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2006 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (7%)

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2006 BMW 3-Series repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (19%)

$100 - $499 (28%)

< $100 (33%)

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Apr 2013
Dec 2012 107260 mi C $250	Repaired diff leak.

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 55000 mi US $100	tensioner pulley

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 34000 mi	Car would stall after starting - repaired oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2011
Dec 2010 95000 mi US $200	molding above windshield completely flaked off

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2012 - Oct 2012
Jul 2012 85000 mi US $2600	replaced front struts replaced oil filter housing due to leak
Aug 2012 85700 mi	replaced water pump
Oct 2012 90000 mi US $80	replace front windshield rubber trim

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2012 - Jul 2018
Mar 2013 50840 mi C $150	Engine check light...dealer test indicated faulty thermostat, but intermittent (not faulty at time of test), so re-set but not replaced (for now) :-)
Sep 2014 64480 mi C $250	Starter failed
May 2015 74400 mi C $838	One Xenon headlight intermittent. Dealer replaced both bulbs at $400 each OUCH!!! Engine Check light on. Failed Thermostat was replaced. Ticking sound at idle. Replaced belt tensioner.
Dec 2015 79980 mi C $1300	Oil filter housing gasket on top of engine failed. Oil shorted out electric cooling pump, car stopped at side of highway, had to be towed to dealer.
Apr 2017 94240 mi C $2200	Leaking oil pan gasket. Due to the AWD system, accessing the oil pan gasket was labour intensive. Most expensive oil leak(s) I have ever had to fix. Also a transmission oil leak at the wiring harness where it enters the transmission.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2015 - Sep 2018
Sep 2016 147000 mi	Trying to address a rough shift into / out of gears. Raised the car level, and adjusted the ATF level. Reset the adaptive shift memory on the computer. Repair does not seem to have fixed the issue.
Nov 2016 148700 mi US $168	Ignition coil began throwing misfire codes - replaced all coils.
Apr 2017 155000 mi US $68	Coolant system. Coolant sensor on lower radiator hose started leaking. Replaced both the hose and sensor.
May 2017 155000 mi US $90	Replaced upper radiator hose, and coolant recovery tank hose
Nov 2017 160000 mi US $335	Starter failed. Replacing it means taking out the intake manifold, and replacing all the plastic hoses that some German jerk-off thought was a part that shouldn't last more than 10 years before the idiot that bought a BMW should come back and pay the dealership more money for their car. ...plastic hoses on an engine = stupid, or more appropriately: planned obsolescence. A $140 starter balloons to $350. Not a fun project, and at the long list of VW/Audi/BMW repair projects, the end of my interest in German cars.
Apr 2018 169260 mi US $385	Blown bushings. Rear front control arms needed to be replaced. Both were done.
May 2018 170000 mi US $240	Replaced both front wheel bearings ($85), and all rotors ($153)
Jul 2018 170000 mi US $40	Replaced ABS sensor. Had to install 2 separate sensors - Reluctor wound up being bad. Repair needed after rebuild CV boot, and the reluctor may have been damaged. Replaced outer CV boot.
Aug 2018 170000 mi US $210	Last years replacement of the starter left the wiring to the crankshaft sensor stressed, it broke. Had to replace the engine wiring harness (used), and the CPS. Job involves removing the intake manifold and the garbage vacuum hoses that cannot be reached behind the engine. This 3rd go 'round for the top of the engine knocks BMW off my fleet forever. Designed to fail in 10 years, and to cause $1000's of dollars in dealership repairs. No more.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2022
Apr 2011 43000 mi US $50	Sunroof stuck closed
Jan 2013 74500 mi US $30	Windshield reservoir motor faulty
Sep 2013 56000 mi US $450	Transfer case leak, output shaft seal broken.
Oct 2018 98300 mi US $300	Water pump and thermostat replacement
May 2019 102000 mi US $85	Front tension strut torn through
Nov 2021 125000 mi US $200	starter failed and replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Jul 2017
Jan 2016 77500 mi C $1300	water pump died. replaced with thermostat
Jul 2017 86800 mi C $500	Ground cable faulted.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
Aug 2012 91000 mi US $1694	Water Pump and Thermostat

BMW 3-Series in Netherlands Sep 2012 - Apr 2013
Jan 2013 €500	defective ignition coil of cylinder no. 5 Noticed engine ran very rough upon starting. Ran fine the day before. headlamp washer nozzle leaked exhaust pipe clamp broken
Apr 2013 85560 mi €550	When the car wasn't used for 2 days it took a while to start. When used daily, no problems at all. After 3 days of inactivity, it refused to start. Turned out to be a malfunctioning fuel pump.

BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Oct 2015 - Jun 2017
Jan 2016 US $600	rear wheel bearing replaced
Mar 2017 127000 mi US $2400	radiator, water pump replacement trans pan leaking

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Nov 2015 - Jul 2018
Dec 2015 112000 mi US $1200	Water pump and thermostat replaced by mechanic
Feb 2016 114300 mi US $60	Rough start, car would die unless RPM was above 2000. Replaced all sparkplugs and coils which fixed the problem. Replaced left halogen (3rd party housing) headlight, and replaced right to match.
Dec 2016 125000 mi US $900	Upper radiator hose broken and radiator cracked. Both components replaced, and refilled with coolant/distilled water.
Jul 2017 129000 mi US $1500	Replaced springs, shocks, struts, and all wear items (bumpstops etc)
Jun 2018 135000 mi US $800	Starter died with no warning June 5 and was replaced in late June

BMW 3-Series in Finland - Jan 2008
Apr 2007 8680 mi	manifold change, warranty
Jan 2008 11160 mi	door handles changed, warranty

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BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Jun 2015 - Apr 2017
Dec 2015 63240 mi C $50	Engine has rough idle. Check engine light on. Scan shows ignition coil #5 is the problem. Bought verified used unit and installed myself. Repair successful.
Mar 2016 63240 mi C $450	Drivetrain noise from the rear. Both wheel bearings need to be replaced.
Jun 2016 65720 mi C $500	Replaced both rear shocks with OEM Bilstein Front driveshaft coupling was replaced 4 wheel allignment.

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BMW 3-Series in Netherlands Jul 2017 - Jul 2022
Jun 2018 165540 mi €1800	DPF needed to be replaced; was able to have cleaned instead Brakes needed to be replaced- pads and lines

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Oct 2006 - Jan 2010
Mar 2007 4030 mi	Small piece of plastic flew off the windshield wiper on the highway. Replaced under warranty. Creaking from steering column. Minor adjustments made under warranty.
Feb 2008 11160 mi	Persistent creaking noise from steering rack (vehicle equipped with Active Steering).
Mar 2009 16120 mi	Intermittent check engine warning light; rough idling and car stalled once.
Jul 2009 27900 mi	Driver's door lock mechanism stopped functioning, except when manually unlocking / locking with key blade (remote and proximity sensor functionality not working).
Jan 2010	Persistent noise from hvac system eventually diagnosed as leaking water pump.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2018
Feb 2010 53000 mi US $580	Valve cover was leaking oil in the front of the vehicle due to two broken aluminum valve cover bolts. Gasket and bolts replaced.
Aug 2011 84000 mi US $1100	A/C Compressor pulley broke while driving. Vehicle was towed to independent shop.
Dec 2012 109000 mi US $107	A "Service Engine" light illuminated. It was taken to an independent shop who diagnosed it as a Camshaft Position Sensor that needed to be replaced. They reset the light. However the light never illuminated again, car fine, no part replaced.
Aug 2013 122000 mi US $1400	Bent control arm. Two more control arms with leaking bushings found. All four were replaced. Right front tie-rod replaced due to being frozen and not adjustable. Needed an alignment so this had to be replaced also.
May 2014 134000 mi US $55	Right side corona light went out. Replaced light bulb myself.
Sep 2014 140000 mi	Possible refrigerant leak. System recharged.
Sep 2016 168000 mi US $60	Oil filter housing gasket leaking. Replaced myself.
Sep 2017 185000 mi US $1500	Water pump and thermostat replaced.
Mar 2018 187000 mi	Service Engine Soon light illuminated. Scan run. Camshaft position sensors removed, cleaned, re-installed. SES cleared and has not returned.

BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States Jan 2009 - Jan 2011
Feb 2009 48000 mi	Replace Ignition switch.
Dec 2009 60000 mi	Replaced valve cover gasket. Replaced left front strut assembly.
Dec 2010 65000 mi US $153	Thumping noise in front end when hitting bump in road. Dealer replaced control arm bushings and left side strut upper bearing.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2010 - Aug 2014
Oct 2010 94700 mi US $35	Halo light needed replacing.
Apr 2012 130000 mi	Fog light bulb replacement. Took about 15 minutes.
Jan 2013 108300 mi US $170	Bad engine coil.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Nov 2007 - Apr 2011

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2009 - Feb 2010
Feb 2010	Check Engine Light. They told me there was a problem with the engine that needed to be fixed. Would have cost me about 900. I don't recall what the problem was. I decided to sell it instead of fix.

BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011 105000 mi US $600	Replaced burned out stereo amplifier. Would have done it at the dealer but they wanted $2k to replace it with a new one. Put in a used one instead. Replaced burned out stereo amplifier. Would have done it at the dealer but they wanted $2k to replace it with a new one. Put in a used one instead.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States - Jan 2009
Jan 2009 18000 mi	replace battery cable

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009 38000 mi	Passenger seat airbag sensor was not working.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jun 2010 - Jul 2013
Jul 2010 73140 mi C $700	control arm bushings on both sides headlight bulb

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Jun 2011 - Jul 2011
Jan 2011 54000 mi US $1400	Transmission fluid leak. Pan replaced. Displays on the instrument cluster failed. Instrument cluster replaced.
Jul 2011 58000 mi US $390	Rear left wheel bearing is bad. Noticeable humming noise while driving. Repaired twice because the 1st new bearing ordered from BMW is defective.

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Jul 2008 - Nov 2009
Apr 2009 30000 mi	Driver door handle periodically sticking. Lubricated - problem has not returned.
Jul 2009 32000 mi	Door locks on all 4 doors were not operating correctly, 3 of 4 doors were locked shut and could not be opened.
Sep 2009 34000 mi	Replaced peeling portion of interior driver door handle.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2011 - Oct 2015
Apr 2013 115500 mi US $75	Seat belt and airbag light came on with battery replacement...
May 2013 120700 mi US $1000	Water pump failure...
May 2014 148000 mi US $1495	leaking Transmission oil pan. Transmission Flushed, oil pan and filter replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States May 2009 - Dec 2012
Jun 2009 38000 mi	Dashboard instrument cluster squeaked over harsh pavement. Put pieces of business cards in between instrument cluster and dash - problem solved (per BIMMERFEST FORUM)
Jan 2010 84800 mi	When car has been sitting in sub 40 degree temps, rattle comes from left defroster vent. There were a few other rattles from the blower motor, but they were more faint. Dealer replaced blower motor fixing this but could not repliate original rattle
Mar 2010 49000 mi	Drivers seat leatherette was separating not on a seam, indicating a manufacturing defect. Gear shift knob peeling. Also, vinyl center console peeling by drivers seat. Dealer replaced center console, gear shift knob, and seat cover under warranty.
Aug 2011 69000 mi	Front door locks and fuel filler door doorlock actuators failed. Replaced under CPO warranty. Fuel pump was failing. Engine stumbled a couple of times. CHECK ENGINE light came on. Dealer replaced fuel pump under CPO warranty.
Mar 2012 79000 mi	Leaking valve cover gasket.
Jun 2012 83000 mi US $672	Bad ignition coil.
Dec 2012 92000 mi	Bad water pump. Engine overheated. Bad dash center speaker. Squeaky front suspension. Suspect sway bar bushings require replacement.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 41540 mi C $300	Rough idling- Single cylinder coil (igniter?) needed replacement. Runs like a charm now.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jul 2012
Oct 2011 98000 mi US $500	driver's side rear window would not roll up
Apr 2012 100300 mi US $400	Water pump failed

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Jul 2012 - Apr 2013
Dec 2012 83000 mi US $350	replaced failed ignition coil on cylinder 3
Jan 2013 US $1300	Failed Window Wiper Motor and Junction Box Electrical Module

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2012 - Sep 2013
Mar 2013 23000 mi US $500	Replace and Program new battery

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2013
Dec 2009 66000 mi US $190	Driver mirror turns on its own when opening vehicle, car feels like a tractor, it had a bad ignition coil #5, after replacing it, car ran smooth and mirror went back to normal
Feb 2010 67700 mi US $277	The fan quit working, not hot air, no AC. The Blower speed control resistor went bad.
Jan 2011 89000 mi US $965	I was leaking fluids on the driveway. The transmission pan was leaking, plastic warped. The Brake light was on and brakes are OK was told the ABS Control Unit was defective. Light warning went away running light, angel eye was burnt Intake gasket was replaced.
Oct 2011 110000 mi US $531	valve cover gasket and bolts set that snapped off
Nov 2011 111000 mi US $695	had oil leaks from transmission and from filter gasket. Also the halo light went out on the other side now.
Dec 2011 113000 mi US $694	replaced belt tensioner replaced transmission oil pan replaced filter housing gasket replaced front running light
Jan 2012 115000 mi US $780	Transmission seal leak
Apr 2012 117800 mi US $232	front door actuator failed

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States May 2006 - Mar 2012
Mar 2011 62000 mi US $150	Convenience Locking sporadically not working. Reset keys. Some minor routine maintenance was performed during the shop visit.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Jan 2013 - Jul 2013
Mar 2013 65000 mi US $1000	Oil filter gasket leak

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2015
Jan 2014 US $1500	Brakes and oil pan leak

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2009 - Feb 2021
Jul 2010 40000 mi	Door hinges work squeaky. Surprisingly they replaced the hinges. Maybe it is a warranty thing or a BMW thing.
Oct 2011 48300 mi	Control arm bushings leaking, replaced. Oil leak. Valve gasket replaced. problem not solved. remote failed. Previous leak re-diagnosed as Transmission leak and fixed. Free under CPO warranty but had to mildly fight to get them to waive the deductible as a redo.
Sep 2015 72000 mi US $420	Alternator tension bolt.
May 2016 77000 mi US $550	Left rear window regulator.
Jul 2016 78000 mi US $1600	HVAC Blower replacement Water pump and thermostat.
Jun 2017 87000 mi	Rear window regulator. Common problem per mechanic.
Jun 2018 92 mi	Left rear power locked failed. Not repaired.
Jan 2020 99000 mi	Display for radio failed

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States - Nov 2009
Nov 2009 527000 mi US $53	Water Pump Failure. Covered under CPO Warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Feb 2010 - Jul 2012
Jun 2010 59000 mi US $50	Valve cover gasket, oil sensor, head bolts all replaced
Dec 2010 68000 mi US $50	Transmission issue, mechatronic sleeve, seal and fluid replaced. Came from factory with slight leak in seal that was replaced. Squeaky blower. Replaced. Brake sensor issue, software update remedied situation.
Mar 2011 74000 mi US $50	Steptronic mode on transmission would not engage into "DS" setting or "manual" setting. Sensor replaced, functionality restored.
Nov 2011 88000 mi US $50	Engine ticking. Replaced rockers and lifters

BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Mar 2010 - May 2015
Jun 2010 44020 mi C $570	Replace the radio due to dead pixels.
Oct 2012 63240 mi C $375	Replace and register battery

BMW 3-Series in California, United States - Dec 2007
Nov 2007 12000 mi	Rattle from dash area behind instrument panel. At dealer for two days, rattle better but still present. Rattle disappeared two weeks later, but new one behind speaker in center of dash appeared.
Dec 2007 13000 mi	Car would not start. No power at all.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2006 - Jan 2013
Oct 2009 28000 mi	needed a new starter motor
Apr 2010 62000 mi	The Driver side exterior mirror had to be replaced, as it was jammed. This was replaced for free due to an extended warranty.
Jan 2013 110000 mi US $300	Trunk latch doesn't shut. Dealer can't fix

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2014
Feb 2012 48500 mi US $1300	DMTL pump faulty. replaced and reset error codes. leaking mechatronic sealing sleeve in transmission. replaced
Sep 2012 54000 mi US $220	Car would not start due to low battery. Replaced battery with oem part from dealer. Battery lasted 6 years which today is normal.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2015
Sep 2013 70000 mi US $50	Ignition coil pack failure causing misfire. Replaced coil misfire gone

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2012 - Jun 2022
Oct 2012 71500 mi US $500	rear passenger side window regulator
Nov 2012 72700 mi US $115	replaced with oem, did not reset
Sep 2013 80000 mi US $858	could smell burning fluid from cabin. oil leaking from valve cover to exhaust manifold.
Sep 2014 91000 mi US $1200	High temp indicator on highway. In retrospect, heard fan staying on at high speeds on startup and after turning engine off. Needed coolant pump, preventive replacementof thermostat
Aug 2015 99100 mi US $400	finally replaced amplifier after two years with no audio. bought used oem on ebay
Dec 2015 102000 mi	diagnosed oil leak but uncertain if oil filter housing or oil pan. replaced oil filter housing gasket. coolant leak. hose clamp found not to be attached correctly after previous repair
Jun 2018 130086 mi US $800	guibo car was taking long to start [starter]
Apr 2021 146725 mi US $1292	valve cover gasket
Feb 2022 149753 mi US $1737	a/c compressor

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2008 - Apr 2010
Sep 2009 14000 mi	lifter ticking

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2007 - Sep 2007
Aug 2007 19000 mi	Right passenger side strut was squeaking. Right front strut was replaced. Replaced passenger side front strut. My vehicle has the sport suspension. Repair was covered under warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2012
Apr 2010 63000 mi US $2500	ABS sensor required replacement front end bushings required replacement Replaced ABS sensor. Replaced front end bushings. ABS Sensor, tires worn due to suspension, suspension bushings

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Jun 2007 - Aug 2017
Aug 2007 27000 mi	I started getting "Sliding Roof Anti-trap function" message in the console. Sun roof was not opening. Not sure what they did, but the problem stands fixed.
May 2009 59000 mi	My '06 330i is under extended warranty. Along with scheduled maintenance, I told them to fix the power seat that was not adjusting automatically for myself and my wife. Later I found that while the seat now adjusts, the mirrors still don't.
Aug 2009 61000 mi	Service soon indicator came on. When we took it to the shop, they said it is due to bad gasoline and asked us to go to Shell or Texaco and avoid the rest.
Jan 2010 101300 mi US $3000	Due to faulty ignition coil one of the cylinders was not functioning
Dec 2011 87000 mi US $550	Not entirely sure. Service soon light was on when I took it for service
Apr 2012 90500 mi US $700	Ignition problem, not all spark plugs firing. Replaced some ignition circuit.
Dec 2013 105000 mi US $1300	- control arm bushing - front brakes - oil gasket - other routine maintenance
Mar 2015 109000 mi US $175	Programming issue. They recalibrate some sensors (perhaps the steer position sensor)
Jul 2015 110300 mi US $380	One of the ignition coils was malfunctioning, causing engine to vibrate.
Jan 2016 114000 mi US $1200	It needed a starter motor replacement
Jan 2017 114000 mi US $180	Replacing a light bulb shouldn't be a complicated process involving 1 hour labor from a skilled professional. It is starting to feel like these German cars require you to bear with too much pain for slightly more driving pleasure.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2013 - Oct 2017
Nov 2013 116600 mi US $1500	There is an oil leak. They cleaned it up and hoped it wouldn't continue to leak but it does. I'm going to have to take it back in to have it properly diagnosed.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2007 - Mar 2016
Dec 2007 20000 mi	Horn does not sound when pressing left side of horn pad (on steering wheel)
Jan 2008 24000 mi	Replace horn/air-bag module.
Oct 2013 92300 mi US $200	Severe engine miss, occurred after tune-up. On the way to the mechanic, engine ran smoothly. I had added a can of Sea Foam prior to the trip. Probably bad gas. Running fine now. Cylinder #5,coil replaced.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jan 2015 - Jul 2017
Jun 2016 76000 mi US $900	wanter pump failed
Jul 2016 77000 mi US $225	Window regulator failed with window down.
Sep 2016 80000 mi US $200	Starter failed. Rear passenger window regulator failed.
Jul 2017 92000 mi US $900	Replace radiator and hoses.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2009 - May 2018
Mar 2009 49000 mi	Blown speaker.
May 2010 62000 mi US $430	Wiring seal leaking, seal replaced along with fluid and pan.
Apr 2011 73000 mi US $823	replaced leaking oil seal and housing
Sep 2011 75000 mi US $277	Broken door actuator - could not unlock driver side door from outside vehicle.
Mar 2013 87000 mi US $600	replacement of original battery
Dec 2013 92000 mi US $1210	water pump failed. Water pump and hoses replaced.
Mar 2014 94000 mi US $400	belt tensioner replacement oil pan gasket leak - deferred due to $1200 cost Solenoid faults - replacement recommended but deferred due to $800 cost
Mar 2016 109000 mi US $350	HVAC fan motor replacement
Sep 2016 113000 mi US $1400	Starter replacement oil seperator replacement due to leak
Feb 2017 116000 mi	Defective starter replaced under warranty (second time in 6 months)

BMW 3-Series in Nebraska, United States Jul 2011 - Jun 2017
May 2012 77100 mi US $300	Motor for auto window back/passenger quit working.
Sep 2013 105000 mi US $1200	Electric water pump failed. Replaced it and rnThermostat.
May 2016 154000 mi US $2400	Axle replaced
Feb 2017 168000 mi US $300	Driver side electric window failed

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2010 - Nov 2016
Feb 2011 37000 mi	Transmission fluid leaked due to infrequent driving. The vehicle has not been started for over 6 months and the transmission fluid stayed idle and generated pressure to the gasket. The gasket and transmission fluid were both replaced.
Apr 2012 49500 mi US $2645	Installed new shifter because auto-manual mode stopped working. Vehicle was drivable with "D" not "SD". Price includes power steering fluid, brake fluid, oil change, front tires and adjusted alignment.
Mar 2013 59000 mi US $820	Excessive current draw from the front passenger door lock. Found and replaced blown fuse.
Sep 2014 69000 mi US $700	Replace actuators, belts.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jun 2010 - May 2011
Jan 2011 73000 mi US $600	Passenger seat sensor failed. Dealer replaced under CPO.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2012
May 2011 85000 mi US $100	Had to replace 2 low beam headlights. Turned pink. Pain in the ass because you have to remove the tire.
Nov 2011 93000 mi US $925	Transmission leak. Had the pan and fluid replaced. seems like a common design defect

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Oct 2010 - Dec 2012
Feb 2011 54000 mi US $311	Regulator failed on driver's side rear window. Replaced.
Nov 2011 58000 mi US $1100	Washer system losing fluid. Leaking headlamp nozzles. Battery failed, car would not start, jumped and driven to dealer repair shop. Door lock actuators failed. Reset would not fix problem. Car left overnight for diagnosis. TSB recommended replacing actuators.
Sep 2012 76000 mi US $100	Rear wheel bearings were worn out and replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Jun 2011 - Mar 2014
Apr 2012 44920 mi	Engine ticking sound at startup but goes away when hot.
Sep 2012 50840 mi C $60	Engine ticking gone after filter and oil change with new Castrol Syntec 5W30 for BMW.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Oct 2009 - Oct 2010
Nov 2009 66000 mi	trans pan leak trans pan gasket still leaking; renewed 2nd time this time replaced gasket at cables/selector connection; seems to have fixed leaks.
Feb 2010 72700 mi	one front suspension strut replaced

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jul 2008 - Jul 2011
Aug 2008 32000 mi	Interior plastic trim items peeling in 3 locations.
Oct 2008 33000 mi	Lifters were making "ticking" sound until engine warmed up. Common E90 330 engine problem. Murray BMW "solved" by running engine at 3,000 RPM's for 3 minutes. Odd repair, we'll see if it works. So far, so good. Sunroof rattle -- they could not duplicate but interestingly enough I hear it every day I drive the car. Next time ...
Mar 2010 41000 mi	Rattle in sunroof finally fixed -- entire headliner was removed, new sunroof rails installed. Problem solved, complaint number 3 to the dealership. Keep after em!
Sep 2010 44000 mi	A/C did not blow cold, only mildly cool air. A leak in the hose from the A/C condenser was found. System recharged. Also, moonroof bounce-back when closing problem also repaired by updating the car's computer system.
Dec 2010 45000 mi US $150	Car was leaking antifreeze over Christmas, took it to a mechanic (now 4 months out of original warranty) and the leak was due to a faulty sensor. Can't recall which one.
May 2011 46300 mi US $600	SOS telematics system failed, which also knocked out the Bluetooth system.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2007 - Nov 2013
Jan 2008 11000 mi	No high beam on left Bi-Xenon headlight. Reflash did not work. Dealer replaced headlight unit.
Jun 2012 49000 mi US $50	Independent mechanic noticed leaking at rear of transmission at mechatronic interface. Dealer replaced sleeve.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Jun 2007 - Sep 2016
Jul 2007 12000 mi	Car would not start sometimes with 'key' inserted. Radio would not turn off sometimes with 'key' removed. Problem fixed by replacing defective'key' insert module with new one. No issues since.
Aug 2009 24000 mi	Replaced starter. Replaced accessory belt tensioner (leaking)and belt. Replaced high pressure A/C hose (leaking). Replaced interior drivers door arm rest (coming apart).
Oct 2009 25000 mi	Rear brake wear sensors causing squealing noise. Replaced under service bulletin notice. Original brake pad sensors were not designed properly causing a squealing noise. New pads were installed with newly designed sensors.
Jun 2013 53000 mi US $1300	Steering wheel electronic lock failed. Failure of this lock would prevent car from starting. The cost included replacement of a portion of the steering wheel column. Expensive!!!
Oct 2014 66300 mi US $4500	Valve cover oil leak fix (broken valve cover bolts), replaced valve lift mechanism (failed). 6 new ignition coils (one failed), 6 new spark plugs, replaced drive belt idler (failing), oil change, new windshield wipers.
Oct 2015 76000 mi US $1200	Steering angle sensor was failing. This is part of the computer system in the car and part of the driving safety...as I understand. If it fails completely, the car will not start. Very expensive fix.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2007 - Feb 2007
Feb 2007 4000 mi	vibration in the steering wheel at speeds above 45. This vehicle has been lemon lawed. Bought back by BMW for $44,000.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Nov 2016 - Sep 2017
Dec 2016 76260 mi C $3000	Valvetronic valve position sensor and valvtronic motor, vanos system + battery.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Feb 2008 17985 mi	Interior driver side door handle replaced. Valve tap. Attempt to repair made, however symptom persists. Attempt to reschedule has not been made. Replacement of interior driver side door handle due to excessive wear and tear.
Jun 2008 22000 mi	Rattle where Transmission Tunnel trim meets trim piece from center console.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 14000 mi	Lift tap, TSB drained crankcase 5 times to repair.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2009 - Mar 2014
Jan 2010 49000 mi	Replaced solenoids that control cam timing, which tripped a check engine light. Also replaced one speaker as it crackled at times.
Feb 2012 67000 mi US $300	Replace blower motor
Jan 2013 US $250	Replace battery
Mar 2014 85000 mi US $1100	Replace angel eyes on both headlights

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2011 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 116000 mi US $50	Door lock actuators on both front doors malfunctioned. Angel eyes halo light failed

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2007 - Dec 2017
Feb 2009 31000 mi	Thermostat stuck open, resulted in Service Engine Soon light. Shop replaced thermostat under warranty. Faulty O-ring (gasket) for oil filter caused slight leak of oil around top of oil filter. Dealer replaced O-ring at no cost.
Jun 2017 141000 mi US $600	valve cover gasket replaced

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States May 2009 - Jan 2011
Jun 2009 44000 mi	I had them replace the rubber lining on the drivers side door because it was worn.
Nov 2009 50000 mi	Trunk actuator.
Mar 2010 53000 mi	Driver's side A pillar column cover became partially detached.
Jul 2010 60000 mi US $50	Driver's side back door window motor went out, couldn't lift the window.

BMW 3-Series in Louisiana, United States Dec 2016 - Jan 2018
Jan 2018 130000 mi US $15	Oil filter housing gasket replacement

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2011
May 2009 27000 mi	emblem roundel of steering wheel damaged
Mar 2010 34000 mi	low on oil, oil sensor broken, loaded new software to fix

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2011
Jun 2009 25000 mi	Air-fuel sensor replaced. Fuel tank filter replaced.
Jun 2011 39000 mi	Electrical system. Incorrect indication of fuel level

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2019 - Dec 2019
Aug 2019 180000 mi US $350	Got a brake warning light on the dash. Replaced the front rotors and pads and the back pads.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2014 - Sep 2018
Jan 2015 66000 mi US $142	The TCU Module Quit. Cost to replace $1064.23. Replace Fog Lamp, dealer had quoted 168.62 Replace Windshield Washer Pump, dealer had quoted 318.59
Sep 2018 89650 mi US $200	High Beam Headlights

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada May 2009 - Mar 2010
Jun 2009 31620 mi	Left front headlight courtesy bulb out, waiting to contact dealer for replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2022
Aug 2010 48000 mi US $40	Replaced aluminum valve cover bolts which had snapped and caused a leak.
Sep 2010 50000 mi US $40	Replaced output shaft seal on transmission. Had slight leak.
Dec 2010 55000 mi US $95	Center channel dash speaker had slight rattle on certain music. Replaced speaker.
Mar 2017 87000 mi US $60	Windshield washer pump cracked and caused washer fluid to leak out. Replacement of washer pump was required.
Nov 2017 88000 mi US $100	Valve cover gasket
Sep 2018 89000 mi US $500	Replaced electric coolant pump
Feb 2019 90000 mi US $150	Oil pan gasket replaced for small leak.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Jan 2013 - Feb 2014
Feb 2013 49500 mi US $56	Rear passenger window regulator
Jul 2013 52000 mi US $420	Fuel pump housing plastic dry rotted and cracked. This cause a fuel leak.
Feb 2014 58000 mi US $966	Slipping clutch, replaced clutch assembly.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2017
May 2013 97300 mi US $200	Oil filter housing gasket was replaced.
Nov 2013 105800 mi US $300	Bushings for tension strut was leaking on left and right front. Replaced both tension struts.
Mar 2014 110000 mi US $99	Diagnosis of trunk latch not working. Dealer was unable to fix and stated the Junction Box Module may be the culprit. This seems unlikely as the lock is mechanically activating but just not unlocking. (Sound) Dealer charged $99 to inspect
Jul 2015 122300 mi US $200	xenon lights
May 2016 126000 mi US $80	Replaced broken cupholder
Mar 2017 129000 mi US $800	Clutch and flywheel replaced
Apr 2017 129000 mi	Driver side airbag module replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States - Mar 2007
Mar 2007 10000 mi	Steering Column Replaced

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2009 - Sep 2013
Feb 2010 29080 mi	Driver's side door lever LED light bulb burnt out. Installed the driver's side door lever LED light bulb.
Aug 2010 35340 mi C $270	2006 E90 3-series have an electronic steering lock (ELV) - this feature was removed in late 2006. I had a yellow ELV failure warning light appear twice, which prevented the car from starting. I had to remove and reinsert the key fob before the warning.
May 2012 47700 mi C $150	Backup lights failed
Aug 2013 60140 mi C $27	Wiper relay needed replacing.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Mar 2012 - Feb 2015
Jan 2014 95000 mi US $558	Replaced battey, car had to be programmed for new battery and had load test performed on old battery Issue with VANOS, TSB exists from BMW. Car has CEL but runs normally. worn front control arm bushings, require replacement control arms and 4 wheel alignment.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 26000 mi	Water pump seized up due to a faulty chip. Also had to replace RF tires after 25,000 miles. Were making a loud noise and ride was hard. Paid $1,300.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Aug 2011 - Dec 2011
Nov 2011 103000 mi US $1100	replaced electric water pump and thermostat. both failed - car would overheat on highway at high rpm.
Dec 2011 103000 mi US $1200	Starter Doors wouldn't open. Replaced some fuses and relay. Xenon headlamps

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jun 2008 - Sep 2009
Feb 2009 35000 mi	Headlight washer jets sprang a leak. This had happened on my 330xi 06 as well. If I had this car out of warranty, I might disconnect the headlight washers as they are not that necessary, running out of washer fluid in the middle of winter is unpleasant. Headlight washer jets sprang a leak. This had happened on my 330xi 06 as well. I think the NJ dealer puts in the wrong washer fluid for my northern drives, causing the freezing and leak at the headlight jets.
Aug 2009 39000 mi	Brake and stability warning lights on. Diagnosed as bad steering angle sensor. Dealer replaced sensor/OBC/stalks in the steering wheel column under warranty. Brake and stability warning lights on. Diagnosed as bad steering angle sensor. Dealer replaced sensor/OBC/stalks in the steering wheel column under warranty

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Apr 2009 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 48000 mi US $90	Driver's side door actuator stopped responding to unlock commands from the electrical system. Common problem. Door actuator replacement successfully repaired the problem.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jan 2012 - Jan 2015
Jul 2012 71800 mi US $1825	AC Compressor seized, belt pulley broke on compressor, belt broke.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2009 - Mar 2012
Jan 2012 50000 mi US $50	None of the doors would unlock except the driver's door would unlock with the hard key or from the inside. The fuel door would not open except the emergency handle under a panel in the trunk.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States May 2012 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012 92000 mi US $200	RF Wheel bearing was going bad. Replaced with new hub.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2011
Sep 2009 38000 mi	Power rear shade intermittently inoperative.
Mar 2010 42000 mi US $200	Rear windscreen power shade intermittently inoperative. Turning car in on lease so not going to repair.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2009 - Sep 2015
Aug 2010 122000 mi US $177	Blower motor failed, no A/C air in cabin. Part replaced, works fine now.
Jul 2011 129000 mi US $15	Rear view mirror detached from windshield. Glass shop re-glued it.
Aug 2012 139500 mi US $1150	Car went in for track inspection, found faulty thermostat. Replaced thermostat and water pump.
Feb 2013 143300 mi US $565	Valve cover gasket and oil filter housing gasket were leaking. Replaced by indy shop.
Jan 2014 143700 mi US $660	Oil pan gasket was leaking and was replaced by independent BMW shop.
Feb 2015 157000 mi US $1100	Started up one day and idle was very rough, service engine soon light came on within minutes. Had car towed to BMW shop, diagnosed bad ignition coil. Replaced all 6 proactiviely
Apr 2015 158300 mi US $1781	Struts were worn out and hard winter in New England did them in. One blew on a pothole and I had them all replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States May 2014 - Apr 2019
Sep 2017 142000 mi US $500	Water pump.

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Apr 2011 - Nov 2011
Nov 2011 67000 mi	Compressor was replaced along with idler pulley. Compressor was functioning prior to replacement, but was generating a high pitched whining noise. Dealer originally indicated that nothing was abnormal, but eventually agreed to replace.

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BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2016
Sep 2016 86000 mi US $150	Controller (not bulb) for xenon headlight needed replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Mar 2011 - Feb 2023
Apr 2013 50200 mi	Rear defrost stopped working. Was an undercharged battery. Replaced battery under makers warranty.
Jun 2017 85000 mi US $500	Front brakes replaced. First time was at this high mileage. Can't complain. Shocks were completely shot at 87k miles.
Jan 2018 88000 mi US $1340	Water pump failed
Nov 2020 93000 mi US $1000	Valve cover was leaking oil AND valve cover connected cam position sensor was seeping oil into the electrical side of this sensor. Replaced gaskets, cam position sensor and stick coils because it was also running a little rough.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Oct 2013 - Dec 2015
Dec 2013 98000 mi US $1363	Leaky headlight washer pumps Broken rear shock absorber
Apr 2014 100800 mi US $40	IBS sensor was getting no voltage resulting in excessive battery wear. Found distribution panel fuse was blown, entire assembly needed replacement.
Jun 2014 103000 mi US $120	Power steering fluid reservoir cap was leaking. Cap was replaced, fluid flushed. Front left shock was leaking fluid and making noise. Replaced all 4 corners including mounts and bearings. Oil filter housing gasket was leaking oil down the front of the engine block. Gasket replaced along with oil, oil filter, coolant, air filter.
Jan 2015 100700 mi	Blower fan motor was squeaking. Pulled motor and oiled shaft.
Feb 2015 113000 mi	Stumbles at full throttle at low RPM. No codes stored, attempted switch VANOS solenoids, didn't fix. Will replace VANOS check valves.
Mar 2015 114000 mi US $30	Replaced VANOS check valves, they were not clogged but it seemed to help a little.
Jun 2015 117000 mi US $150	Noted a cracked brake hose, replaced all 6.
Sep 2015 120000 mi US $235	Front ball joints are both creaking. Misfire, cylinder 4. Replaced all plugs and coils.
Nov 2015 123000 mi US $415	Right rear wheel bearing was making noise. Replaced.
Dec 2015 123000 mi	Noise from front differential, metal came out. No repair available, would need new differential. Decided not to keep car.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jan 2014 - Dec 2016
Mar 2015 101000 mi US $2800	audio amp in driver side trunk dead... Due to 'corrosion'. The price is huge from BMW for the part. This was for the high end 'Seven' system with 10 or 12 speakers. $2300. The special sensor box built into negative battery cable by the battery in trunk had failed. Car was running fine. Dealer said battery would not charge correctly unless assembly replaced. $500.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Jun 2010 - Mar 2011
Mar 2011 68000 mi US $320	BMW Dealer could not identify cause of problem. I used a contact at BMW NA to figure out the problem and now I am going back to the dealer for repair in the next 3 weeks.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 30000 mi	Transmission replacement due to metal shavings in fluid.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2007 - Jul 2008
May 2008 23000 mi	Broken cupholder.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States May 2006 - Nov 2009
May 2007 21000 mi	iDrive computer lost its mind: All computer controlled functions became unusable including wipers, lights, climate and turn signals.
Sep 2008 49000 mi	Weatherstripping at base of rear window was coming off.
Mar 2009 57000 mi US $446	Headlight washer motor/apparatus was leaking washer fluid. thia would empty the reservoir in a couple of hours and none of the washers would work.
Jun 2009 63000 mi US $425	Windshield wipers stopped functioning due to bad relay.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017 84000 mi US $900	Valve cover gasket
Dec 2017 70000 mi US $1800	Oil filter and oil pan gaskets
Mar 2018 72000 mi US $900	Replace mechatronic sleeve.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States May 2008 - Aug 2010
Mar 2010 50000 mi US $700	ignition coil went bad on cylinder 1, 3 & 5.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007 10540 mi	Fix Rear air duct popping noise and replaced rear split folding chair mechanism due to rattling.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2012 - Dec 2012
Jul 2012 91300 mi US $150	The driver side window lift button broke, requiring the entire unit to be replaced

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Feb 2006 - Jul 2017
Jan 2012 129500 mi US $600	Water pump needed replacement.
Jun 2012 135000 mi US $100	TUNE UP NEEDED ALONG WITH ONE REPLACEMENT CYLINDER COIL.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2011
May 2008 31000 mi	left fog light got loose - repaired by dealer at no cost
Apr 2009 41000 mi	light bulb replaced suspension: a bolt got loose and was manually tightened; interior driver's door handle peeling: replaced under warranty; steering wheel bmw emblem needed replaced due to peeling - dealer refused stating that owner caused problem
Sep 2010 57000 mi US $4500	replaced front struts

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jun 2008 - Mar 2010

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015 60000 mi US $1200	replaced starter

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2013
Sep 2011 68000 mi US $1	rear window on the driver's side stopped working - stuck in lowered position.
Jan 2012 73000 mi US $1200	All of the sudden the car wouldn't start. Had to tow it to the dealer. They had to replace starter. Cost was $1200 - since we had extended warranty we paid $200 out of pocket.
Jun 2013 92000 mi US $600	Coolant pump failed. Had to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Oct 2016 - Jul 2019
Mar 2017 140038 mi US $1701	Transmission sleeve was leaking. It was covered under the optional warranty I purchased from the dealership. Rear differential was leaking. The belt tension was failing, the bearing wears out and the belt tension begins to angle downward and walks the belt off the car. If that happens, the belt can rip into a housing attached to the timing belt and cause a big headache. Replaced the belt and belt tensioner.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2015
Nov 2012 66000 mi US $1300	Water pump needed replacement and thermostat was also replaced as well. Repairs done at an indy but parts and coolant were ordered from the dealer. Parts about 700, labor was 350 and an extra 180 for diagnostics.
Jul 2013 76200 mi US $435	Oil leak at valve cover gasket
Dec 2013 87000 mi US $1500	Car died while idling shortly after starting on cold day. Codes related to Throttle position sensor, and TSB advising of ice in crankcase. Oil Separator Valve (PCV Valve) replaced. Belt tensioner replaced. Oil Filter housing gasket replaced.
Jan 2014 71000 mi US $880	Symptoms were that the engine would turn over but not catch. About 50% or slightly more of the cost was labor.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2017 - Aug 2018
Dec 2017 136000 mi	Washer fluid was leaking from car. would run out as you poured it in. I ordered a new pump and gasket from ebay less than $10 and removed and replaced it behind the fender liner. Side mirror would unfold and not stop kept going and clicking etc. I have attempted to fix this by cleaning terminals etc. Dielectric grease etc. I had it working at different times for a week or so and even somehow disabled the folding of the mirrors. I ended up not wanting to waste time and money on a feature I didn't care about so I cut the wire for the mirror and it has worked great since (no more folding is so no problem when it folds out)
Jan 2018 136000 mi	Side marker light would alert sometimes. I could not get it in a place where it would stay working. I ended up removing the assembly and soldered a bigger contact area . It has been a great fix and has lasted.
Aug 2018 146000 mi US $285	error code fault 1017 Variable Timing Eccentric Shaft Sensor and bad gas mileage at first. Later started stalling on cold start and stuttering and almost stalling on cold start. I also had a slight leak from the valve cover anyhow so it is good time to do both. took a little over 4 hours was pretty easy. Car runs great again

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 36000 mi	Tire sensor fault

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2013 - Nov 2014
Mar 2014 118000 mi US $650	Needed new starter motor
May 2014 120000 mi US $600	Replace both rear window regulators
Aug 2014 126000 mi	The bane of BMW... Reset the never ending Airbag/Seatbelt system warning. Has been a problem for 2 years. Passenger seat sensor/padding replaced, (check). Redo steering wheel airbag sensor (check). Reset sensor light over and over, (check)
Nov 2014 131000 mi US $800	Front Control arms Reset Airbag warning lights

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Oct 2011 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 81000 mi	Bad brakes, I think the master cylinder was going out Paint fading Water pump on its way out

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2014 - Jan 2016
Oct 2015 101800 mi US $2000	Oil Leaks (Valve Cover, oil pan) Window was stuck in down position.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2008 - Dec 2011
Jul 2008 60000 mi	Moldy odor from AC vents. Removed and cleaned cabin filter and sprayed deodorant into intake vents

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2007 - Jan 2015
Sep 2007 14000 mi	Front headlight bulb replaced.
Jun 2008 25000 mi	Paint peeling in door pull.
Sep 2013 86000 mi	Rear driver side window would not raise Folding driverside outside mirror behaves erratically. folds all the way to point to front of vehicle wenever door is opened. cracking sound whenever it folds like that like something inside is broken. Mirror assembly was replaced ($650)
Aug 2014 99000 mi US $1100	solenoid replacement
Dec 2014 104000 mi US $450	Replace sensor (don't recall name)

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jun 2007 - Mar 2015
Jan 2007 20000 mi	Steering column replaced under warranty due to security interlock mechanical failure. Dealer says a new part number was issued, which is reassuring because it may indicate a design flaw has been corrected.
Sep 2007 22000 mi	Alternator bearing began to fail, making engine whine. Alternator replaced at no cost (warranty)
Jan 2013 100200 mi US $60	Replaced cylinder 1 coil-on-plug ignition module due to misfire cylinder 1
Nov 2013 99000 mi US $1000	Electric water pump and thermostat was replaced
Dec 2014 112000 mi US $75	Engine oil filter housing gasket replacement

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2007 - Dec 2010
Sep 2008 32000 mi	Steering column lock malfunction. Software update/reflash.
May 2009 35000 mi	Some interior trim replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2006 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 12000 mi	Replaced gearshift knob, driver's door armrest and center console because of surface peeling.
Jan 2010 28000 mi	Windshield washer system inoperable due to clogged fluid lines. Peeling paint on both left and right roof molding trim strips. Both were replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Oct 2006 - Apr 2015
Oct 2009 52000 mi	Steering warning indicator lamp lit. Manufacturer installed software update, which fixed the problem.
May 2012 67300 mi US $345	Replaced original battery 7 years after purchase of vehicle
Aug 2014 81000 mi US $1900	Replace front struts that were leaking. Problem discovered after routine inspection.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2015
Oct 2013 90500 mi US $35	Replaced the "halo" bulbs. Passenger bulb stopped working and it made more sense to replace both at the same time. It took more than 10 minutes. BMW made sure to hide it well.
Dec 2014 107000 mi US $25	One bad outer tie rod end so both replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2009 - May 2018
Oct 2009 19000 mi	Replace radio head unit due to dead display pixels. Steering wheel lock malfunction.
Nov 2009 19800 mi	Replace front door lock actuators. Replace right rear window regulator. Replace front door lock actuators.
Mar 2010 22500 mi	Brake pad wear sensor malfunction. Replace sensor, replace pads.
May 2010 24500 mi	Engine overheated. Replaced thermostat and housing. Engine overheated. Replaced electric water pump.
Aug 2010 26000 mi	Replace left rear window regulator.
May 2011 33530 mi US $315	Fuel door would not open. Replaced fuel door actuator.
Jul 2011 36000 mi US $178	Replace battery. Register new battery with computer. Replace battery.
May 2012 44000 mi US $289	Replaced battery again.
Mar 2014 60000 mi US $265	Replace starter motor. Replace intake manifold gaskets. Replace oil vent line.
May 2014 62000 mi US $65	Replaced right rear window regulator again.
Nov 2014 66000 mi US $20	Replace both headlight housings due to wiring insulation deterioration inside the housings. Root cause is biodegradable insulation. Reset footwell module to accept new headlights.
May 2016 80400 mi US $120	Low coolant level indicator on. Coolant stains in engine bay. Radiator and upper hose replaced. The situation was an emergency and I was forced to visit the dealer for immediate (expensive) repair. Oil filter housing gasket is leaking. Oil on belt and tensioner. Replace gasket, belt, and tensioner.
Sep 2016 82500 mi	Failed fuel sending unit, driver side, leaking fuel - $155 parts, $245 labor. The fuel filter/regulator/level sending unit on the driver's side of the fuel tank had developed fatigue cracks and was leaking gas which was running down the tank near the exhaust. The unit was R&R'd. There were other complications. Both rear window regulators continue to fail. I have given up on replacing them. Instead I drilled small hole in the guide track below the glass retainer and inserted a sheet metal screw to keep the windows in the up position.
Mar 2017 88000 mi US $300	Replaced Battery
Jul 2017 94000 mi US $165	Replaced coolant expansion tank. The pop up coolant level indicator had broken. When plastic parts in BMW cooling systems show any sign of fatigue, I always replace them.
Jan 2018 97248 mi US $699	Starter failed. R&R. The starter was replaced by the owner on 03/19/2014 @ 55,000 miles. The self service repair was $264.51. Paying a shop for the same repair was a big difference at $750 four years later. If you can DIY, you can save big bucks. Replace Rotors, pads, and sensors.

BMW 3-Series in Puerto Rico Apr 2007 - Mar 2010
May 2007 13000 mi	Outside driver side door molding Report Consuming to much Gasoline, get only btwen 11 and 13 mpg in City Lowered engine RPM at my request,i work on cars all my life and for me the engine idle was too high. after that the gas milleage Improve to btwen 15 and 16 mpg.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2007 - Oct 2008
Nov 2007 12500 mi US $31000	Jan 2008 - replaced rear end differential @ 16,000 miles
Jul 2008 20000 mi	Replaced engine starter motor.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 26000 mi	Passenger seat airbag sensor malfunctioned. Replaced under warranty.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2016 - Mar 2018
Feb 2017 91000 mi US $1689	Replaced eccentric shaft sensor. Internal oil leak found.
Jun 2017 94000 mi US $650	oil filter housing

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Dec 2012 - Aug 2017
Jul 2013 82000 mi US $50	Replace broken cup holder

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Jul 2017 - Sep 2018
Aug 2017 62500 mi US $50	Alignment performed after replacing all tires. Tire shop had found uneven wear indicating alignment was off.
Sep 2017 63000 mi US $320	LH rear window actuator failed, was replaced.
Oct 2017 63500 mi US $650	Idler pulley failing; replaced part as preventative measure. Also replaced belt. Also had coolant flush & fill, brake fluid flush & fill.
Dec 2017 65000 mi US $450	Water leak into footwell on passenger side due to clogged drain channels below rubber & plastic cowl at basiof windshield (which was replaced after we suspected it was bad). Cleaned drain channels and replaced cowl.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 56000 mi US $1100	water pump

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States May 2010 - Feb 2017
Aug 2010 55038 mi	Rear left window stopped working, unfortunately in the open position. As the vehicle was a CPO, BMW's extended warranty covered the window lifter replacement.
Jan 2011 60355 mi US $257	A trim piece on the left side of the car had either broken or degraded, I do not remember at this point. The strip was replaced.
Nov 2012 74700 mi US $903	Replacement of transmission harness seal housing and flush/refill of transmission fluid. Valve cover gasket and replacement bolt kit were used to replace a leaking valve cover gasket.
Nov 2013 78500 mi US $30	Left low-beam headlight went out, so I replaced both the left and right low-beam headlamps.
Oct 2014 87300 mi	I noticed some small drops of oil below my car in my garage. Independent mechanic diagnosed a cracked oil pan gasket resulting in very slow leak of oil. Opted not to repair at the moment due to the high number of labor hours required.
Jan 2016 90000 mi US $167	Front passenger-side seat belt buckle stopped reliably locking on the seat belt. Based on forum advice, I decided to replace the part, identified specifically as the seat belt buckle and pretensioner.
Feb 2017 100000 mi	Cracked oil pan gasket never replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2013 - Nov 2014
Aug 2014 60000 mi US $240	Radio LCD pixels out.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2010 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 72540 mi C $1000	Shaky idle with check engine light. Fixed by replacing injectors and spark plugs.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2014
Jul 2011 104000 mi US $110	Upper windshield rubber was cracked and coming off. Shop replaced with new rubber.
Apr 2012 122800 mi US $260	Passenger side, rear window regulator broke. Had it replaced.
Apr 2013 137700 mi US $950	Water pump failed so had it replaced and the thermostat was replaced at the same time.
Jun 2013 141000 mi US $579	Starter broke so I had it replaced with a new one.
Jun 2014 161000 mi US $1046	Radiator leak. Was replaced. $460 parts & labor.

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 70000 mi US $1100	Bad ignition coil

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2014
Nov 2010 56000 mi	Door handle didn't return to position after pulling out during opening. Bad spring.
Apr 2012 74000 mi US $500	Oil gasket leak Radiator hose leak
Sep 2012 81000 mi US $1950	Water pump replaced. Fluid leak
Jan 2014 85200 mi US $800	Starter needed to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States - Oct 2008
Oct 2008 50000 mi	Touch up on leather seats, due to wear, last of warranty repairs still 0 cost to me.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Dec 2005 - Dec 2008
Apr 2007 23000 mi	Sunroof error message. Software reset by dealer.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Dec 2014 - Aug 2016
Nov 2015 97000 mi US $500	Oil filter housing leak. Gasket replaced. Inexpensive part but lots of labor.
Dec 2015 97000 mi US $700	Front lower control thru arms with bushings and ball joint.
Jul 2016 102000 mi	Oil pan leak Main seal leak I did not repair as I was selling the car. Very expensive repairs.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Apr 2015 - Sep 2015
Jul 2015 148000 mi US $755	Belt tensioner replaced Rear window regulator failed

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2009 - May 2012
Dec 2009 48000 mi US $800	Harsh shifting in low gears of automatic transmission.
Jul 2010 57000 mi US $600	Leaking auto trans pan. Was shifting very hard. Replaced pan (made of plastic w/integrated filter) and required a liter of auto trans fluid after reusing what was left in there.
Apr 2011 67500 mi US $650	Replaced power steering pump and power steering reservoir w/its integrated filter.
Dec 2011 77000 mi US $1290	Overheated, had to replace water pump & thermostat, repaired both problems.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2013
May 2011 97345 mi US $1044	Replaced water pump Replaced water pump

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jan 2010 - Feb 2012
Apr 2010 27280 mi	Glitch on Conditional Based System that indicated brakes are 600,000 kms past due date. Brakes are still in good condition and the CBS Computer has been reset.
May 2010 27900 mi C $150	Automatic Climate Control motor flaps developed a fault.
Jan 2011 35960 mi C $10	Power locks stopped working. Doors can only be unlocked by using mechanical key through outside and not through central lock. Searched through forums indicated potential issues with Door Lock Actuators but replaced fuse instead $5.00.
Jun 2011 37820 mi C $240	Door lock module was replaced. Part was $80 and two hours of labor to install.
Jul 2011 39060 mi C $500	Pads + rotors replaced. Calipers seized due to corrosion after 5yrs/62000kms. Seized calipers caused the brakes not to release after parking but still driveable. The replacement calipers formed the bulk of the cost and were hard to get.
Dec 2011 47120 mi	Leak detected in automatic transmission. Identified as a transmission connector sleeve. Opted to go without the repair for now as coordinating timing.
Feb 2012 47120 mi C $560	Automatic transmission connector sleeve leak

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States - Jun 2010
Mar 2010 63000 mi US $996	Water pump, and thermostat. caused by leaking oil filter housing gasket
Jun 2010 72000 mi US $200	cylinder 2 ignition coil failure cylinder 6 ignition coil failure

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2010 - Apr 2012
May 2010 47000 mi	Sunroof would not open completely.
Jun 2010 49000 mi	Central locking mechanism went completely inop; could not lock or unlock car except with emergency key. No access to fuel door and passenger door would not open with or WITHOUT key.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Nov 2008 - Oct 2009
Nov 2008 58800 mi US $172	Exhaust bracket replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Hawaii, United States Jun 2015 - Mar 2020
Aug 2015 87900 mi US $100	Car warned me about low coolant. Plastic radiator vent hose, and the nipple where said hose is attached the the upper rad hose, got brittle and cracked. Slowish leak, masked by AC condensate on the driveway. Replaced the two hoses.
Sep 2015 89000 mi US $140	Smelled gasoline coming from back seat. Fuel filter/pressure regulator that sits in top of gas tank had developed tiny cracks and was leaking fuel slowly. Replaced with new.
Oct 2015 89500 mi	Passenger seat occupancy sensor failed, resulting in a airbag light on dash. Replaced by dealer free of charge under extended warranty (specific to this component/failure mode, "recall-lite").
Nov 2015 89000 mi	Fuel injector #2 failed throwing open circuit code and producing rough running. Resistance out of spec. Swapped #2 injector with #5 to confirm injector failure and not ECU or harness. Replaced injector with new OEM part. Dealer coded car after previous repair (passenger seat occupancy sensor) and failed to recalibrate sunroof as required, resulting in malfunction and minor damage to cassette. Assessed damage (inconsequential), recalibrated sunroof with INPA.
Feb 2016 92000 mi US $500	Transmission went into failsafe mode. Retrieved slip codes via INPA, gambled that the issue might be in the valve body (common ZF 6HP19 fault), got a set of replacement solenoids and replaced along with fluid and various rubber bits.
Dec 2016 99000 mi US $300	Got a low coolant warning. Diagnosed a hairline crack in plastic radiator neck. Replaced radiator and some hoses.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Dec 2014 - Mar 2015
Dec 2014 103000 mi US $1268	replaced water pump and thermostat. Car overheating intermittently.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Aug 2009 - Feb 2018
Jan 2009 21000 mi	Electronic steering lock reprogrammed due to issues with it being jammed. Warranty
Aug 2009 36400 mi	Interior door pull, driver's side replaced due to peeling. Warranty.
Oct 2009 41000 mi	Fuel measurement devices inaccurate; overly optimistic readings showed extremely low fuel consumption levels. Instrument cluster replaced.
Mar 2011 58000 mi US $50	Slow leak of ATF from improperly installed Transmission sleeve, noted in TSB. Covered under terms of Certified Warranty.
Jul 2012 77000 mi US $50	Electric folding mirror detent broken, so driver side mirror would continuously try to fold beyond fully closed position. Exterior mirror housing replaced. Driver's door locking mechanism failed, would not unlock via central unlocking system (only mechanical unlock possible). Locking mechanism replaced.
Jan 2016 109800 mi US $400	Oil filter housing gasket leaking; replaced.
Aug 2017 140000 mi US $810	Starter failed and vehicle would not start; was replaced the remanuf. unit.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2011 - Feb 2012
Aug 2011 65000 mi US $30	Windshield washer fluid bottle developed a leak and was replaced
Jan 2012 US $50	Car went into limp mode. Dealership replaced thermostat, checked fluids and reprogrammed computer. Problem has not returned.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2014 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015 181000 mi US $1200	Both tie-rod ends worn and needed to be replaced. Drive belt and tensioner replaced. Both close to failure.
Dec 2015 189000 mi US $90	Broken trunk strut replaced. Oil filter stand gasket replaced due to leaking.
Aug 2016 200000 mi US $3800	Fixed 3 oil leaks from faulty oil sensor, timing cover, and valve cover. Oil sensor replaced. All four bolts on timing cover were broken and had to be replaced. Valve cover gasket replaced.
Jun 2017 212000 mi US $967	Replace defective rear drive shaft
Dec 2017 224805 mi US $860	Solenoid valves (2) needed to be replaced. Check engine light was glowing yellow and that was the reason for the trip to the dealer.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2005 - Jan 2013
Mar 2007 17000 mi	Brake sensor was installed incorrectly at manufacturing plant and was rubbing against brake rotor causing sound. Sensor was modified and re-installed to fix issue.
Jan 2012 95000 mi US $2000	Bush rod
Jul 2012 99000 mi US $900	Right rear control arm and battery replacement

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2006 - Feb 2016
Feb 2007 7000 mi	Steering column lock sensor faulty causing intermittant inability to start
Mar 2015 52000 mi US $350	Replace ignition coils

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States May 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 31000 mi US $50	Issues with door/key "chime" sounds static like and the blinker "tick" noise is intermittent. The instrument cluster was replaced after failing a test as per a TSB.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Jul 2009 - Jan 2022
Dec 2009 58000 mi US $50	continued oil leaking out from top engine gasket(small amount) gasket was replaced under certified used warranty
Nov 2011 93500 mi US $110	Had engine check light checked, car was also running badly. Found out the the problem was with cylinder 6 ignition coil. I purchased the coil which connects to the spark plug for $76 and replaced it myself. problem solved
Feb 2015 148000 mi US $90	Thermostat stuck open error showing from service light. Was getting stuck open while ideling for over 5 min straight. Replaced only the thermostat next to the water pump
Mar 2016 164000 mi US $70	Replaced oil pan gasket due to leak. Had to top oil between changes

BMW 3-Series in Mississippi, United States Mar 2011 - Oct 2014
Apr 2011 46000 mi US $50	ignition coil
May 2013 74300 mi US $1000	Valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket, coolant flush
Dec 2013 76000 mi	Check engine light randomly comes on with rough idle. I'm assuming it is probably an intermittent ignition coil failure. Luckily you can find ignition coils now for $30 out of some place in arizona. Car is being scanned shortly.
Feb 2014 77700 mi US $35	Pulled code cylinder 2 misfire. Replaced ignition coil.
Apr 2014 77000 mi US $515	Car overheated. Pulled codes: water pump stopped. Replaced water pump and thermostat.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2014 - Jan 2019
Feb 2015 69200 mi US $100	Windshield washer pump failed and sprayed no water, washer pump, pump filter cleaning and rubber grommet to be replaced by owner himself, 1 hour labor and $25 part from Ebay. Rear window glass rubber molding seal is broken in pieces, replaced the parts by owner. $50 parts + 1 hr labor to remove, clean and install. Done by owner.
Dec 2015 72000 mi US $30	Ignition coil #2 failure, replaced only #2 coil, working good. Parts:$30. labor $0. Did it myself.
Jan 2019 76000 mi US $5	Steering angle sensor error, "A with a arrow circle on top", "ABS", " TIre warning" check lights on. The steering angle sensor and "Sensor Optical Encoder Ring" under the Clockspring inside the steering wheel was dirty, used 90% Isopropyl Alcohol to clean it up.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2007 4340 mi	replaced 4 door handles (sticking)

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Mar 2009 - Dec 2010
Aug 2009 30000 mi	Power Window failed - left window down.
Nov 2010 38000 mi US $100	Oxygen Sensor failed and was replaced
Dec 2010 38000 mi	Rear Door power locks actuator failed

BMW 3-Series in Hawaii, United States Aug 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 84000 mi	Condenser and compressor broke.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2014 - Jun 2017
Dec 2014 79000 mi US $640	Right rear window motor and cable replace
Apr 2016 86000 mi US $295	Replaced the left rear window mechanism.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Jul 2009 - May 2012
Mar 2010 60000 mi US $50	Front passenger door lock actuator replaced
Dec 2010 75000 mi	Airbag light came on
Feb 2011 77500 mi	Air bag light came back on, decided to replace some type of relay wire that was sending/misinterpreting the signal from the passenger seat pad sensor to the ECU
Mar 2011 80000 mi US $50	Single ignition coil failed, was out of town but managed to drive the car in limp mode and took it in to have the coil replaced the next day.
Jan 2012 78800 mi US $53	Rear window regulator failed Driver's door lock actuator failed. Water pump showed a deviation, was replaced. O-ring seal was leaking oil where the engine block meets the oil filter housing, saw spot on the ground.

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2006 - Apr 2015
Oct 2006 3100 mi	check engine light on; as far as I know, the problem was related to the sensors and the programming of the CPU.
Feb 2007 5240 mi	New problem of suspension bushings requiring replacement. Old problem as well -- check engine light on. Appointment booked for April to address both problems. Old problem as well -- check engine light on.
Apr 2007 6200 mi	Replacement of rear supension bushings. In addition, all door handles were replaced because they frequently stuck open. There was also a routine oil change.
Jun 2007 7440 mi	Check engine light on. One door handle continued to stick and was successfully repaired. Sunroof would frequently not close because safety sensor was being triggered inapproprately. No repairs were attempted because problem did not occur while in shop. However, it has not happpened again since the visit.
Feb 2008 11160 mi	Work was done in January. All door handles replaced for a second time due to manufacturing defect which causes them to stick in pulled position.
Jan 2009 19220 mi	Rear left door handle replaced for third time because it was sticking in open position. Car would not start in very cold weather and sound system would not operate properly. Charging system was checked but no problem identified. Sound system problem could not be replicated in shop. Warning light incorrectly showed rear brake service required. Wiring connecting sensor to computer was replaced.
Jan 2010 26040 mi	Shift lever replaced under warranty due to cosmetic flaws on handle (chromed plastic trim peeling).
Apr 2011 32240 mi	rear brake sensor cable broken/brake warning light on dash
May 2011 32540 mi	brake sensor replaced
Dec 2014 43400 mi C $800	Starting motor failed. Battery control system failed.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2005 - Jan 2014
Jul 2007 34000 mi	ELECTRONIC STEERING WHEEL LOCK DEFECTIVE PER WARNING LIGHT AND EVENTUAL DIAGNOSTIC INTERROGATION COMPLETED REPAIR AFTER PARTS THAT WERE ORDERED CAME IN.
Mar 2011 96000 mi US $150	addressed check engine light (amber) perform cleaning of debris in housing per service bulletin.
Dec 2012 111000 mi US $100	battery warning light came on. took car in for diagnotic work-up. service dept. said electrical system check out ok. no further repairs recommended.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Feb 2006 - Feb 2009
Mar 2008 31000 mi	Idiots broke wire shroud in engine compartment at last service. Weedwhacker sound from engine compartment.
Dec 2008 37000 mi	Whining noise from tires/engine/diff.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States May 2015 - Jun 2017
Jul 2015 80200 mi US $2313	Water Pump went out and the Transmission, transmission filter and Transfer Case fluids were changed. These fluids are deemed "lifetime" by BMW.

BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada May 2006 - Jun 2007
Dec 2006 34720 mi	Oxygen sensor
Mar 2007 42160 mi	Suspension bit replaced
Jun 2007 42160 mi	Sticky door handles

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Dec 2016 - Jun 2018
Jan 2017 US $1000	front shaft replaced, $500 fort part, rest for labor

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Nov 2008 - Nov 2010
Oct 2009 48000 mi	Car was leaking transmission fluid. Connector failed. Replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Sep 2007 - Jan 2011
Oct 2007 15000 mi	Steering wheel lock problem. They replaced entire steering column .
Oct 2008 25000 mi	Right rear window motor and regulator replaced. Replaced drivers side arm rest due to peeling of the grip.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2012
Oct 2011 54000 mi	Driver door inside trim loose from previous warranty work to replace door locks. Dealer repaired free of charge.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2016 - Sep 2016
Feb 2016 203000 mi US $450	Leaking radiator

BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Feb 2010 - Jul 2014
Apr 2011 93000 mi C $300	Electrical system failure. All speedometers gone wild, fan, radio, heating seats go ON/OFF on rainy/snowy days !
Dec 2011 108500 mi C $3500	Engine oil pan replaced Trans oil pan leaking and replaced Rear bearings and differential

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Oct 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2010 76260 mi C $180	One driving light was out - one hour repair
Jun 2013 97960 mi C $308	rear shocks. rear shock mounts in subsequent trip. the garage realized that they should have done the repair when replacing the shocks and waived the labour charge.
Oct 2013 105900 mi C $850	replaced sway bar links, lower rear position control arms, lower ball joints
Jun 2014 118420 mi C $1100	replaced transmission pan, sleeve, valve body adapter when fixing a transmission seal leak There are two small oil leaks to be looked at the next time the car is being serviced.
Mar 2017 126480 mi C $1150	replace pads and rotors wheel bearing replaced ignition coil replaced
Mar 2018 133920 mi C $150	bulbs replaced
Jun 2018 134540 mi C $300	Heater blower motor replaced

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Aug 2008 - Jul 2022
Sep 2008 14000 mi	Other than routine maintenance, they had to replace the automatic shift knob .
May 2009 19457 mi	Oil leak found, Megatronic Sleave defective, transmission pan & sleave repaired under warranty.
Aug 2011 36100 mi US $544	Steering wheel lock failure light came on, dealer inspected & only needed new battery, no problems since .
Mar 2012 40826 mi US $900	Coolant light came on, water pump needed. Over heating, needed waterpump, also changed thermostat & coolant.
May 2013 57000 mi US $523	Slight shake,upon inspection, one of the Tierods had seized and needed replacement, including and alignment.
Mar 2016 93000 mi US $130	Replaced gasket for Oil filter housing. Making a noise near the belt, replace main drive belt,belt tensioner pulley,deflection pulley. Noise is gone. Alternator died, battery would not hold a charge, Part was replaced and vehicle is working.
Jun 2016 95000 mi US $311	Car started shaking, engine light came on, ignition coil #5 defective, replaced all coils & spark plugs.
Sep 2016 96000 mi US $165	Car would not start alternator was new, battery was good. Starter was replaced & car started right up. Mechanic came to my home for repair, if not it would have been towed. Driver's side door lock would not open with remote, but it would close, replace door actuator and it now works.
Nov 2016 97500 mi US $300	Oil leak from Crankcase Vent Valve (Pressure Regulating Valve) , replaced all crankcase vent hoses & oil pressure switch. Cruise control was not working, turned out to be a fuse was defective which was replaced and is working.
Mar 2017 100000 mi US $350	Apparently the starter failed again after being replaced a few months earlier, part was under warranty and was replaced , car started right up after replacement.
Jul 2017 101000 mi US $240	Starter failed twice,replaced under warranty , 3rd starter failed to start, upon further inspection it was found that one of the wires from the CABLE ALTERNATOR-STARTER-BASE B+ was corroded, once that was cleaned off, the car started right up. Hopefully that has corrected the issues.
Mar 2018 106000 mi US $250	Valve Cover gasket was replaced due to oil leak.
Jul 2020 132000 mi	Replaced both fuels pumps due to heavy gas odor in rear seat, after repair , no more gas odors.
Mar 2021 132 mi	Drivers side door actuator was failing to open door, part replaced and working.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Oct 2012 - Sep 2016
Jun 2013 70000 mi US $725	Transmission leaking

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 61000 mi US $400	engine oil filter housing gasket leak

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2005 - Jun 2011
Feb 2007 18000 mi	Complete turn signal housing needed to be replaced due to corrosion. Installed new turn signal housing.
Oct 2008 38000 mi	Clutch replaced.
Feb 2009 43000 mi	Door handle ordered due to defective handle.
Jun 2009 48000 mi	Driver and passenger door handles defective and needed to be replaced. Defective airbag sensor replaced in passenger seat.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jul 2009 - May 2015
Jan 2010 47000 mi	Blower fan on heat/AC started making odd squealing noise. Fan was replaced by dealer under warranty at no cost to owner. Door handles replaced because they were sticking. Dealer told me this can be an issue on 06 models and they replace the sticking handles with re-designed ones.
Mar 2011 59000 mi	Hydraulic valve lifters replaced for ticking issue in TSB. Following replacement of hydraulic valve lifters earlier in the month, ticking on cold start returned intermittently. Upon return to dealer, they agreed to replace the cylinder head to address the issue.
Jun 2011 62000 mi US $1200	Multiple warning lights illuminated, radio stopped communicating with car computer. Radio was replaced - not covered under CPO warranty. Window regulator on the front passenger side replaced because it was squeaking loudly. Front sway bar bushings rotted and squeaking. Car exhibits more body roll than normal. Parts replaced and handling improved, but squeak is back within a few days. Rear end still exhibits poor handling. Will bring car back again.
Nov 2011 65000 mi US $50	CEL on. Dealer replaced VANOS solenoids. Car still squeaks/creaks when going over speed bumps or coming to a stop when braking hard. Problem seems worse when its warmer outside. Dealer says can't reproduce. Front sway bar bushings were previously replaced - didn't help.
Feb 2014 90000 mi US $1200	Valve cover gasket leaking oil. Replaced with new gasket.
Nov 2014 98000 mi	Car is making a creaking sound with load changes/chassis flex when it is cold/wet outside. Inspection completed and could not find a reason for the sound, problem persists. Strut brace determined to be causing creaking noise. Strut brace re-torqued.
Jan 2015 100000 mi US $2000	Car would turn over slow and act like it didn't want to start. Starter motor replaced. Oil pan gasket leaking. Gasket replaced. Manual transmission shift and output seal leaking. Both seals replaced. "Lifetime" fluid replaced.. Alternator belt worn. Belt replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Feb 2011 - Jul 2018
Mar 2011 31000 mi	Car (with manual transmission) would not go easily into first gear occasionally. Transmission fluid was checked for debris indicating abnormal wear. Found none, so changed the fluid. Problem seems much reduced or eliminated.
Jul 2014 51200 mi US $1100	Replaced seals on transmission and differential
Jul 2018 58000 mi US $2600	Side/head airbag replaced and wiring harness to airbag replaced.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2010 - Sep 2013
Mar 2012 71920 mi C $2000	Water pump failed, lower rad hose leaking slightly, so it was replaced as well
Feb 2013 79520 mi C $300	Wiper-washer fluid filter clogged, flushed in shop. Replacement of other wear items (battery) required extra time in shop

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Jun 2009 - Aug 2009
Aug 2009 33000 mi	I had an issue with the stereo where one of the speakers would buzz loudly if the volume was turned up beyond a certain level. I had gone to the dealer a few times over the years and they didn't track it down.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2009 - Dec 2013
Jan 2012 C $300	new battery
Oct 2012 76040 mi C $1000	Driver side mirror faulty
Nov 2012 77040 mi	Bottom of both front doors rusted on the inside

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2010 - Jan 2011
Jan 2011 46000 mi	Small rubber-like "covers" at bottom of both trunk-lid cylinders cracked and tore; clearly case of defect in materials. Replaced under warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2010 - Aug 2020
Mar 2014 84320 mi C $650	Oil filter housing base gasket.
Dec 2014 89900 mi C $500	Check Engine light while at the dealer (not before). Replaced coil.
Dec 2016 98580 mi C $1200	2 rear door controller
Jun 2017 998200 mi C $200	Rear shocks
Dec 2017 105400 mi C $5100	Water pump Oil pan
Feb 2018 108500 mi C $170	Rear rubber bushings were squeaky. Lower control arm bushings were lubricated.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2010 - May 2017
Sep 2010 81000 mi	Right rear window stuck in down position; window motor replaced
Feb 2011 87000 mi US $50	driver's side seatbelt kept getting jammed; replaced.
Mar 2011 88000 mi US $50	Water pump failed causing car to overheat; this caused a head bolt to crack. All bolts and water pump replaced
Sep 2011 96000 mi	passenger rearview mirror developed rust stains on edges of mirror; mirror had become delaminated.
Jun 2012 114000 mi US $1100	factory original batt died, $200 for batt, $150 labor oil pan gasket leak
May 2014 146000 mi US $800	shifter seal worn. replacement seal didn't fix problem. rebuilt transmission required after pressurizing transmission to factory specs caused car to pop out of R and 1st gear. Took weeks to repair because a new transmission had to be shipped from Germany.
Jul 2014 148000 mi US $1900	starter completely seized, replaced
Apr 2015 158300 mi US $1100	crank position sensor failed
Sep 2016 176000 mi US $750	belt tensioner pulley on alternator broke

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2014 - Apr 2015
Jan 2015 87300 mi US $200	Replaced battery.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2012 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 64480 mi C $200	Ignition coils

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2007 - Sep 2015
Nov 2007 25000 mi	Rattle fixed by adjusting hood stop
Sep 2010 58000 mi US $50	Steering wheel clock warning light, repair was software update
Feb 2012 71100 mi US $75	Ignition coil failure
Nov 2013 84100 mi US $80	Failed Ignition Coil

BMW 3-Series in South Dakota, United States Nov 2015 - Nov 2016
Mar 2016 108000 mi US $500	Crankshaft position sensor

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2018
Jan 2007 3000 mi	The driver-side wiper flew off the car when I switched on the wipers. The dealer replaced it at no charge to me.
Aug 2007 7000 mi	Clunking noise from the rear differential when changing gear (manual transmission). Replaced driveshaft and rear differential. Must have been expensive! Seems to have been a known issue with the previous generation BMW 3-series.
Apr 2008 12000 mi	Electric steering wheel lock fails to disengage.
Oct 2008 17000 mi	Rattle in dash. It's real, but dealer couldn't replicate it.
Jun 2010 28000 mi	Rattle in dash. Clunking noise from rear axle.
Aug 2010 30000 mi	Clunking in rear axle. Delamination of both outside mirrors.
Nov 2012 44400 mi US $200	Paint flaked off roof drip rails. Repainted. Rear left window stuck down.
Jun 2013 50000 mi	Check engine light came on. Reset but came back on.
Aug 2013 51000 mi US $25	Check engine light came on again. Bought new gas cap and reset light. Light came on again.
Nov 2013 53000 mi US $250	Check engine light on. Replaced pump for pressurizing gas tank. Rear window regulator broke. Replaced.
Feb 2014 53000 mi US $328	Replaced one failed coil, and six plugs.
Jun 2015 58000 mi	Service engine soon light on. Reset.
Aug 2015 59300 mi US $250	Dead battery, won't keep charge enough.
Mar 2018 70000 mi	Front brakes Replace failed water pump Replace BMW emblems that fell off Replace broken driver's window switch

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Sep 2006 - Jul 2014
Mar 2009 30000 mi	Engine Knock on cold weather with cold engine. Replaced Head.
Jan 2012 66400 mi US $3	Door Lock fuse blown. I had to do it couple of times until I found a service announcement from BMW suggesting that the fuse should be replaced with a higher rated one.
Dec 2013 86000 mi US $800	Emission problem

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Sep 2011 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012 120000 mi US $1000	Engine gasket cover replacement

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2017 - Dec 2017
Feb 2017 112000 mi US $300	Oil pan gasket has leaked for about 10,000 miles (around 100K) and I replaced it myself. I was quoted $1500.00 for the repair at dealer so did myself. Requires lifting engine, dropping steering rack, unbolting subframe.
Apr 2017 114000 mi US $400	Airbag light came on again for passenger side. Turns out the wire under the seat was loose, causing a false error. Needed to reclip the wires, and then wrapped tape to make sure it doesn't come loose, then taped it to a part of the metal frame under the seat to secure it firmly. Had to get into the car computer and reset all the errors generated (tensioner error). Once I did this, it was fixed. Battery replaced. Went to Oreilly and bought Top of the line. Needs to be be reprogrammed to tell it about new battery. Was the original and lasted longer than any battery I've ever had: 11 years!
May 2017 114000 mi US $10	On these cars, the winshield top trim crumbles and falls apart after a few years. It makes the car look terrible. This is the third replacement since owning the car. You pull up the old trim off the top of the winshield with a screwdriver and then pop in the new one. Ordered from rockauto. Doesn't take too long if you see a youtube video on how to pop it out. Roof rack trim paint has peeled off the car. You can buy replacement trim, but because it's black and wasn't rusty, only peeling, I pulled the trim, went in the back yard, and repainted it black, and then put it back on . Good as new until it peels again.
Jul 2017 115000 mi US $200	The car has had a shake in the steering while braking for about 15,000 miles or maybe even longer. I had hoped it was the brakes, but I had changed the rotors, pads, and got it aligned. In a BMW like this, it only leaves one thing left, the control arms. So that's what this job was, upper and lower control arms (I would highly suggest one do these at the same time as the job is terrible, but as you remove one set of control arms, the other set becomes easier to get at. Bought online from RockAuto, as they are about half of the Dealer price and that's for original equipment replacements. Probably due to the age of the car, this was a very hard job to do, as all the parts are so worn it required cutting them off the car with a cutoff tool or sawzall. broke many tools trying to get them off otherwise. Took two weekends to get them all off. To get this job done at the dealer was quoted $1500.00, so that's why I did it myself for $300, including the cost of the broken tools. Had to be done, the car feels like brand new in steering now. The tie rods had seized on both sides of my car. Since I was changing the control arms this month, I knew that I would need to attack and replace the control arms since they all affect the alignment. At first I didn't think this was going to be too bad because on one side the bolt started to to loosen but then it jammed. So, just like the control arms, I had to but off the tie rods, then cut them again to recover the boots as they don't come with the new ones. This is replacing the inner and outer tie rods. I would recommend that you always do both inner and outer along with coating everything in anti-seize or they will just seize again. Always do an alignment after this, they will be very far off. Alignment was an additional $99 on top of the cost listed. Took two long days to complete. At the doorlocks on both sides of the car the clear has worn away and it peeling. I presume since it's a high touch item and it's plastic this is going to happen. I popped off the locks and cover and repainted them so it wouldn't look so bad. Purely cosmetic, but an indicator of the years. I suspect the paint on much of the trim like this will need work shortly. Trim on roof was already done as well and repainted.
Aug 2017 116000 mi US $99	It turns out on these cars the belt tensioner and one of the pulleys goes bad, which can cause the belt to slip and then tear up the car, causing a lot of damage. After reading this on a forum, I checked mine, and the belt was 1/4 inch off the pulley. I replaced the tensioner, pulley, and serpentine belt. It took about 2 hours.
Nov 2017 118000 mi US $1000	Car was taken for alignment, but this was the final straw. It would not go into alignment any longer. It's been an issue with the car from the start, always being a very close to the edge of the alignment specs. But this time it was too far. To get this, I finally went aftermarket to fix it. I bought new shocks and springs, and then bought a set of Ground Control Camber plates for the front. These expand the alignment positions, permitting an extra 3 degrees above the stock settings. using this, I was able to bring the car not only within specs, but into perfect position. The car has never ridden this smooth before. Tires have always had the inner wheel worn out way before the rest of the tire because of this problem, now this is solved.
Dec 2017 118000 mi US $100	Wipers have stopped working. I found a fuse popped for the wiper motor and replaced it. Still did not work. I also replaced the Wiper Relay. Still does not work. Possible motor to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2009 - Jul 2012
Apr 2009 36580 mi	faulty inlet vanos solenoid (caused CEL to come on) driveshaft hanger bearing needed replacing
May 2011 66340 mi C $50	Windshield wipers stopped. Relay switch broken. Originally claimed not under warranty, even tho windshield wiper system was. They then allowed the claim after I complained to the manager.
Oct 2011 73160 mi C $50	Driver's side mirror would extend beyond normal, until reaching fully out, flush against the A-pillar. The motor was found to be at fault, and it was replaced.
Nov 2011 73780 mi C $1200	Passenger seat bottom replaced, due to excessive heating, completely covered by BMW
Mar 2012 79980 mi C $50	water pump failed, thermostat damaged

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Nov 2011 - Nov 2017
Dec 2011 87000 mi US $125	Bulb socket for angel eye headlight ring went out on the passenger side. This fix requires the removal of a wheel, the wheel well and the headlight housing.
Jul 2012 98000 mi US $125	Check engine light came on.
Nov 2012 106800 mi US $200	One bad coil pack
Jan 2015 119000 mi US $400	New plugs and cylinder coil
May 2015 161300 mi US $2300	Oil pan gasket PCV hose and oil separator
Jan 2016 158300 mi US $775	Replaced drive shaft/U joint Replaced front directional socket
Mar 2017 197000 mi US $500	Broken shock in rear after hitting pothole. Replaced both rear shocks. Replaced rear shock mount
Aug 2017 203000 mi US $650	Alternator replacement Coil pack was replaced
Sep 2017 203000 mi US $475	Replaced window regulator

BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Mar 2006 - Mar 2010
Oct 2006 12500 mi	Gear not shifting properly

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2008 - Jun 2016
Oct 2008 20000 mi	Blower motor failure.
Jan 2009 23000 mi	Warning light indicating ignition lock problem. Dealer replaced steering column and flashed software.
Oct 2009 28000 mi	Roundel on steering wheel was discoloring. This required replacement of the airbag.
Apr 2010 33000 mi	Replacement of worn trunk struts.
Jan 2011 40000 mi US $23	Headlight replacement.
Aug 2012 55700 mi US $400	Right rear seatbelt tensioner failed.
Aug 2014 77000 mi	Power door locks and fuel door stopped working. Took car to dealer, diagnosis was a blown 15 amp fuse (all door locks triggered at same time use 14.7 amps, dealer replaced fuse with a 20amp for free.
Feb 2015 84000 mi US $600	Bad thermostat.

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BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Jan 2015 - Sep 2018
Jul 2015 80500 mi	Windshield washer not working (washer pump failure).
Feb 2016 89000 mi	Now washer fluid seems to be leaking into engine??? Returning for service 2/3/16.
Mar 2016 91000 mi US $3000	Electric water pump failed during out of town trip. Replaced water pump + expansion tank (damaged by heat). Sensor does not provide warning as the pump was failing intermittently. Could have blown engine. Got lucky??? Coolant sensor flashed <1 sec.
Oct 2017 113000 mi US $1600	Front end rebuilt. [tie-rod ends] Also new tires and 4 wheel alignment. (Cost of tires not included in estimate) Oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Dec 2015 - Apr 2017
Apr 2017 208000 mi US $60	slow to crank, starter fixed the issue.

BMW 3-Series in New Brunswick, Canada Feb 2011 - Nov 2011
Mar 2011 89900 mi C $660	Replaced both VANOS solenoids
Nov 2011 92380 mi	Electric steering wheel lock warning light started showing up (in Yellow, not yet in Red)

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States May 2015 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015 109000 mi US $980	Needed a new power steering pump

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Jun 2012 - Sep 2016
Dec 2013 100000 mi US $1100	Passenger door lock actuator replaced Both rear wheel bearings replaced

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Aug 2011 - Jul 2012
Sep 2011 81000 mi US $2000	electric water pump failed and had to be replaced, along with thermostat and coolant

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2009 - Apr 2012
Mar 2010 52000 mi US $164	windshield wiper relay failed
Sep 2010 56000 mi	Headlight bulb.
Dec 2011 68000 mi US $1030	It needed the key module (in the dash) replaced due to intermittent failure. It also had the right front headlight washer replaced (due to leak).

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Apr 2015 103000 mi US $212	Blown left rear shock, replaced with Sachs unit on both sides along with all mounting hardware. Easy job.
Dec 2015 109000 mi US $300	Valve cover gasket leaking. Self-repaired.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2008 - Sep 2008
Jun 2008 25000 mi	Driver side window actuator.

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Nov 2013 - Feb 2024
Dec 2013 60140 mi	Part was replaced
Aug 2014 61580 mi C $538	Routine oil change, changed cabin filter & engine filter, replaced glass only on passenger side mirror after it fell off. Simple repair ordered mirror only, I snapped the black under mount off and the new unit snapped in with a healthy click.
Sep 2014 62000 mi	Drivers door was replaced under rust warranty.
Feb 2015 63240 mi C $418	replaced original battery. battery was 1/2 charging.
Dec 2015 65720 mi C $140	Car was very loud. Replaced 3 exhaust flange bolts. One was bad the other 2 preventative.
Aug 2016 66960 mi C $1052	Replace rear crank seal, replace oil pan gasket. Oil pan gasket was o'k I had it changed just as maintenance piece of mind.
Oct 2016 67580 mi C $1312	Replaced water pump and thermostat, latter preventively.
Jan 2018 69440 mi C $1028	Mileage is correct @ 112,647 I had guesstimated previously. Battery replaced frozen due to extreme weather conditions. Replaced throttle body assembly.
Mar 2018 69440 mi C $1028	Right turn signal bulb also replaced left side as I had the extra bulb. Watched a you tube video extremely easy repair total time 20 minutes. Took a bit longer as I did some cleaning in the area.
Oct 2021 73780 mi C $1222	It took 2.5 hours, 4 new tires , oil change, and change right front signal bulb I supplied. I really don’t know the labour rate as I don’t really look total bill was $1,397.00. I trust these folks as one problem I had years ago they told me I may need 4 sensors would have been approximately 4K I said if it had to be done do it as this car has been extremely reliable. In the end it was 4 bolts that hat rusted close to sensors the 4 bolts and labour was $99.00 these folks are very honest as they could have charged me 4K + tax. I have sent many people to there garage all are extremely happy with the work done on their vehicles.
Nov 2022 78120 mi	front springs and struts, alignment, oil change and battery

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BMW 3-Series in Victoria, Australia May 2016 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 50220 mi A $3000	turbo charger failed

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Dec 2005 - Mar 2010

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BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2008 42000 mi US $57	Rear high brake light assembly faulty.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Feb 2006 - Feb 2008
Apr 2007 18000 mi	cup holder was stuck and repaired.
Aug 2007 23000 mi	Cup holder rattle and replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2014
May 2014 155200 mi US $1400	ac issue

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States May 2007 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 36000 mi	Squeaky sound from fan. Originally, dealer said not problem could not hear it. But subsequently they did hear it and it was worse when brakes were applied. Going back to shop today Driver side door panel is all peeling. Very bad. At first dealer would not replace but now they are going to replace it under warranty Push button for trunk lid broke. Ordered new part.

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2009 - Sep 2012
Mar 2010 27900 mi	Rearview mirror would not dim completely. Blotchy. Replaced and working fine now.

BMW 3-Series in Great Britain May 2011 - Jul 2016
Mar 2015 74000 mi £200	Warning lights intermittently coming on, disabling DCS and ABS

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 37000 mi	Parking brake did not actuate. Car would roll when parked on inclines. Parking brake needed to be repaired, was pulling way too high. Fixed parking brake so only needed to be pulled up halfway to engage properly

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Oct 2007 - Jun 2011
Dec 2007 8000 mi	Minor oil leak from oil-temp/pressure sending unit (small oil spots on garage floor where car was routinely parked).
Jul 2008 15000 mi	AC not getting cold enough, checked - found refrig very low. Leak tested, found leak but could not identify location. Replaced all AC lines (high & low pressure), core, recharged system.
Feb 2010 35000 mi	Again due to climate control not working. All hoses to/from AC Compressor replaced (AGAIN), plus entire climate control panel on dash replaced. So far seems to be working again.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States May 2010 - Jun 2022
Dec 2017 93000 mi US $785	Front rotors and brake pads gone at 93k. It was fixed. It was a struck “open” thermostat. All good now.

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BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States Dec 2012 - Jul 2015
Jul 2012 27000 mi US $20	the yellow cog warning light presented itself. I replaced the salmon relay and topped off the fluid.
Oct 2012 28000 mi US $350	I had to replace the ac evaporator, drier, and expansion valve.
Jun 2014 51000 mi US $1200	received P0011 code. replaced vanos solenoid. Error persisted. inspected exhaust hub and found broken tab. replace hub with aftermarket hub. replaces all seals in vanos. replaced cam bolts while in there.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 12000 mi	SMG accumulator dead- replaced under warranty

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BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jul 2005 - Jul 2022
Feb 2005 7 mi US $32000	Water pump failed at 2500 miles. Warrenty no problem. BUT, showed a hot transmission warning, NOT a hot engine!
Sep 2008 38000 mi	Oil change, door handles sticky. Center dash above emergency flasher switch squeaky. Inner door handle peeling. Rain gutter clip broken. Lost drain plug cover for plastic cover on bottom of car.
Oct 2008 40000 mi	Fixed center dash squeak again. Replaced inner door handle.
Jun 2009 48000 mi	My center console has started peeling just like the door panels did. Dealer will not warranty. In contact with BMW NA now. My car is 06 but May/June 05 build.
Jul 2009 49000 mi	Repaired Center Console Peeling. Car is flawless!
Sep 2010 63000 mi US $500	Sloppy worn shifter. Installed BMW short throw shifter and flushed Radiator/Tranny/Rearend
Feb 2011 69700 mi	replaced right rear window regulator.
Jun 2012 84000 mi US $70	Automatic door lock actuators would not respond Key fob remote inputs
Nov 2012 88500 mi US $70	#4 ignition coil failed. Replaced.
Dec 2013 98000 mi US $825	Head bolts broken. Front four.
Dec 2014 105000 mi US $175	Idler pulley and tensioner
Dec 2016 125000 mi US $421	Water pump. Second one. Electric. First at 4000
May 2022 187000 mi US $1300	Clutch change. Normal wear.

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BMW 3-Series in Louisiana, United States Jul 2016 - Sep 2017
Sep 2016 96000 mi US $360	Car wiggled and pulled hard to the right. Replaced the lower control arms and the control arm bushings.
Feb 2017 100700 mi US $230	Cooling system refesh - Replaced expansion tank, all hoses, thermostat, water pump, and temp sensors. Replaced the cracked upper and lower intake boots. Replaced the failing fuel pump. Cleaned the MAF sensor.
Sep 2017 105000 mi US $275	Replaced front hubs and wheel bearings.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2005 - Mar 2010
Nov 2005 500 mi	Replace defective rear deck speaker.
Apr 2007 14500 mi	Engine loses power at 4000 rpm. Removed DME unit and sent to East coast to be reprogrammed. Works OK now. In shop 12 days. Dealer supplied loaner.

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2010 - Nov 2019
Jul 2012 75300 mi US $70	Windshield washer pump started leaking. Replaced pump.
Nov 2012 78400 mi US $430	Control arm bushings needed to be replaced.
Dec 2014 97000 mi US $2100	Oil gaskets replaced and cleaned oil sludge inside the engine. Replaced front wheel bearings Replaced power steering pump
Apr 2016 110300 mi US $1350	Gauge cluster failed and needed replacement. When the gauge cluster fails, the AC stops working as well.
Mar 2017 117000 mi US $1175	Transmission fluid leak. Replaced gasket. Steering rack was leaking fluid. Replaced rear brake pads.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2014 - Jul 2018
Jul 2016 99700 mi US $1250	Replaced radiator. Replaced sensor for oil level.
Dec 2016 104000 mi US $261	After 8 years, car battery died during cold spell. Called AAA and they replaced battery for $261. Great deal compared with what dealers wanted.
Mar 2017 105200 mi US $790	Replaced front and rear wheels. Shop balanced the new tires.
Jul 2018 116000 mi US $640	Fixed broken starter

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Nov 2010 - Mar 2015
Oct 2011 56000 mi US $50	Car would squeal while starting, technician noticed a cracked alternater belt & replaced it.
Dec 2011 59000 mi US $50	Noticed noise similar to the cracked belt that was previously replaced. Dealer found starter stuck in engage position. $1200 part replaced for $50 under extended warranty.
Mar 2012 62000 mi US $50	Bluetooth stopped working, then CEL, then had to be towed a couple of days later. Bluetooth issue and tow because of dead battery, diagnostic $125 and battery $350. CEL was for bad thermostat, replaced under extended warranty.

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010 41000 mi	Air Bag electronics

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BMW 3-Series in Iowa, United States Jan 2013 - Apr 2017
Nov 2015 87000 mi US $400	had to replace o2 sensor and repair ecu due to damaging o2 sensor wiring while replacing valve cover gasket

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2013
Sep 2011 73000 mi	Failed Radiator hose days after purchase. Fixed free

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2011 - Aug 2018
Feb 2015 62300 mi US $1381	Faulty engine thermostat from check engine light. Replaced engine thermostat, radiator hoses and lower temp sensor. Also replaced water pump as preventative in the area (incl in total).
Sep 2017 75000 mi US $722	Front sway bar bracket broken, replaced. Lower engine cover bracket damaged. No evident cause, though happened about a week after I had a branch caught under the car. Shop discovered it while fixing the sway bar bracket, couldn't tell what caused it either. Replaced bracket. Glove box latch broken - couldn't open glove box.
Dec 2017 77000 mi US $766	Whining noise from engine, particularly when cold, worse around 2-3k rpm. Replaced drive belt idler pulley, tensioner pulley, a/c tensioner, and drive belts (drive belts was more preventative - showing wear, but were not causing the noise, but just a small amount extra cost).

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009 21000 mi	One key's remote function failed--need replacement--part ordered. 2nd key's lock function failed. They fixed it while I waited.
Feb 2010 22000 mi	Leaky steering fluid line.
Oct 2010 26000 mi	Replacement keys came in, so they just paired it to the car.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2015
May 2015 52000 mi US $1850	Replaced A/C Evaporator

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States May 2012 - Apr 2017
May 2012 18000 mi US $285	Battery needed to be replaced.
Aug 2012 19000 mi US $449	Battery totally discharged. Tech checked total electrical system and found nothing wrong. Charged battery. leaking windshield washer pump and a couple of items that shop was "unable to duplicate"
Sep 2013 21000 mi US $1400	Right rear axle and pinion seal leaking. Replaced all necessary parts.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2013 - Oct 2014
Mar 2013 43000 mi US $150	Windshield/headlight washer reservoir leaking. O Rings on pumps replaced. Leak persisted. Found winshield pump leaking; headlight pump OK. Replaced windshield pump.

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BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Nov 2010 - Oct 2011
Jan 2011 19000 mi	PS rear window was replaced. A previous repair by another dealer caused this. They adjusted the window to repair a water leak incorrectly. This resulted in damaging the window. Now however the trim below the window rattles.
Oct 2011 31000 mi US $1500

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2017
Oct 2011 42500 mi US $52	The center console has bad emergency flasher/central door lock module (pretty typical of this model - susceptible to spillage from adjacent cup holder). Dealer wanted $130, part only (autohaus $52).
Dec 2011 43000 mi US $330	Oil leak -- had to replace oil filter housing seal (this is top of engine location w filter in housing that leaked).
Mar 2012 46000 mi	Replace DMS sensor; car had stalled while driving and would not restart. Towed to dealer which had to order part which took 3 days and then download software and recalibrate engine. Repair successful.
May 2012 46500 mi US $53	Car has CPO and Extended Maint warranty. W/o warning,it failed to start. Key and steering column lock not in sync. Dealer said problem could return again w/o warning; unsure of cause - just a glitch! This is two complete failures w/in 60 day
Jul 2012 47300 mi	BMW failed to start again, would turn over but not catch. Dealer diagnosed repair to misalignment w/in car's computer system. Dlr installed new software for entire car's electrical system rec'd from Germany, claiming "rare repair."
Feb 2014 59600 mi US $180	replaced belts. Also having problem with coolant light being on w/o coolant being low or having a problem with overheating. Interior heater does not work, however.
Oct 2015 69500 mi US $750	Ignition coil on #3 cylinder Ignition switch and brake sensor
Mar 2016 74000 mi US $1349	guibo - steering knuckle replaced. tie rods, replaced both sides - cost $660 total for this repair.
Jun 2017 78000 mi	This year of BMW (and I understand other German cars of same period) has a history of the plastic coating on wiring failing in engine bay due to heat, causing headlamp shorts. There is a diy fix of wrapping wires In electrical tape or pay the dealer lots more to replace harness.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2012
May 2010 10000 mi	Top was squeaking (#1) and passenger side seatbelt holder needed to be replaced (#2). Fixed #1 same day & Parts ordered for #2. Passenger side seatbelt holder fixed a week later.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Sep 2015 74400 mi C $1400	Sensor issues Replace seat bolster leather Replace electrical rear view mirror. Not successful has to be replaced
Feb 2016 78740 mi C $200	Air intake boot all rotted out. need to replace lower control arm bushings
Mar 2016 80600 mi C $200	lower control arm front, rear bushing
Apr 2016 81000 mi C $250	accessory belt idler pulley bearings done, also could be alternator bearing getting both parts. need to get more parts.
May 2016 81500 mi C $67	Replace idler pulley
Aug 2016 84980 mi C $400	Replace coolant expansion tank
Sep 2016 83700 mi C $455	Profile gasket replace
Apr 2017 94860 mi C $76	replace convertible glove box lock.
Dec 2017 101060 mi	Squeaky brakes. Re greased the pads and sliders

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BMW 3-Series in Arkansas, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 85000 mi US $1500	water pump, drive belt and a couple hoses.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2018
Feb 2014 60900 mi US $1000	Slight leak in radiator fitting. Replaced water pump and thermostat as preventive maintenance. Changed transmission fluid.
Jun 2018 88990 mi	Coolant leak. Could not replicate problem at shop. Car had leaked 1.5 liters on garage floor. Filled and pressure tested and no leak.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2012 - Sep 2015
Nov 2012 92700 mi US $2000	New water pump and expansion reservoir Pulleys replaced
Feb 2014 109700 mi US $50	Wire to headlight broke
Mar 2015 124000 mi US $400	Leaking oil filter gasket

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Aug 2016 - Jan 2019
Dec 2016 67000 mi US $500	Noticed leaking coolant, found two sensors that were leaking, replaced both sensors.
Mar 2018 74000 mi US $500	Transmission fluid leaking on exhaust causing burning oil smell. Found 2 leaking o-rings. Required replacing o-rings and wiring harness. Required dropping pan replacing gasket and additional transmission fluid.
Sep 2018 77000 mi	Burning oil smell, noted as leaking valve cover gasket. Elected not to repair at this time.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Apr 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 99000 mi US $545	Replaced thermostat and water pump.

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Sep 2016 - Oct 2017
Jun 2016 96000 mi US $1600	Starter was replaced.
Mar 2017 108000 mi US $145	Replaced fuel pump

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2016
Sep 2010 48000 mi	Convertible seal rip.
Mar 2013 65000 mi US $195	Car developed a vibration upon coasting after reaching 40 - 55 miles per hour. Parts were replaced. Valve cover gasket leaking. Oil indicator sensor was malfunctioning.
Dec 2013 71000 mi US $1800	Thermostat stuck open. Replaced thermostat. Oil pan gasket leaking. Replaced. Radiator outlet temp sensor leaking.
Mar 2014 72000 mi US $850	Rear differential seal was cracked and leaking. Replaced seal. Windshield washer pump went out. Glove compartment closure would not unlatch Roundel chipped
Jul 2014 75000 mi	Mounting bracket came loose. Bolts tightened.
Aug 2015 84700 mi US $1200	Thermostat housing was leaking. Coolant warning light indicated coolant leak. The radiator and coolant reservoir bottle were replaced.
Oct 2015 85500 mi US $200	Battery went out. Car had to be towed to dealer for replacement.

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