in advance.

PS. Does anyone have information if BMW already has a handle on the problem?

undecided · 09-07-2008, 05:49 PM

People, REPORT your HPFP failures, please.

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underDAWG Second Lieutenant 30 Rep 278 Posts Drives: E30 on Stands Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: First State iTrader: (0)	2008 335Xi difficulty firing up Less than 2000 miles, recently I had 2 occasions that the engine having a hard time to start. When I push the button, it took more than 30 sec or more to fire up the engine. At one time the check engine was lit. It went away after I turned off the engine and restart the car again. Not sure I should bring it in to the dealer or not. I just don’t have the time to take her in. Any suggestions?
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halB Colonel 53 Rep 2,384 Posts Drives: W211 E350 4M MkV GTI 987.2 S Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Just north of Toronto iTrader: (0)	Looks like you've got the invitation to the HPFP Club!!! Sorry, should be HPFPF Club. The last F stands for Failure. __________________ 07 E93 335i - Returned at lease end 09 W211 E350 4Matic Avant Garde - Blk/Blk, AMG pkg w/18". Sport Susp. F1 Asym. Debadged. 09 MkV GTI w/Leather & 18" Huffs. F1 Asym 10 987.2 S w/Leather sport seat, Sport Chrono, 19" Carrera S II wheels
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bsamoul Major General 167 Rep 7,433 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Walnut Creek, California iTrader: (2)	Why don't you just go get your replacement? I wouldn't keep a spare with you, because it's a b and a half to drop the tank on those cars. Let it be covered under warranty. __________________ -Brian 2X 2006 BMW 325i [Electric Red & Mystic Blue] \| ZPP \| V1 \| Rear Fogs \| M3 Lip Spoiler \| EAS RemoteKey \| BMS Powerbox \| Projector90 Headlights w/ LED AE \| LED plate lights \| OEM Blacklines http://www.tech-shine.com
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Year's_End Lieutenant General 1151 Rep 12,445 Posts Drives: 2020 Shelby GT350 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	You've got an HPFP problem man. I just got mine replaced yesterday. Go get yours done as soon as possible. __________________ Past: '08 E92 335i\|ZPP\|ZSP\|6AT Past: '15 Mustang GT\|401A\|PP\|6MT Current: '20 Shelby GT350\|6MT
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bimmerstein Member 0 Rep 19 Posts Drives: 2017 F48 X1 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	2008 335i late production model Loved my 2006 325i but it was totalled - entirely not my fault. Now fallen in love with a 2008 335i titanium silver and given a very good deal. I'm now concerned after reading about the HPFP issue. Does anyone know if this problem was fixed for the late 2008 production or new 2009? Any fellow Canadian late 2008 owners please respond with your experience. The offer expires EOD September 8. Thanks in advance. PS. Does anyone have information if BMW already has a handle on the problem?
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undecided Captain 84 Rep 985 Posts Drives: 08 M5 Sapphire Black Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: CT iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 335xi SOLD!!!! ... [0.00] 2008 M5 [0.00]	3 and 8? WTF? There are hundreds of reports in these forums alone. People, REPORT your HPFP failures, please.
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