BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013	Window regulator

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Aug 2010 - Mar 2011
Nov 2010 44740 mi	Cracked then broke Power Steering pulley and a broken belt.
Mar 2011 45260 mi	BLOWER MOTOR FAILURE

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007 15500 mi	Felt inside rear driver side window came off.

BMW 3-Series in United Arab Emirates Jun 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 53320 mi ¤2000	Starter motor malfunction Radiator fan not working which caused overheating Water pump malfunction

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2014 - Mar 2017
Feb 2017 75000 mi US $275	ignition coil failure caused very rough running

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Mar 2010 - Jan 2012
Nov 2010 56000 mi US $125	Pulley bolt missing caused pulley to warp. Pulley and bolt replaced under extended warranty only $50 deductible on this problem. Rubberized coating of inside door grab was peeling off. Dealer agreed to pay half of material and installation of a new door panel @ $225 with me paying $225. Also offered to dye the rubber for $80. I chose not to rplc door panel but dye.
Jul 2011 69500 mi	Both Front Door Lock actuator had to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Arkansas, United States Jun 2009 - Mar 2015
Jun 2010 30000 mi	The driver side speakers stop working intermittently. The dealer could not replicate the problem.  The windows were squeaking and rattling. The dealer lubed the window seals and the problem stopped.
Sep 2013 63000 mi US $500	My right-rear wheel bearing needed to be replaced.
Feb 2014 64900 mi US $130	Battery needed to be replaced.
Apr 2014 65300 mi US $5	Blower fan was squeaking. Removed pollen filter and sprayed fan with WD-40. Easy fix.
Dec 2014 76000 mi US $2800	The Mass Air Flow sensor needed to be replaced as well as the PCV Valve. I also replaced the brakes and got an oil change. I think they PCV Valve and MAF were close to 2,000.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2010 - Aug 2013
Jul 2010 26000 mi	Dealer broke rear wiper assembly when they replaced wiper blade.
Sep 2010 27000 mi	Previous dealer in Ocala FL broke the rear wiper when replacing wiper blade. Fell off somewhere on the road. Collected repair part from Ocala dealer and took it to a different dealer in Orlando.
Sep 2012 53000 mi US $1000	replaced water pump

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Oct 2008 - May 2010
Jul 2008 6000 mi	Car died 6-8 times on a trip home. Flatbedded to BMW dealer. Engine management software totally replaced per instructions from BMW. Apparently KNOWN problem (svc bulletin) for this particular model. No problems since then.
Sep 2009 13000 mi	Drivers side lock actuator failed.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Jan 2019 - Feb 2022
Jul 2019 95304 mi US $132	A/C not cooling. No leaks found. Recharged.
May 2021 108000 mi US $850	Replace water pump and thermostat. Replaced L and R front thrust arm bushings.
Aug 2021 109000 mi US $250	Rear pads, rotors, hardware. Original rear brakes lasted 109,000 miles.
Sep 2021 110000 mi US $420	Replace rear shocks and mounts.
Nov 2021 111265 mi US $750	Rear wheel bearings. Right and left.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Dec 2009 - Nov 2014
Aug 2009 18162 mi	gaskets replaced in tail lights
Jul 2010 31000 mi US $50	Noisy valve tappet, replaced all exhaust valve lifters under warranty
Feb 2011 38307 mi	steering column replaced
May 2011 41092 mi	fuel tank vent seal replaced fuel tank breather replaced
Aug 2011 43000 mi US $50	front door lock actuator replaced
Sep 2011 43652 mi	battery replaced
Dec 2011 45783 mi US $50	input shaft collar resealed
Aug 2012 59527 mi US $50	drivers lock replaced
Mar 2013 60000 mi US $50	blower motor replaced under waranty blower motor replaced under waranty
Apr 2013 61300 mi US $50	bad coil pack, replaced under warranty
Dec 2013 74000 mi US $50	Starter replaced under warranty with $50 deductible Battery depleted probably due to high draw from bad starter Cracked valve cover replaced
Mar 2014 77000 mi US $610	positive jump post shorted out and took new battery with it.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Dec 2015 - Jul 2022
Mar 2018 69000 mi US $410	water pump and thermostat replacement
May 2018 70000 mi US $430	Replaced the non - OEM water pump and thermostat with OEM parts when the previous water pump was found to be defective.
May 2022 90000 mi US $400	Replaced rear brake hoses, which required replacing the rear hard brake lines because they were corroded together.
Jul 2022 91000 mi US $150	Fuel pressure regulator cracked, replaced

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Feb 2016 - Dec 2016
Mar 2016 122000 mi US $900	Control arm and bushings drivers side
Jun 2016 125000 mi US $750	Bad starter

BMW 3-Series in District of Columbia, United States Oct 2010 - Jul 2013
Apr 2011 26000 mi	Wicked sunroof rattle, fixed by relaxing seals and adjusting cassette.
Aug 2011 30000 mi US $120	Hood latch broken.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Aug 2016 - Aug 2016
Aug 2016 62000 mi US $180	Starter failed, in order to replace starter the intake manifold has to be removed. Starter and bolts along with Intake manifold gaskets were replaced.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Feb 2007 - Dec 2015
Mar 2007 18000 mi	low oil level warning came on. oil was not low. dealer manipulated engine to reset. dealer did not replace oil sensor. dealer said that it was a software issue and BMW had a fix almost ready to issue.
Sep 2007 31000 mi	driver seat rail cover had been loose since delivery...dealer did not have part, otherwise it would have been replaced at 1 year maintenance rear left wind deflector (under side) broke off sometime last winter...dealer would have replaced at 1 year service but did not have part. It was replaced on same trip as seat rail cover.
Jul 2008 50000 mi	Wind noise from sunroof...roof sealer/gasket needed replacing. was not sealing properly.
Oct 2008 54000 mi	Rear window wiper intermittent since April 08. Finally stopped at a time I could get to dealer. Needs new shaft. This was 2nd week in October. They ordered it from Germany. By 20 November it had not yet arrived.
Dec 2008 60000 mi	Rear window wiper had failed, outside of warranty. Dealer finally got part, replaced. All OK and there was no charge.
Oct 2009 74000 mi	steering wheel lock warning came on unexpectedly. Tech said it was software, and reflashed. However, within a few days the bogus warning was back again. Oil change is due soon and I'll have them look at it again.
Sep 2010 95000 mi US $100	Front L and R door lock actuators failed (proximate cause was blown fuse because of sticking and general malfunctioning. Replaced actuators and fuse.
Oct 2012 119000 mi US $3200	Check engine warning. Four oxygen sensors replaced. Did some routine maintenance at the same time.
Jun 2013 136000 mi US $400	thrust bearings (both sides).
Sep 2013 145000 mi US $621	Cup holder $66 Halo bulb $118 Outer tie rod, passenger $327
Oct 2013 145800 mi US $800	Water pump failure, $800.
Nov 2014 158000 mi US $650	main a/c and heat fan failed completely.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jul 2009 - Feb 2016
Dec 2009 31000 mi	Windshield washer fluid line became clogged. Dealer replaced check valve and blew out line with air. Covered under warranty.
Apr 2010 34000 mi	Central locking system failed, had to unlock driver's side door with key. Remote key fob would not unlock doors. Dealer replaced fuse and relay under warranty.
Sep 2010 39000 mi	Driver's side lower window seal was making noise when window was rolled down. Dealer said seal was damaged, ordered seal and replaced at later visit. Have since used Gummi Pflege on all seals. BMW warranty is great.
Dec 2013 72000 mi US $1700	Valve cover leaking oil, had indie shop replace valve cover gasket, and oil filter housing gasket. Coolant replaced since it was drained during work.
Sep 2014 80000 mi US $500	Valve cover gasket was leaking oil, was not the gasket, as was the case earlier when replaced in Dec 13. Valve cover was warped, had to get new cover. Had shop replace spark plugs while engine was apart.
Oct 2014 80000 mi US $440	Replaced drive belt and tensioner pulley.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2019
May 2017 95000 mi US $1200	replaced coils and sparkplugs

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2016
Jan 2011 38000 mi	Replaced Alternator and IBS
Jun 2012 48000 mi US $390	Battery replaced and registered
May 2014 67000 mi US $1105	Control unit replaced (ca. $1,200 goodwill from dealer) Sunroof aligned and gasket replaced
Jan 2016 US $1432	Misfire. #6 plug and coil replaced Valve cover gasket leak.
Sep 2016 77000 mi US $630	Drive belt slipping. Belt and tensioner replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Oct 2008 - Mar 2018
May 2009 13000 mi	Sunroof wind deflector screen popped out of frame.
Jan 2010 59200 mi	Knocking or loud valve lifters. All described here: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?&t=13504
Mar 2010 19000 mi	Still knocking occasionally however dealer could not replicate so cyclinder head not replaced. May have to wait for colder weather.
Oct 2010 25000 mi	Replaced seal on windshield wash fluid tank.
May 2011 31000 mi	Cup holder stuck. Both upgraded to later design.
May 2012 38200 mi US $50	ABS sensor indicated problem with rear wheel; turns out bad bearing caused speed variation. Have extended warranty thus this repair cost only $50.
Jul 2012 39000 mi	2nd time replace leaking windshield washer pump and seals. Prior replacement pump installed <2 years ago so this was a warranty repair.
Mar 2013 43000 mi US $78	Needed new battery. Interstate MTP-93 replaced under pro-rated warranty.
Apr 2014 51300 mi US $50	Windshield washer pump replaced for the third time since 2008. I've last replaced it in July of 2012. Warranty covered it, but still needed to pay $50 "deductible."
Jul 2014 53300 mi US $50	ABS Light on; 5df0 5df1 errors. Bad DSC hydraulic unit. Failure of ABS / DSC module + pump Dealer replaced just before end of BMW Gold Extended warranty
Dec 2015 67000 mi US $226	Original Bosch ignition coils -- 1 failed and caused CEL (cal misfire). Replaced all 6 with new model upgraded Delphi coils 12138616153
Mar 2016 71000 mi US $900	Interstate battery not holding good charge after 3 years. Replaced with AutoCraft Platinum AGMBattery, Group Size H8, 900 CCA Part No H8-AGM Original Bosch starter failed after close to 9 years manufacture date, 9 months after extended warranty expired :-(. High labor cost due to accessibility of starter.
Nov 2017 80000 mi US $2250	Engine oil pan gasket leaking, orignal bolts. Replace gasket & bolts. 127.97 782.82 910.79 S DWR 1 - NG6 OIL PAN GASKET 68.13 1 68.13 S 7-1 - NG6 OIL PAN BOLTS AUTO TRANS 53.45 1 53.45 S OIL LEVEL SENDER O-RING 6.39 1 6.39 J E 1 Valve cover gasket leaking, recommend replacing valve cover assembly due to 708.75 757.71 1466.46 age and crankcase valve wear. 0.00 Remove leaking/cracked valve cover, clean oil residue, install new cover 0.00 along with all associated gaskets/seals. S DC1 - N52 PLASTIC VALVE COVER 708.75 1 708.75

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Apr 2007 - Nov 2015
Mar 2010 17000 mi	Sunroof seal cracked and needed replacing
Aug 2011 30000 mi US $900	Bluetooth SOS module failed, part ordered and installed
Apr 2015 64700 mi US $3400	valve actuator failed - in the process damaged other parts.
Nov 2015 69000 mi	Door locks not working with key fob. Fob replaced but problem persisted.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Aug 2012 - Feb 2013
Nov 2012 71200 mi US $700	Broken windscreen on sunroof
Jan 2013 77000 mi US $440	Replaced battery

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2013 - Mar 2016
May 2013 59520 mi C $600	Operation (CHRISTINE @ 02/22/2013 11:52) COMPLAINT: REPLACE LEAKING VALVE COVER GASKET. CAUSE: VALVE COVER LEAKING OIL AND DURING REPAIR FOUND ECCENTRIC. SHAFT SENSOR CONNECTOR LEAKING OIL THRU CONNECTOR. CORRECTION: REPLACED VALVE COVER ASSEMBLY AND ECC
Apr 2014 67780 mi C $2900	totally rebuilt transmission replaced non functioning one.
Sep 2015 84320 mi C $1050	engine did not "turn over" on starting, battery seemed fine and was powering all the systems when the ignition was pressed. starter replaced.
Feb 2016 87420 mi	"Left rear shock is leaking and suspension is bouncy and soft"

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2012 - Mar 2013
Jan 2012 63501 mi US $50	Blown fuse found. Driver and passenger side door locks replaced.
Mar 2013 73000 mi	Driveshaft center bearing failed. Wicked noisy. Dealer replaced at no charge under CPO warranty.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2008 - Sep 2010
Sep 2009 25000 mi	Door lock solenoid replaced
Sep 2010 32000 mi	A continuing issue with the “Check Engine” light, which was probably caused by a faulty gas cap. Several visits to BMW dealers failed to fix this.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 17000 mi	Replaced warped rocker panel under CPO warranty before taking delivery.
Dec 2008 20000 mi	Experienced long cranking and took into dealer to inspect for fuel pump failure. Dealer could not replicate so no replacement but did admit the car recorded fault codes in the computer
Jan 2010	malfunctioning steering lock replaced

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2012 - Jul 2014
May 2012 41000 mi US $340	Bad ignition coil
May 2013 57000 mi US $45	Coil went out

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2007 - Mar 2010
Jun 2007 700 mi US $9	Missing Oil Cooler installed. Sunroof antitrap function.
Sep 2007 3700 mi	iDrive system constantly crashing. Sunroof constantly going into anti-trap function. Navigation system extremely slow and crashing.

BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Oct 2008 - Jul 2020
Dec 2008 39000 mi	Transmission leak: replaced seal around "mechatronic sensor" and trans pan gasket.
Apr 2009 40000 mi	Car said brake pads were worn out. Actually was software calculation error--pads were still OK. New software flashed into car computer.
Aug 2009 43000 mi	High pressure fuel pump finally failed after months of periodic "long crank time". Got check engine light and limp mode. Common problem on the 335i. Warranty on this part has been extended to 10yrs/120,000 mi.
Jun 2010 48000 mi	Power door lock was squeaking on unlock. Dealer replaced both door lock actuators per TSB. Also had a sticking exterior door handle. Parts are on order.  Rear passenger side exterior door handle was sticking in "out" position. Dealer is ordering 4(!) new door handles. May have been a TSB on this problem.
Aug 2010 49000 mi	Installed door handles ordered before.
Jan 2011 46200 mi	Rear power window regulator replaced.
May 2011 52000 mi	Fuel tank vent valve failed. Small leak in evaporative emissions control. Problem diagnosed on one visit, part installed a few days later. No drivability symptoms or fuel smell.
Jul 2012 55200 mi US $50	Had to put in new battery to replace original. Car requires computer resetting of adaptive values and battery capacity. Must be done at shop or with special equipment and software I don't have.
Sep 2016 68000 mi US $500	Front thrust bushings worn. Affecting handling and tire wear. Took 2 days because I also did tires and alignment.
Dec 2016 69000 mi US $500	Car was not warming up. Engine fan was running at high speed. Diagnosed as water pump or thermostat. Replaced thermostat and housing and electric water pump. No warning lights were ever displayed, but some hidden codes were stored.
Sep 2017 72000 mi	Driver's side airbag was included in Takata recall. Over a year wait between notification of problem and part availability.
Dec 2017 74000 mi US $150	VANOS solenoid was bad and giving me the "half engine" symbol. Never illuminated check engine light. BMW code reader indicated exhaust timing/cam problem. Swapped solenoids and the problem moved to intake a week or so later. Changed solenoid and all is well for now.

BMW 3-Series in Ukraine Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 24800 mi $50	Front driver side door actuator

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2008 - Jun 2011
May 2008 11000 mi	Sidemarker replaced. Alarm updated. Flat tires to Bridgestone RFTs. Runflats plugged else require replacement.
Jun 2008 11700 mi	Oil Cooler Retrofit due to high oil temperatures in moderate climate.
Mar 2009 20000 mi	Replaced exhaust and intake cam ledgers due to premature wear.
Sep 2009 27000 mi	Peeling steering wheel cover, low mileage oil change.
Jul 2010 37000 mi	Cracking and peeled weather moulding above the front windshield. Replaced under warranty by dealer.
Sep 2010 39000 mi	High pressure fuel pump
Mar 2011 47000 mi	Repaired leaking mechatronic sleeve to the connector as well as replacement of transmission pan and gasket.
Jun 2011 50000 mi	Radiator flush, power steering flush and reservoir replacement, oil change, rear brake pads/rotors replaced because of squeaking, brake fluid bleed/flush

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Nov 2011 - Sep 2014
Jul 2014 92000 mi US $4600	Upper bushings have worn out and degraded shift performance to almost unusable state. Update: The transmission failed and needed $6,000 to replace it. So I sold it as is and bought a Mercedes.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2007 - Oct 2012
Sep 2012 54000 mi	Oil level sensor failed

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2014 - May 2018
Dec 2014 75000 mi	Ignition coil and injector Water pump and thermostat. Thermostat caused a check engine light but was still functional. My mechanic claimed the water pump was also failing but I didn't see any codes. The pump replacement was covered by my 3rd party warranty.
Jun 2015 79000 mi US $450	DME died and was replaced.  Dealer also replaced 3 injectors.
Oct 2016 89500 mi US $6000	Replaced turbos, several hoses,  camshaft solenoids
Dec 2017 98000 mi US $100	Valve cover gasket.  Drive belt, pullies, and tensioner. Rear passenger window regulator went bad. Replaced several ignition coils and preventative maintenance, replaced coil and spark plug to fix misfire.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Feb 2007 - Dec 2015
Jan 2008 25000 mi	Squeaking noise from rear wheels. Diagnosed as brake wear indicator rubbing.
Mar 2008 28000 mi	Recurrence of squeaking rear wheels. Problem not diagnosed, but different problem discovered (out-of-spec parking brake bracket: ordered).
Dec 2010 75000 mi US $80	Windshield washer pump not working
Dec 2011 90000 mi US $500	Exterior windshield window trim cracking (long-term degradation). Trim replaced at same time as schedule maintenance. Rear window regulator failed (window would not roll up/down). Immediately took car in to have regulator replaced.
Jan 2013 104000 mi US $600	Water pump failed. Replaced.
Feb 2014 121300 mi US $200	Oil leak at valve cover gasket and oil filter housing gasket. Replaced gaskets. Low engine power, intake valves fouled. Removed manifold and cleaned valves.
Mar 2014 123000 mi US $20	Crankshaft position sensor failed. Sensor replaced.
Jun 2014 127000 mi US $10	Front suspension, upper and lower control arms replaced due to bushing wear. Vacuum hose leak leading to loss of power. Leak found to be broken vacuum canister attachment. Vacuum lines replaced, canister repaired.
Feb 2015 139000 mi US $32	Hood props worn, not holding hood open (gas-filled struts). Part replaced.
May 2015 142300 mi US $200	Boost solenoids not holding vacuum. Both solenoids replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2009 - Feb 2013
Jan 2011 52000 mi	Replace high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) under HPFP recall. Was experiencing HPFP failure symptoms (long crank, rough idle when cold, check engine light after cold start). These have now gone and car runs better even when warm.
Nov 2012 68100 mi US $500	Water pump failed. Symptom was the engine fan running on full followed by an engine overheat warning. Replaced the pump and thermostat with oem BMW parts. Also drained and replaced all the coolant.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2012 - Jan 2017
Jul 2012 76000 mi	Within 2 days of purchase, Engine Service light popped. VANOS problem. Took back to dealer, back 4 times for repair!! Still at Dealer who took it back to Auction House in Odessa for arbitration, who forced seller (Passport BMW in MD) to fix.
Jul 2014 92000 mi US $1500	Turbos started whistling and whining over about a one month period. Took the car to dealer and discovered both turbos needed replacement. BMW had released a recall, but car was too far past time and mileage.
Oct 2014 92000 mi US $646	Blower Fan motor stopped working. All indicators worked. Might have been FSU or Blower motor. Turned out to be blower motor, but replaced FSU as well for safety.
Nov 2016 112900 mi	Rough on start, bogging, no power. After warmup engine runs ok, then 15 mins later, engine reduced power warning, service engine light. Continues until key restart. Then 15 mins later, reduced power and service engine light. Repair FAIL.
Jan 2017 115000 mi US $1500	Going to have to find someone to figure out problem. No can help including dealer. Professionals are ignorant about this. VERY EXTREMELY FRUSTRATING. Quite chagrined.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2009 - Apr 2014
Nov 2009 28000 mi	Nav system freezes. Door locks would not open remotely. Lock actuators replaced. Door locks not working. Nav system freezing. Fixed under warranty
Aug 2010 39000 mi	Fixed the cupholder. The spring came out of the notch, so I pushed it back in. Took about ten minutes.
Jan 2011 42000 mi	AM reception was poor. It is still poor, but did not notify the dealer/mechanic. Will take it back after some time.
Jun 2013 49000 mi	Hpfp replaced. Engine warning light twice. Oil change. Spark plugs replaced.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2016 - Jun 2016
May 2016 73040 mi C $1200	Rich system code reported. Engine misfire.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Oct 2015 - Nov 2015
Oct 2015 125000 mi US $1000	Leaking oil pan gasket

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Sep 2006 - Sep 2008
May 2007 8000 mi	replaced passenger-side dash cupholder, which was broken when a passenger's knee bumped it. These cupholders are the typical afterthoughts offered by German carmakers, who don't think people should be drinking or eating in their cars (I happen to agree)
Mar 2008 17000 mi	There was a leak in the vacuum check valve, which caused the brake pedal to be very stiff upon start-up when the car had been sitting overnight. This is a known problem to BMW and on a technical service bulletin.
Aug 2008 21000 mi	Problem of stiff brake pedal upon start-up reoccured about four months after a vacuum check valve was replaced. More than 8 days in the shop -- and a visit by a BMW field engineer -- led them to diaganose a leaking vacuum pump. Pump still on order.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2015
Feb 2014 53900 mi US $800	Thermostat..routine maintenance
Sep 2014 56000 mi US $1200	Thermostat

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jan 2012 - Jul 2015
Feb 2012 57660 mi C $600	Rear wheel bearing needed replacement. Wheel sensor recognized the problem and shut down entire ABS and DTC system.
Oct 2012 62300 mi C $900	Water Pump Failed.
Mar 2015 86800 mi C $900	Replaced Valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket and spark plugs
Jul 2015 88660 mi C $800	Oil Pan Gasket replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States - Jan 2007
Jan 2007 6500 mi	Warranty- High Speed Fuel Pump.

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Jan 2016 - Feb 2017
Nov 2016 107675 mi US $1475	Replacement of valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket.
Dec 2016 107897 mi US $474	Valve cover gasket was faulty. Oil filter stand gasket replaced. A coolant hose cracked while the repair was being carried out. That was replaced as well.
Jan 2017 108383 mi US $96	PCV hose failed, causing another oil leak.
Feb 2017 108383 mi	Still leaking oil. It had to go.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Feb 2009 - Oct 2009
Jun 2009 29000 mi	Something to do with the air silencer was replaced. Didn't know it had a problem. Repair mentioned something about an "SIS" but not sure what they were talking about. Tire pressure monitor was lying and saying I had a low/flat tire when I did not. They just reset or reflashed something to fix it. Cup holder is of a very poor design (cheap, flimsy, comes out of dash right where people's knees are when sitting in front passenger seat) and after a light accidental strike by my friend's knee, the cup holder would no longer go inside dash. Replaced.
Sep 2009 32000 mi	Car told me I had a low tire when I definitely didn't. This is especially annoying with RFTs because you can't visually tell. I was on edge during my road trip hoping at no point I'd actually gotten a flat. Simply reset, no fix. This is a repeat issue. Aluminum trim piece on door was not successfully reinstalled when door was disassembled from past issue with water leaking past vapor seal. This dealer (Roadshow BMW Memphis) seems to be incapable of fixing things right the first try.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2009 16000 mi	Driver side rear view mirror would not move when pressing driver side memory button. Apparently this is an issue noted by the manufacture according to the dealer. Part replaced, problem solved to date.
Nov 2009 26000 mi	Transmission Hose leaking, very minor, repaired quickly without questions, with car pick up and delivery + equivilent loaner vehicle.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2018
Apr 2017 33000 mi US $1000	ABS control went bad, got a re-manufactured one.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jun 2011 - Apr 2013
Jul 2012 31300 mi US $420	Windshield washer pump failed and was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2010 - Dec 2011
Jun 2011 50000 mi US $400	Trace of leak from transmission/repaired no cost under warranty (now expired). Had oil changed, been 6000 miles, and car detailed.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2015
Jul 2010 40000 mi	Update to iPod software.
May 2011 47000 mi	transmission leak
Sep 2013 72000 mi US $1200	waterpump, thermostat failed
Mar 2014 80000 mi US $150	headlight worked intermittantly. wire casing lose or was disconnected and had to be replaced

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2010
Sep 2010 53000 mi	Extreme turbo lag - takes seconds to begin to accelerate. SOS light came on. BMW of Columbia said they'd come get the car and give a loaner. They never did and have had no correspondence since.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2012 - Mar 2013
Feb 2013 38300 mi US $900	I broke the transmission pan while replacing the brake pads. I used the paint cans to hold the brake calipers. Long story short: the paint can broke the tranny pan while backing out of the garage. What an embarrassing problem.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Dec 2009 - Jul 2018
Feb 2017 154000 mi US $2500	TPMS sensors needed to be replaced on two wheels after failing. These sensors were not OEM sensors, they were added to aftermarket wheels pre-delivery in 2015. Replaced with OEM parts. Rough shifting from 2nd to 3rd, replaced seals, mech sleeve, filter, pan, and fluid.
Mar 2018 171000 mi US $1100	Power sidevidew mirror on driver's side failure; full mirror replaced for $650 Passenger door grip coating failure, replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Feb 2011 - May 2011
Apr 2011 28000 mi	Sideview mirror motor failed

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States May 2007 - Apr 2010
May 2008 10000 mi	Updated software to make the acceleration smoother.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2007 - Oct 2009
Jun 2008 17000 mi	Broken cup holder
Feb 2009 21000 mi	Replaced the right rear seat belt -- it was difficult to put on as it would lock unless it was removed at the slowest pace possible.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2007 - May 2010
Jul 2007 4000 mi	iPod problem, would switch mode form iPod to FM radio after 10-20 min.
Aug 2007 5000 mi	iDrive display went out. Problem diagnosed as faulty cable, which needed to be ordered from Germany. Cable replaced and problem solved. Took over 3 weeks to get new cable - not good.
Aug 2008 17000 mi	Sunroof not opening properly - corrected by initializing the sunroof operation

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2016
Mar 2014 80000 mi US $2000	Oil filter housing gasket leak & engine oil pan gasket leak Window actuator replaced. Replaced control arm bushings
Aug 2014 92000 mi US $430	I had the rear driver side window motor replaced, but it still was messing up. It was an error of the repair facility, so I had them redo it. Front passenger door lock actuator replaced Replaced front struts, strut mounts, and control arms
Nov 2014 100000 mi US $287	Thermostat replaced Replaced rear shocks
Mar 2015 110000 mi US $681	Front passenger caliper leaking, and replaced.
Jul 2015 120000 mi US $470	Vacuum hoses connected to turbos were worn and severed. Those were replaced. Replaced DMTL valve, and relay on ECM.
Oct 2015 128200 mi US $440	Hesitation and rough idle due to oil leaking into plugs. Replaced valve cover gasket.
Mar 2016 142000 mi US $983	Water pump failed
Apr 2016 142500 mi US $952	Cylinder misfire, and bad ECM
Jun 2016 145000 mi US $1000	Turbos
Oct 2016 155000 mi US $250	Replaced Crankshaft position sensor. Replaced Mechatronic sleeve.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2007 - May 2010
May 2007 620 mi	After driving about 25 km, the transmission went into limp mode and refused to shift. After the car cooled down I took it back to the shop immediately. they said it was a computer malfunction and had the car completed by 11 am the following morning. Pr
Dec 2007 4960 mi	transmission shifts are very sluggish when the car is cold. Hard shifts when starting from low speed

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2010
Dec 2010 25000 mi	Just a rattle in the exhaust, was very loud but was fixed quickly by the dealer.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Mar 2010 - Nov 2013
Jul 2010 31000 mi	High pressure fuel pump and low pressure sensor replaced - warranty Scope work performed - warranty brake fluid changed - warranty one wiper blade replaced - warranty
Aug 2010 33000 mi	Vanos Solenoid Exhaust Jamming - Replaced exhaust Vanos Solenoid
Feb 2013 57300 mi US $480	Right rear window lifter/ regulator

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Feb 2007 - Jan 2017
Aug 2011 18000 mi	dealer did not properly tighten oil pan bolt, which came loose and dumped oil in my garage.
Mar 2015 30000 mi US $900	windshield washer broken

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Nov 2007 - Jun 2013
Jul 2009 14000 mi	Steering wheel lock malfunction warning. Sensor pulled, reinstalled, and reprogrammed.
Nov 2009 20000 mi	Steering lock malfunction. Lock replaced and software updated. Power brake vacuum valve leaked and was replaced.
Jan 2010 20000 mi	Horn was inoperative. Reattached wire from horn.
Nov 2010 25000 mi	Occasional rough idle and jerk from stop when taking off.
Nov 2011 30000 mi US $391	Rear window regulator broke. Window would not close. Regulator replaced.
Sep 2012 38000 mi US $1600	Check engine light. Replaced fuel emissions vent pump, VANOS solenoid.

BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Dec 2012 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013 39000 mi	Dynamic stability control system malfunction Periodic rough idling. Passenger airbag malfunction

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2010 - Mar 2015
Jan 2011 77700 mi	Car started shaking and vibrating upon cold start with check engine light on. Dealer scanned code and found faulty injectors were causing misfires. Replaced all six injectors and coils.
Aug 2012 75500 mi US $50	Door locks stopped working. Remote access no longer worked. Needed to use mechanical key to open driver's door. Passenger doors and fuel tank refused to open. Dealer replaced both front door actuators and put in new 20A fuse. Light bulb warning popped up on dash. Read out code: CC-ID 132. Dealer checked for shorts and replaced bulb assembly. No actual defects observed by owner. Water pump was failing and was replaced under extended warranty free of charge. This also caused a check engine soon light to go on.  Mechanic also noticed an oil leak under vehicle, and a repair was made to fix it.
Jan 2015 73500 mi US $1524	Car started overheating on the freeway and went into limp home mode. Needed to replace radiator and water pump, as well as coolant hoses.
Feb 2015 118100 mi	Angel eye light bulb needed replacing.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2015 - May 2015
Feb 2015 39200 mi	Engine valve cover oil leak
Mar 2015 40000 mi US $800	Initial repair was a valve cover gasket due to a oil leak. Still leaked oil. Dealer then said I need a new valve cover ($800) that included a PCV) drove home still leaking oil. Dealer also broke a air filter housing when replacing gasket

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Apr 2011 - Mar 2012
Nov 2011 40920 mi C $210	radiator was leaking and replaced under warrenty. However, the light was on within the week again. Going in next week again.
Dec 2011 42160 mi C $100	window pinch protection warning came on radiator continued to leak after initial repair. fixed in return visit.
Mar 2012 43400 mi	Sensor recalibration

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2014
Dec 2010 43000 mi	Oil change sensor falsely indicated oil change due
Jul 2011 56500 mi	My car broke down on a road trip and had to be serviced. Work was performed at BMW of Bloomfield NJ. They replaced three fuel injectors, under warranty.
Nov 2011 69000 mi US $1240	BMW of Silver Spring. Steady check engine light and then a "reduced power mode" incident during hard acceleration. Diagnosed faults for Cyl#2 misfire, replaced coil and plug for cyl#2 - $381. Transmission leaking oil, replaced mechatronic sealing sleeve - $859
Jan 2012 75000 mi	My rear window went down and would not go back up. I repaired it myself - stuck window regulator due to kinked cable.
Jul 2012 87200 mi US $1300	Replaced one bad coil and four other coils as pre-emptive measure since this was second bad coil in less than six months. Bad halo lamp (halogen headlamp)
Nov 2012 99700 mi US $175	Right Angel Eye bulb went out. Replaced both left and right units with LEDs.
Jan 2013 100500 mi US $1200	bad water pump and thermostat Leaking oil filter housing gasket replaced
Mar 2013 108000 mi US $35	Recall work - replaced battery cable and fuse box. Car had been stalling. Stuck front caliper
Sep 2013 117000 mi US $250	Replaced caliper that had a broken bleeder valve. Replaced center console air vent - diverter tabs were broken. Repaired peeling paint on rear console.
Dec 2013 122000 mi	Fog light became loose - required removing wheel well and replacing missing screw.
Mar 2014 125000 mi US $450	Replace cracked valve cover - new valve cover gasket, PCV valve and crankcase vent pipe also. Rear passenger window stuck in down position. Removed door panel and forced window back up.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2015
Jan 2014 82155 mi US $505	Oil Filter Housing Gasket was leaking and was replaced, also replaced serpentine belt at the same time. Electric Water Pump failed and was replaced. Thermostat was replaced as a preventative measure since they are attached and inconveniently located.
Sep 2014 95000 mi US $804	Occasional misfire, required replacement of fuel injectors #4-6 because they must be replaced in sets of 3.
Oct 2014 96000 mi US $318	Belt tensioner pulley(s) making very audible rattling noise.
Feb 2015 101000 mi US $660	Cam Bearing Ledges & Fuel Injectors replaced Running rough and oil pressure warning light illuminated several times
Jun 2015 101000 mi	Oiling system failure caused oil starvation to multiple internal components requiring an engine replacement

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2014 - Mar 2016
Dec 2014 93000 mi US $700	Water pump failed. Both water pump and thermostat replaced.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Apr 2009 - Oct 2011
Dec 2009 22000 mi	Center console started peeling near the storage door. Fixed by dealer no charge.
Jun 2010 23000 mi	Side signal light unit clips broke. Replaced under warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2008 - Jun 2022
Jun 2009 27000 mi	The rear passenger side window would not go up using the driver control. The window motor was replaced at no charge.
Oct 2009 34000 mi	BMW assist was never activated. When I tried to activate, it was defective and needed replacement. All under warranty. The gas fill cover pops open on its own. Dealer replaced mechanism under warranty.
Nov 2010 44000 mi	passenger rear window would not close from driver controls, one of the two buttons was not working one of two horn buttons was not working. successful repair.
May 2016 95000 mi US $2000	Replaced ignition coils and spark plugs Oil leak from oil filter housing gasket
Jan 2017 86500 mi US $170	TPMS part failure and replacement. I suspect that it was damaged or not properly re-installed when I was having wheel straightening and new tires.
Sep 2017 102000 mi US $3750	Replaced transfer case servo motor replaced rear differential seal Replace right axle seal
Sep 2018 108000 mi US $1900	water pump failure and replacement @1,500 plus misc battery cable, windshield wipers, manufacturers recall

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2007 - Apr 2011
Nov 2008 16000 mi	Harsh downshifting after coming to a stop, felt like you were tapped from behind by another car. Software update was applied to remedy torque converter not unlocking.
Jul 2009 22000 mi	low pressure fuel sensor

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Aug 2007 - Jul 2015
Oct 2007 2000 mi	Car will not start on occasion. This is an intermittent problem and tends to occur about once every two weeks. Car started every time when in the shop. Starting problem typically occurs after car sits overnight. Car will not start on occasion. This is intermittent problem that has not been fixed. Dealer reports car started everytime they tested it while at their shop.
Oct 2010 24000 mi	fuel system sensor malfunctioning so it was replaced under warranty at the BMW dealer.
Apr 2011 26000 mi	High pressure fuel pump failed and BMW is repairing all of their cars suffering from this manufacturing defect. High pressure fuel pump and several fuel injectors were replaced by the BMW dealer at no charge.
Apr 2012 32000 mi US $540	transmission fluid was leaking from mechatronic sealing sleeve. As part of the repair they also have to replace the transmission pan gasket.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Feb 2010 - Feb 2014
Nov 2010 57000 mi US $1645	All six fuel injectors failed. Just another issue with the twin turbo BMW fuel system. I am very disappointed with this ongoing issue.
Feb 2014 107000 mi	Carbon build up in engine head. Remedy: sandblast with walnut shells.  Also stability control sensor faulty.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jul 2011 - Jun 2018
Sep 2011 44000 mi	DMTL pump failed causing check engine light. Pump was replaced
Dec 2011 46000 mi	Vehicle has keyless operation. One key fob not working. Dealer indicated that door handle was the problem. Replaced
Apr 2013 54300 mi	Battery cable at fuse box loosened
May 2013 54900 mi	Drivers door lock inoperable with remote or switch in car.
Aug 2013 56000 mi US $131	Door locks became inoperable with remote or rocker switch. Only drivers door operated and only with key. Fuse on automatic door locks was changed and reset computer.
Jun 2015 66000 mi US $1168	Electric coolant pump failed.
Jul 2017 81195 mi US $1251	Air conditioning compressor making loud whining sound. Replaced compressor with new OEM.
Nov 2017 84335 mi US $842	Water pump housing cracked

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Sep 2015 - Dec 2016
Dec 2015 113000 mi US $15200	Piston failed and car threw a rod through the block.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2010 - Oct 2011
May 2010 32000 mi	iPod adapter will not recognize my iPod. Dealer wants to charge $300, since they claim it does not fall under warranty, therefore I didn't have them do the work at the time.
Jul 2010 34800 mi	iPod adapter finally fixed under warranty by a cooperative dealer.
Aug 2010 34000 mi	High Pressure Fuel Pump failed. Dealer replaced and software updated under warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2013 - Mar 2018
Sep 2013 72000 mi US $1100	Electronic water pump failure
Feb 2018 118000 mi US $4500	Valve cover gasket

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2010 - Nov 2014
Mar 2010 44640 mi	Outside window trim was discoloring
Aug 2010 48360 mi	Replaced twin turbos after complaining of irregular idling After driving since replacing turbos engine would go into safe mode after driving at high performance levels. Engine light came on indicating a temporary loss of power. Dealer tested and replaced fuel pump.
Dec 2012 63240 mi C $200	Replaced water pump and thermostat (latter preventive) Replaced HID light and Halo light myself - quite the task since required removing wheel, inner fender to get at part
Jul 2014 90520 mi C $1200	Removed garbon build up on fuel intake system, replace air cleaner filter and cabin filter replace spark plugs replace rear wheel bearings

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2011 - Jul 2013
Jan 2012 US $3000	Rims were cracked, rear tires bad, clutch bad. Sold me problems
Jul 2013 107000 mi US $1200	bad water pump

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada May 2014 - Sep 2016
Oct 2015 71400 mi C $1000	Water leak originating in the Water Pump. Replaced Thermostat, Water Pump, Coolant Sensor, and Radiator

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2018
Dec 2013 74000 mi US $300	Thermostat was stuck open causing the engine to heat up slowly. Gas mileage suffered. I also changed the pump at this time.
Nov 2016 102100 mi US $30	Faulty brake sensor.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jan 2007 - Sep 2013
Sep 2007 4000 mi	Nav was sluggish; missing poi search; missing arrow display groaning noise from engine compartment when A/C is on. dealer said refrigerant was low. dealer could not properly diagnose due to cool temperatures. will bring back next summer.
Dec 2007 5000 mi	A/C compressor went bad. Small oil leak. Head Gasket replaced.
Jun 2008 9000 mi	DVD Drive failure.
Jul 2008 9000 mi	New DVD drive installed.
Sep 2008 11000 mi	High pressure fuel pump failure caused car to report an engine malfunction.
Apr 2010 23300 mi	Long crank when cold starting
Sep 2010 30000 mi	High pressure fuel pump replaced. Second occasion.
Jul 2011 38000 mi US $50	door lock actuator replaced on 3 out of 4 doors.
Apr 2012 44300 mi	Replaced waste gates noisey fan windows not closing
Jun 2012 46000 mi US $50	diagnose engine malfunction indicator
Jul 2012 46000 mi	Got engine malfunction light. Valve cover or some other cover was not bolted down tight enough when waste gates were replaced.
Feb 2013 51400 mi US $50	DVD Player malfunction.
Jun 2013 55000 mi US $50	DSC malfunction, DBS malfunction,

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Dec 2014 - Apr 2018
Sep 2015 123000 mi US $48	Valve cover leaking oil. Replaced gasket.
Nov 2015 123000 mi US $203	Battery not holding charge when not driven for several days.
Aug 2016 136000 mi US $37	Filler tube for windshield washer fluid tank cracked and leaked.
Apr 2017 142000 mi US $258	Replaced rear brake pads, rotors and wear sensor.
Aug 2017 150000 mi US $15	Crankcase vapors carry oil to the intake ports where it builds up in the ports and on the valves and eventually disrupts air flow causing some roughness under acceleration. The intake manifold is removed and using special tools crushed walnut shells are used in a media blaster to remove the build up. No parts replaced. Just about 10 pounds of crushed walnut media. It needs to be done about every 40-50,000 miles.
Feb 2018 154000 mi US $70	One ignition coil
Mar 2018 155000 mi US $10	Ground strap between body and engine corroded causing no-start condition.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Aug 2011 - Sep 2013
Nov 2012 54100 mi US $450	replace one control arm

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Aug 2013 - Jul 2020
Sep 2014 50000 mi US $1200	Chipped alternator pulley caused serpentine belt to tear and eventually completely destroyed the belt. Pulley and belt were replaced and problem was completely solved.
Dec 2014 57000 mi US $1060	The electric water pump failed causing the engine to overheat and go into limp home mode. Replaced the water pump and thermostat and everything is back to normal.
Aug 2015 58300 mi US $1000	Rear brakes squealing and grinding. Found protective boot for rear calipers was torn allowing dust and dirt to clog brake piston causing them to bind up and not fully retract. Replaced rear caliper, brake pad and disc.
Jan 2018 63000 mi US $10	Central locking system stopped working properly. Was unable to unlock doors using key fob or lock button on the dash. Driver door still locked when using key fob or lock button after unlocking manually. Diagnosed the problem to a blown fuse in the central locking system (Fuse #57, 15A). Replaced fuse with a higher rating (20A) as per BMW recommended service.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2016 - Dec 2016
Nov 2016 104600 mi US $1100	Valve cover replacement

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2007 - Oct 2008
Aug 2008 8000 mi	Headlights shake excessively over rough pavement. Car makes a rhythmic metallic ticking noise at idle. Dealer attempted to fix the problem by performing a bleeding procedure, but noise persists.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Aug 2007 - Mar 2018
Jun 2009 16000 mi	Rattle noise in dash
Nov 2013 134300 mi US $1100	AC Fan short circuit
Mar 2015 170000 mi US $1200	Car door lock actuator malfunction. No locking with electric option Transmission whining
Mar 2018 205000 mi US $280	Fuel injection gets easily dirty. Changed coils, spark plugs, and added fuel injection cleaner

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2008 - Sep 2017
May 2008 22680 mi	Limp home mode activated on car while driving long distance. Engine reflashed.
Nov 2008 29389 mi	Limp home mode activated on car while driving long distance. Valve train sleeve repaired as part of technical service bulletin.
Jun 2010 50000 mi	There was a squeaking noise that the dealer insisted was from the turbo blow-off valve. I kept insisting it was most likely a brake issue. We kept arguing back and forth. The dealer wouldn't touch it unless they did it under the blowoff valve guise...
Sep 2010 52000 mi	The dealer finally found the root cause of the problem, which turned out to be a brake issue. It was in the shop for about half a day, and they filed off a part of the brake dust shield (I think) which solved the problem.
Jun 2011 61000 mi	Car was in for two items: high pressure fuel pump recall and oxygen sensor failure replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Dec 2008 - Oct 2021
Jan 2009 9000 mi	Defective oxygen sensor. Oxygen sensor malfunction indicated by "service engine soon" warning. Under warranty
Dec 2009 14000 mi	Bad speaker in drivers door. Speaker replaced
May 2010 18000 mi	Interactive cruise control stopped working. Replaced sensor under warranty. Would have been ~ $400 if not under warranty.
Jan 2013 39500 mi US $59	Rubber mud flap under the car needed repair.
Feb 2013 36600 mi US $350	replaced oil filter seal o ring. Dealer quoted $ 645. change brake fluid. Dealer quoted $ 180. replaced oil filter seal o ring. Dealer quoted $ 645.
Dec 2014 45000 mi US $856	The car is equipped with key in the pocket locking, unlocking and starting. The unlocking function was failing intermittently. Replaced the ISB cable. Also alledgedly needed a new battery after only 2 years.
May 2016 50300 mi	Surging under hard acceleration. One coil replaced.
Jan 2017 49800 mi US $300	sponge rubber door gasket split and was leaking air
Feb 2018 56000 mi US $217	The aux in receptacle detached from the bottom of the console and had to be glued back in

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Apr 2007 - Sep 2013
Jun 2008 15000 mi	During body shop work the seat thigh bolster locking mechanism was broken. Parts were shipped overnight and repair was successful on day 2. Loaner was provided.
Nov 2008 20000 mi	Experienced 3 "Engine Malfunction - Reduced Power" messages. Dealer read codes and needs car for several days to diagnose. Haven't returned for service yet, put a new tank of gas in, problem seems to be resolved on its own. Suspecting a bad tank of gas.
Dec 2008 21000 mi	Known defect was determined in cam ledges and rings causing a groove allowing oil leakage leading to low oil pressure in Vanos system. Parts where ordered and replaced and car has been perfect ever since. This is the same November issue - not bad gas.
Feb 2009 23000 mi	A/C was performing poorly, alternator was loud. Refrigerant was found to be low. Source of leak not identified. Refrigerant topped off. A/C cools and alternator is quiet. Driver-side cup-holder was jammed in dash. Replaced.
Dec 2009 34000 mi	Turbo wastegate hose had become pinched by a clamp causing underboost conditions.
Mar 2010 37000 mi	Loud crunch when going over speed bumps. Strut support was loose, retorqued.
Apr 2010 37500 mi	Failed high pressure fuel pump. Replaced with latest version of component.
Nov 2011 59000 mi US $900	Low coolant warning appeared multiple times over 6 months after top offs. A leak in the radiator hose was found after a pressure test. This was not covered by my extended warranty. Oil leak was discovered during inspection around the oil filter housing. This was 100 percent covered by my extended warranty.
Jan 2013 40800 mi	Water pump failed. Symptom was radiator fan cutting on immediately and at high speeds. Wastegates on turbos were out of adjustment causing boost cutout in 5th and 6th gear at highway speeds. Oil leak around fuel filter housing. Second failure of same part.
Jul 2013 80000 mi	Both differential seals leaking Oil pan leaking Check engine lights - VANOS solenoid needed replacing

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Dec 2011 - Sep 2015
Apr 2013 62300 mi	Both turbos replaced, trouble with vacuum leak after reinstallation of engine/trans
Jan 2014 61800 mi US $120	Replace Xenon lamps DIY
Mar 2015 79000 mi US $1850	Replace water pump, T-stat and a couple of hoses.
May 2015 80000 mi US $1600	Gasket leak.  2 new coils and intakes needed blasting to clear carbon build-up.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2007 - Oct 2010
May 2007 1000 mi	Had "Service engine soon" light come on. Stopped by Schuck's to have it scanned, turned out to be a loose gas cap warning
Jun 2008 10000 mi	Driver mirror was not holding memory positions. Mirror motor was replaced and it has worked perfectly ever since.
Sep 2009 22000 mi	The water pump failed at 21,000 miles. The dash displayed a yellow engine warning light that shortly turned red. Limped the car 0.3 miles home and called the dealer. They had a tow truck come and get the car, diagnosed the problem and fixed it.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jan 2013 - Mar 2014
Dec 2013 74000 mi US $350	Coil misfire covered by warranty. Exhaust flap

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jul 2009 - Oct 2014
Feb 2010 36000 mi	replaced high pressure fuel pump.
Aug 2011 60500 mi	Reduced power message - Limp mode. Dealer replaced HPFP under recall.
Mar 2012 71000 mi US $230	engine malfunction; reduced power warning; leaking vacuum control valve in intake; replaced valve
Jul 2014 109300 mi US $300	Engine malfunction/reduced power warning Found split vacuum line for turbo pump.
Sep 2014 111000 mi	reduced power engine malfunction warning still comes on intermittently. Shop cannot find source of error.
Oct 2014 111000 mi	engine malfunction; reduced power warning. Shop unable to locate source or fix. Comes on intermittently

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2007 - Jul 2013
Oct 2007 6000 mi	Dealer replaced high pressure fuel pump under warranty. Symptoms were slight hesitation and illuminated "Service Engine Soon" light on dash. Car did not strand driver.
Jan 2009 13000 mi	Aluminum alloy window trim oxidized, replaced under warranty. Aluminum alloy window trim oxidized, replaced under warranty; repair faulty and new part ordered. Aluminum alloy window trim oxidized, replaced under warranty
Jun 2010 23000 mi	Check engine light came on during track day and wanted it checked.
Mar 2011 30000 mi	Car went in to fix the radio, a problem noted under warranty, but car was days out of warranty. Dealer replaced radio.  Also replaced high pressure fuel pump.
Jul 2013 46000 mi US $900	Door lock fuse blew. Doors inoperative from inside the car. A well-known symptom of a failing actuator. First you replace the fuse, then after the 2nd or 3rd fuse, you replace the actuator. Replaced the fuse and traded the car.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Sep 2015 - Apr 2018
Jul 2015 67000 mi US $39	Replaced rear passenger side window regulator.
Aug 2015 72000 mi US $740	Replaced water pump & thermostat. Drained cooling system and replaced with fresh coolant.
Sep 2015 76000 mi US $39	Replaced rear driver side window regulator.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2007 - Aug 2012
Jun 2007 2000 mi	Sounds like exhaust shield rattle. dealer duplicated it on another 335i. entered puma case
Jul 2007 2000 mi	same as previously noted... rattle from engine at 1500rpm and higher.
Sep 2007 3000 mi	same as before... rattle from engine/transmission. no fix avail yet.
Mar 2008 6000 mi	Computer shows 25,000 or 2 years for first oil change, wasnt fixed in the first trip, still isnt fixed.
May 2008 8000 mi	Resolved by updating the software
Aug 2008 9000 mi	HPFP failure.
Dec 2009 16000 mi	22k oil change indicator, squeaky brake sensor (front)

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jun 2007 - Jul 2008
Jan 2007 11 mi	Pass side wing mirror glass cracked on its own and was replaced under warranty

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Apr 2015 - May 2017
Dec 2015 86800 mi C $1200	Water pump and thermostat. Latter preventive.
Jun 2016 91140 mi C $1500	Air intake sensor replaced, Vanos solenoids replaced, spark plugs and ignition coils replaced.
Dec 2016 96720 mi C $7000	Cracked valve cover, faulty injectors, leak around oil filter housing.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Nov 2012 - Mar 2013
Jan 2013 86300 mi US $100	Replaced both rear window regulators under CPO warranty. $100 deductable

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2018
Mar 2010 39000 mi	Front Passenger wheel felt loose over bumps at low speed. Dealer replaced ball joints becuase they had play. clunking in passenger front wheel when going over bumps. Dealer replaced bushings.
May 2010 41000 mi	Turbo Wastegates making noise at low RPM's and when revved. Dealer replaced the wastegates. Dealer also noticed something was wrong with steering column and replaced the joint there as well.
Aug 2016 97000 mi US $5200	Ecu went bad. They tried chaniging a couple things but problem followed ecu. Had to replace ecu and coils I think.

BMW 3-Series in District of Columbia, United States Aug 2007 - Jan 2015
Nov 2008 8000 mi	Low coolant light. Dealer topped off coolant and pressure tested the cooling system for leaks. None were found. Right rear window would not close when fully opened unless the window switch was rapidly used or after waiting for 30-60 seconds. Mechanical binding in the window regulator caused the motor to activate the anti-trap feature. Regulator replaced.
Oct 2009 15000 mi	Central locking system failed and only the driver door and the fuel door could be opened (they are the only ones that can be manually unlocked). Front two lock actuators were replaced. A cable for the lock actuator in the passenger door was left unhooked when the car was returned. The door opened from the interior handle and locked/unlocked, but the exterior handle was not functional. Dealer connected it and it works now.
Nov 2010 22900 mi	Passenger door would not completely latch shut. The door would close and lock, but there was wind noise when driving and a noticeable gap when viewed from outside. The door could also be pushed in from the outside, but wouldn't stay.
Mar 2011 25000 mi	Bad seal on the (head?) gasket was causing oil to leak onto one of the sensors. Car would only start intermittently and different error lights would appear overtime the car would restart.
Aug 2012 36500 mi US $50	When taking it in for an oil change, the tech noticed oil leaking onto the engine. Traced back to a leaky gasket (again). Car showed no symptoms yet other than visible oil in the engine bay. Previous repair of oil leaking from gasket was performed with a faulty part. Oil was leaking again causing a burining smell and smoke from engine bay. Repair was repeated and successfull this time.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Oct 2017 - Mar 2018
Feb 2018 162000 mi US $1400	Had to replace whole cooling system due to coolant leak

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Oct 2010 - Jul 2012
Apr 2010 29000 mi	Locking system stopped working. Dealer replaced front door units and control module. Warranty.
Oct 2011 40000 mi US $50	Driver side mirror would not fold in properly, nor would mirror adjust to an angle allowing safe rearward vision.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015 53000 mi US $32	Replaced blown high beam light bulb

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2016 - Aug 2017
Jun 2016 86000 mi US $800	rear gasket oil leak
Jul 2017 90000 mi US $300	another oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 73000 mi	Spark plugs replaced and ignition coil for 3rd cylinder was also replaced

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Feb 2007 - Oct 2009
Aug 2007 21000 mi	Car was riding harsh since new. Already replaced factory runflats with conventional tires, only a little better. Had them check it when performing factory maintenance. Found shipping spacers in the right rear susp. Now it rides like a luxury sport sho
Dec 2007 28000 mi	Noticed a ticking sound from engine on startup. Dealer said it was a known problem (sticking lifter) and fixed it by revving to 2500 rpm for a minute. According to the forums, it's a known problem. Will probably be fixed after warranty expires at my ex
Dec 2008 48000 mi	Metal on leading edge of shift knob is raising. Per SA, a known problem.
Apr 2009 52000 mi US $472	Pinion seal seeping on front of rear differential. I am trying to get BMWUSA to help with the cost even though it has over 52,000 miles, it's only been in service a little over 2 yr. Time in shop may be a little misleading. I left the car while on vaca.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2010 - Aug 2018
Apr 2011 33000 mi US $1370	steering wheel lockup. seems to be common problem on BMW. Hope this isn't indication of long term reliability.
Jul 2011 35300 mi US $425	Faulty air bag sensor in front right door replaced Side mirror doesn't adjust correctly. Would cost $800 to fix.
May 2012 40900 mi US $980	motor in the side mirror was broken,
Jan 2013 46000 mi US $2630	replace valve cover $1600, rear brake $1000
Sep 2015 52000 mi US $148	Replaced window trim. The black rubber/plastic was deteriorating and cracked. It looked terrible.
Feb 2017 57000 mi US $1100	leaky valve cover cracked power steering reservoir. replaced.
May 2017 58000 mi US $455	Driver side rear window regulator broke. Replaced regulator.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jan 2015 - May 2022
Nov 2017 139000 mi US $140	Front brakes
Mar 2018 139000 mi US $75	Oil filter [housing?] gasket replaced
Feb 2019 165000 mi US $400	Replaced spark plugs and ignition coils Replaced blower motor and sensor
Nov 2019 151000 mi US $430	starter replaced O2 sensor replaced /ground wire replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2010 - Jan 2020
Jul 2010 44000 mi	Steering wheel lock system froze. Required replacement of steering column and reflash of computer.
Sep 2010 48000 mi	Gear shift handle had peeling chrome, replaced by dealer under warranty. Rear window to trunk rubber trim was replaced by dealer under warranty. Brake fluid flushed and replaced by dealer under warranty.
Jun 2011 50000 mi US $800	Climate control module stopped working, went completely dead and blank, no lights, no functions, no heat-cooling or even fresh air circulation. Dealer ordered and replaced with new module and did required reprogramming of unit.
Jan 2013 60000 mi US $550	Secondary air pump and sensor failure. Both replaced by dealer.
Feb 2014 73000 mi US $800	Excess play in steering, replaced steering rack. Air conditioning condenser fan vibrating and noisy. Replaced fan. Belt tensioner loose and out of alignment, bad bearings. Replaced tensioner.
Aug 2015 87300 mi US $90	Right rear window froze in down position Regulator was broken, plastic cable retainer snapped off. Replaced with after market regulator assembly, cheaper and better made than OEM BMW.
Oct 2015 88300 mi	Drivers door lock actuator would not unlock door. Locks OK, doesn't unlock. Can unlock with key.Inside handle will unlock. Very expensive OEM parts and labor, over $450 to repair at dealer. Looking for other supplier of parts and labor.
Nov 2015 89000 mi US $450	Power steering pump bad noises, replaced with new pump. Driver's door lock would lock but not open with remote. Could open with key and from inside handle. Replaced door lock actuator. Belt idler pulley making loud clanking noise. Pulley replaced.
Jan 2016 89200 mi US $600	39 month Bosch replacement battery died. Had been installed by indie shop and supposedly registered to computer. Don't think it was done Original battery lasted six years. Went to dealer this time for new battery and registration.
Jun 2016 92000 mi	Power steering pulley was loose causing clanking noise. Improperly replaced on previous repair. New pulley installed, no charge under dealer warranty of previous repair.
Aug 2016 94000 mi US $450	Replaced control arms, upper and lower. Fluid filled bushings were cracked and loose.
Mar 2017 101000 mi US $1278	Water pump and thermostat replacement.
Jun 2017 103000 mi US $374	Lower control arms replaced with M style, original arms bushings were worn.
Mar 2018 109000 mi US $450	Oil filter housing gasket replaced,  Also replaced guibo at transmission to driveshaft.
Jun 2018 110000 mi US $400	Replace motor and transmision mounts
Aug 2018 114000 mi US $485	Transmission vibration under light acceleration between 1500 and 2400 rpm. Changed transmission filter and oil. Vibration cured. This is GM 6L64 trans. Problem appears to be torque converter lock up engagement slipping.
Mar 2019 117000 mi US $750	Oil pan leaking. Changed gasket.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2010 - Oct 2011
Feb 2011 25000 mi	A light bulb was out. The dealer replaced the bulb and changed engine oil, replaced air filter.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2011
Jan 2011 45000 mi	Right door actuator failed. Fuse blew for all doors. Could't open any door except driver's door could open with key and manual from inside. Used emergency opener for fuel filler door. Installed front door actuators and bigger(20 amp)fuse

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2014 - Dec 2015
Dec 2014 59000 mi US $2900	Engine was misfiring and lacked performance. diagnosed to faulty coils.
Oct 2015 67500 mi US $4000	Bluetooth failed for 3rd time,  injector, coil issues.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2010 - Oct 2011
Oct 2010 45000 mi	Grinding noise when releasing clutch pedal. Replace transmission and dual mass flywheel. No change in noise.
Nov 2010 47000 mi	Seat moving during acceleration or braking. Fixed by replacing seat.
Oct 2011 58000 mi US $50	Xenon headlight failed. Igniter / ballast replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2010 - Oct 2012
Mar 2011 46000 mi	Driver side mirror had manufacturing defect and would not adjust properly Windshield seal was badly cracked and was replaced
Oct 2011 50000 mi US $800	Low coolant warning light came on. Crappy plastic radiator had two cracks and was leaking. Radiator was replaced for $797.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2014 - Apr 2017
Jan 2014 63000 mi US $2500	Oil leaks. Replaced: Valve Cover Gasket, Oil Filter Housing Gasket, Oil Pan Gasket, and Main Seal.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2017
Feb 2013 94000 mi US $900	Car started cranking slowly. Car still has original battery. Replace with new battery. Finally car stopped cranking. Starter motor failed. Replaced with remanufactured non-OEM starter motor. very complicated to replace starter motor.
Apr 2015 111200 mi US $1300	Usual Electric water pump failed. Changed Water pump with new water pump along with thermostat (which also has issue as per computer). Dealer wanted $1700, indy shops wanted $1300. replaced parts myself.
Feb 2017 119000 mi US $300	Radiator pin hole leak, changed Radiator with OEM BEHR and top hose replaced, coolant refilled and air purged.

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Feb 2011 - Oct 2013
Mar 2011 47000 mi	Replaced valve lifters for engine ticking on cold starts after short trips
Oct 2012 74800 mi US $50	Oil leak due to leaky valve cover gasket window lock out switch was stuck in on (down) position
Oct 2013 92000 mi US $300	Oil leak from valve cover gasket Rear passenger window regulator replaced

BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Mar 2010 - Apr 2014
May 2010 30760 mi	Head gasket leaked small amount of oil, required replacement.
Sep 2012 58900 mi C $30	Gasket leaking. Required replacement.
Nov 2013 80600 mi C $500	Blown Starter

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Feb 2007 - Apr 2010
Oct 2007 9000 mi	Tyre pressure monitor would not reset. This is a known problem affecting a small number of cars and requires the whole ECU to be reprogrammed from scratch which takes a couple of hours. Car was returned washed and vacuumed.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2008 - Apr 2019
May 2011 26000 mi	Check engine light came on and they replaced a sensor under original warranty
Aug 2011 28000 mi	Warning light on the dash appeared for ABS/DSC. BMW service tech got diagnostic code to replace DSC hydraulic unit, which he did.
Jun 2013 36000 mi	Fan assembly needed replacing. During an oil change the mechanic noticed when idling, the car was overheating.
Apr 2015 42200 mi US $842	Replace Electronic Steering Control Unit.
Sep 2015 44000 mi US $812	Doors would not open from inside the vehicle, locking the driver inside the vehicle. Doors would only open with stick key inserted into the outside door locks. Two door locks with motor actuators were replaced.
Apr 2017 50000 mi US $380	Replaced belt tensioner.
May 2017 50000 mi US $175	AC was leaking. Front floor was wet.
Jun 2017 50000 mi	Driver airbag was replaced due to a recall

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2011
Jul 2009 25000 mi	Electric door lock relays failed. Dealer replaced both under warranty.
Aug 2009 27000 mi	Check engine light came on - was due to sticky gas cap switch.  Replaced a roof rail that was flaking off. Had them listen for a squeak coming from rear parcel shelf-could not replicate.
Sep 2009 29000 mi	Service warning light came on - faulty brake sensor, changed the oil too.
Feb 2010 33000 mi	VANOS exhaust solenoid needed replacement. Radiator needed replacement as it had an integrated sensor. Headlight burned out.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2013 - Oct 2016
Mar 2013 61000 mi US $1975	DSC / ABS module needed repair.
Aug 2013 72000 mi US $50	Trunk release latch sealing gasket broken.
Oct 2013 75000 mi US $410	Xenon bulb was flickering and died out...needed to replace xenon bulb.
Sep 2015 100000 mi US $1400	Crankshaft sensor needed replacement Valve cover leaking - needed replacement

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Dec 2009 - Oct 2010
Mar 2010 34000 mi	replaced TPM sensors on two tires and regulator for TPM system.
May 2010 38000 mi	finish peeling from steering wheel audio control area. installed new steering wheel panel.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2022
Jan 2010 24000 mi	Door lock actuators malfunction & related fuse blown requiring replacement of both.
Mar 2015 44000 mi US $696	Cam cover gasket leak

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Nov 2009 - Jul 2012
Mar 2010 22000 mi	voice command not working BMW assist button inoperative; telephone volume through bluetooth inaudible, could not be increased. Still in the shop after 3 days - second visit this month

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2014
Feb 2012 39900 mi	Car would not start.....Faulty eccentric shaft sensor gear had chipped tooth, also valvetronic motor had chipped gears. Both required replacing. Also Belt tensioner failure required drive belt tensioner & drive belt replacement

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2016 - Apr 2016
Apr 2016 92000 mi US $1100	Camshaft sensor bad. Car was jurking a lot and coming to halt intermittently.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 37000 mi	Engine clicking noise. Dealer replaced exhaust HVA elements (lifters), replaced valve cover gasket and cam bolt. Dealer did not replace cylinder head which may be needed if clicking noise comes back.
Mar 2010 37000 mi	Engine clicking noise came back after a week. Replaced cylinder head.
Apr 2010 37000 mi	Replaced telematic control unit. Replaced engine rubber mounts for stablizer mounting on front axle (due to complaint about strange noise). I am still having an issue about rattle and creaking noise when going over small bumps. I've been to the shop 4-5 times combined with other issues. They have lubricated the door seals, placed felt in areas of the center armrest console and wiped down the glass windows. Lessened but still there.

BMW 3-Series in Victoria, Australia Aug 2010 - Feb 2011
Jun 2010 16120 mi	Replaced front door locks and replaced central locking fuse with a higher voltage.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Jul 2008 - Apr 2010
Aug 2008 11000 mi	Condition-based maintenance computer did not reflect miles driven in first year - started with 16,ooo miles until maintenance and did not change in 10,000 miles
Jun 2009 19000 mi	DSC & Brake MIL - found faults in DSC module faults 94B5 & 5E43. Replaced STL steering column switch cluster, reset steering angle sensor, updated software

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Mar 2008 - Sep 2017
Sep 2010 67000 mi	Moon roof pinch protection warning light came on. Reset of system solved problem.
Jan 2011 74000 mi	Moon roof pinch warning light illuminated, system checked and warning light reset.
Sep 2011 88000 mi US $50	Passenger's rear window motor failed, warning light lit. Dealer replaced window regulator, solved problem.
Mar 2013 120000 mi US $370	Oil stand gasket replaced.
May 2013 122000 mi US $2160	Updated software for engine and transmission. ABS hydro pump failed, replaced.
Sep 2013 130000 mi US $350	Steering wheel sensor failed, replaced. Serpentine belt tensioner beginning to fail, replaced.
Aug 2014 150000 mi US $650	Valve cover gasket replaced
Nov 2014 156000 mi US $350	Window regulator broke, replaced.
Mar 2016 178000 mi US $875	Replaced valve cover gasket and changed spark plugs. Car now burns oil and has rough idle.
Apr 2016 178800 mi US $450	Valve cover was warped, which was causing a bulge in the gasket allowing air in. Replaced valve cover.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States May 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011 38000 mi US $150	Mass Air Flow meter died. Car had to be towed to the repair shop where mechanic hooked code reader to the ODB and saw what part was the problem. The part was replaced and everything is fine. Rear left window regulator died. Windows was stuck in down position. Part had to be replaced the same day.

BMW 3-Series in Hawaii, United States Sep 2009 - Aug 2012
Aug 2010 26000 mi	Driver door lock would not open except with key.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2012 - Dec 2014
Oct 2013 62300 mi US $109	Original Battery failed.

BMW 3-Series in Mississippi, United States Jun 2012 - Sep 2017
Aug 2012 61600 mi US $150	ABS Brake System had to be replaced. Total cost was about 1300 but I had an extended warranty that paid all but 150
Dec 2014 117000 mi US $100	Valve cover gasket
Dec 2015 143000 mi US $350	Car would not start. Tried to jump start but didn't work. Found mechanic that would replace starter for $200 labor. Fixed problem.
Dec 2016 167000 mi US $880	Engine missing. Had 1 bad spark plug coil and 2 weak coils. Replaced all 6 coils

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2009 - Nov 2011
Jun 2010 37000 mi	New hydraulic lifters for tapping noise that was related to rpm
Feb 2011 48000 mi US $70	Right headlight replaced. No charge for labor. That was weird but cool.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Nov 2011 - May 2013
Feb 2012 66200 mi US $50	Faulty vanos solenoids replaced. Leaking seal for eccentric valve cover. Rear input shaft seal leaking. Faulty vanos solenoids replaced Leaking seal for eccentric valve cover Rear input shaft seal leaking

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2015 - Apr 2017
Dec 2015 97000 mi US $800	Oil quality sensor needed replacing Crank position sensor was faulty

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Jun 2009 - Feb 2014
Aug 2013 119600 mi US $1800	Water pump, hose, and cap replaced. Partially due to an oil leak on hose, partially for a failure on inspection. Oil level sensor replacement required. Found because oil was low but not showing low after leak. Oil housing gasket replaced, along with a "belt tensioner" (not sure for what, I think the oil leak spilled on this, probably not an engine part)
Feb 2014 131000 mi	SEL on if idle while cold. Seems to be O2 sensor related, not positive.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2015
Feb 2013 51300 mi	Front directional quit working - replacement bulb didn't help. Apparently corrosion frequently necessitates replacement of the socket on these cars - although none is visible that will be my next step. Still not resolved.
Apr 2013 52200 mi	Disassembled directional assembly again, cleaned with contact cleaner and reassembled, directional now works fine - replaced $225 dealer repair estimate with $0 expense.
Jun 2015 82000 mi US $540	New BMW brake sensor clip allowed sensor wire to rub on CV shield - cutting it through - leading to expensive failure. Indicator light said brakes needed replacement - actually shorted sensor wire called imminent CV failure to light.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jul 2011 - Aug 2012
Jul 2012 59000 mi	iDrive stopped working. No handsfree, radio, NAV, etc.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States May 2012 - Apr 2015
Sep 2013 64000 mi US $50	Two gaskets had failed, producing an oil leak. Oil was vaporizing on exhaust. Both replaced under CPO warranty ($50 deductible).
Apr 2015 73000 mi US $20	Service engine now light. Code misfire cylinder 1. Replaced spark plug. Not resolved. Then reset light and it never returned.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2018
May 2013 64800 mi	Eccentric shaft sensor leaking. Replaced under warranty.
Mar 2014 74000 mi US $800	Front struts
Jul 2014 76800 mi US $439	Rear Right Passenger Wheel Bearing
Mar 2015 93000 mi US $1512	Reseal oil pan, $1,200. Replace belt tensioner, $312.
May 2015 94000 mi US $1362	Replaced water pump and thermostat after both failed
Sep 2015 102000 mi US $420	Replace front driver side CV boot Replace right rear trailing arm
Feb 2016 108000 mi US $1000	Excessive oil consumption (1 quart/ 3000 miles). Dealership unable to find cause, and is considered "normal" for a BMW. Both rear window regulators failed. Windows would roll down, but not up.
Dec 2016 115000 mi US $800	Broken rear control arm Bad coil pack

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2013 - Jul 2017
Sep 2013 100000 mi US $400	Drive shaft replaced
May 2014 108700 mi	replace Mass Air Flow Senser
Sep 2014 113000 mi US $525	replace both front lower control arms, with bushings
Dec 2014 117000 mi	ignition coil on cylinder 3 faulty. Replaced all 6 coils

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2018
Nov 2011 32300 mi US $50	Water Pump Failed and initially left me stranded in middle of hill (BMW won't go over idle under overheat condition). Eventually able to nurse it off the rowed. Car towed, troubleshot and water pump replaced.
Mar 2014 40000 mi US $75	top windshield molding (rubber strip) had deteriorated so bad that 1: it was ugly, 2: Flakes of rubber were blowing off. Typical age related issue for this vehicle.
May 2014 40000 mi US $925	Steering lock sensor warning light indicator "RED" Dealer replaced steering column to replace faulty steering lock sensor. While recalibrating sensors following lock sensor replacement. Right rear passenger window failed to go back up. Problem was traced to broken wind regulator cable. Window regulator was replaced.
Dec 2014 44000 mi US $1200	Diagnose source of suspension clunk noise on Drivers side front. Broken Spring and damaged strut was replaced using new hardware due to excessive rust on original parts.
Jan 2015 34800 mi US $85	Headlight washer valve/orfice froze up and was leaking washer fluid
Mar 2017 56000 mi US $490	replace battery and re calibrate charging system for new battery note battery was about 10 years old
May 2018 59000 mi US $650	Drivers side mirror would not adjust. If you touched position button it would fold to either forward or rear park position. Drivers side Mirror assembly with servo was repaced.

BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States May 2015 - Dec 2016
Oct 2015 142500 mi	Door locks stopped working properly. Diagnosed blown fuse from one of the lock motors pulling too much current. Replaced fuse after diagnostic.
Nov 2015 143400 mi US $1400	Read driver's damper was leaking, replaced both dampers on the rear axel. Driver's front indicator ceased working. Wiring found to be brittle and worn due to missing access plate allowing water/debris from wheelwell
Jan 2016 145300 mi US $190	Battery was only putting out 11.9v when below freezing.
Jul 2016 152000 mi US $430	underbody trim slapping body at 45mph and higher
Oct 2016 157500 mi US $1688	Oil leak from cracked cam cover. Cam cover replaced. 12v interior plugs nonfunctional Oil change

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Jan 2016 - Jun 2021
Feb 2017 93000 mi US $1200	Valve cover gasket leak. Vanos solenoids
Feb 2018 124000 mi US $300	Starter failed. Replaced starter
Mar 2021 158000 mi US $50	CV Axle

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
Dec 2016 140000 mi	Outline light went out. Cost to fix too expensive Mouse for the entertainment system stopped working. Can't see the navigation now

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States - Jun 2010
Jun 2010 22000 mi	Locking system stopped working.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2012
Jan 2010 30000 mi	left rear door panel missing clips. panel was loose. clips replaced and door panel now correct.
Oct 2010 37000 mi	Sunroof fault light. sunroof was closed.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Oct 2014 - Sep 2018
Aug 2015 89300 mi	Searching for rattling under the car when hitting bumps or shakes. Think it may be the exhaust under drivers feet.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States May 2008 - Jul 2014
Aug 2011 23000 mi US $883	Central door locks completely non-functional. Doors could not be unlocked, either using the fob or the door lock button. Only the driver's door has a mechanical override, so none of the other doors could be used at all!!

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Oct 2007 - Jan 2018
Sep 2008 16000 mi	Flash drive music does not play properly
Oct 2008 17000 mi	Engine coolant leaking.  Windshield wiper fluid leaking.
Jul 2010 41800 mi	Driver side Roof trim was fading  Driver side black roof trim began fading
Sep 2010 46000 mi	trunck latch rubber cover was worn and peeling
Sep 2011 60000 mi US $700	Head Gasket was leaking. gasket replaced Headlamp washer leaking. Washer unit replaced
Apr 2012 69700 mi US $113675	DMTL Pump Fault and Cylinder 5 coil fault Oil FIlter Housing Gasket Leak
Jul 2012 73700 mi US $272	Valve Cover Gasket Leak
Aug 2012 74400 mi US $257	Not Cooling. Freon Low
Oct 2013 89300 mi	Tie-rod bushings replaced.
Jun 2014 100000 mi US $1800	Replace front and rear shocks and coil springs.
Sep 2015 117000 mi US $900	Automatic transmission would not switch into forward or reverse gear. Gear Selector Rod was defective and replaced.
Oct 2015 118200 mi	Car failed to start. Starter fault detected. Starter tests were good. Detected oil in Eccentric shaft sensor. The sensor was replaced under the 15 yrs emission warranty.
Jan 2016 122500 mi US $400	Leaking lower radiator hose. Leaking lower radiator hose temperature sensor.
Mar 2016 125000 mi US $805	Could not start car. Starter replaced
Aug 2016 132900 mi US $297	Steer was not smooth
Sep 2016 134000 mi US $100	Rear passenger window does not open or close. Window regulator cable snapped.
Oct 2016 135000 mi US $100	Rear driver side window will not open or close. Window regulator cable broke
Feb 2017 140000 mi US $100	Driver front lock actuator failed.
Aug 2017 145950 mi	Service engine soon (ses) light. EAC Sensor fault. Sensor built into radiator, so radiator had to be replaced. Covered under sulev emissions warranty.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jun 2007 - Feb 2014
Mar 2007 2700 mi	Faulty sensor in radiator set off Service Engine Soon light. Had warranty take care of it.
Jan 2009 35000 mi US $448	Wanted dealer to rebalance both front wheels from a vibration discovered in the steering wheel after rotating the wheels from back to fronts for even wear pattern. Dealer replaced a 'bent' wheel which it wasn't bent in fact.
Oct 2009 47000 mi	SES light from EAC code 2ADS.
Sep 2010 60000 mi US $345	A/C wasn't blowing out cold air as expected, had system tested for leaks and none found. Freon installed back into car plus .1 oz topped off. Was told no problems with a/c system.
Nov 2011 77000 mi US $2600	Engine overheat caution followed by overheat warning in 3 seconds. Service dept replaced electric cooling pump and t-stat, also replaced valve cover gasket when they saw oil seeping on side of engine during repair.
Dec 2011 77000 mi	Radiator hose connecting the water pump to the radiator became disconnected and started leaking coolant. I was able to get it to the dealership by my home and they found poor workmanship by the previous dealer.
Mar 2013 88000 mi US $960	Car was throwing P0050 OBDII code for 2 weeks. Bank 2, sensor 1 (oxygen sensor) won't pre-heat...set off SES light.
Feb 2014 94000 mi	6 cyl started misfiring...became hard fault the more often it's driven, the earlier the problem appears.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 77000 mi	steering sensor failed.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Nov 2009 - Nov 2010
Dec 2009 24000 mi	On start up I saw a warning light saying to go in for service. Computer first said car needed brakes, then found to just be a computer error requiring a re-flash.
Apr 2010 27000 mi	Warning light on the dash went off indicating an electrical fault. Went into dealer. It turned out to be right front headlight. Replaced under warranty in 45 min.
May 2010 28000 mi	Interior trim is peeling on the steering wheel. Finish began coming off the left spoke of the wheel. Dealer has ordered part for replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Nov 2009 - Aug 2010
Jul 2010 41000 mi	Brake service sensors faulty, rear brakes. Squeaks and rattles present throughout car. Got new bushings for sway bar. However, the car seemed no different afterwards. Faulty brake sensors caused service light to appear again. Dealer will perform full reprogramming of car.

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Mar 2007 - Aug 2013
Jun 2007 3720 mi	About 6 inches of the rear window seal had been heated somehow and looked "cooked". They ordered a new seal, installed it then we had until next day for the glue to dry.
Jun 2008 24800 mi	Check engine light came on and off periodically for about 6 weeks. I thought that retightenng the gas cap solved it but wasn't sure.
Jun 2009 44640 mi	leaking transmission seal Paint was wearing off some interior pleather parts. They chaged the trim parts.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2007 - Dec 2019
Jul 2010 48000 mi	Peeling finish on steering wheel near buttons Rear tail light coming loose Broken cupholder
Sep 2010 53000 mi	Muffler hangar bolt came loose, caused loud rattle/clank when driving over bumps or starting car. Diagnosed rattle location, then tightened bolt in own garage
Sep 2014 98000 mi US $350	Replaced rear driver side window regulator

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2022
Jul 2013 18200 mi US $25	Rear toe arm was at the limit of adjustment. Repair was to replace the toe arm.
Oct 2016 26200 mi	Windshield washer jets plugged Electronics/software. Tire pressure warning light stuck on, can't reset.
Jul 2017 29774 mi US $31	Brake wear sensor wire broken, new sensor installed.
Apr 2022 45000 mi US $35	Replace trunk struts.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2008 - Mar 2016
Dec 2009 43400 mi	Right front wheel bearing.
May 2011 77540 mi C $1200	Right front wheel hub assembly Car had a bad sound like a brake pad dragging on a warped rotor. Was bearing problem in hub assembly.
Dec 2012 120900 mi	failed pulley on belt system. replaced along with new battery. No other faults. Was a squeaking sound from belt that prompted the trip in.
Jan 2013 77600 mi C $850	Replaced water pump. No other issues.
Apr 2014 147440 mi C $550	Replaced both bushings in rear suspension (l&r) at lower end of shock/control arm. Was squeaking and bushings were failing quickly. Note there is a new part number for that system as failure rates w OEM were very high.
Jun 2015 162440 mi C $1360	Front tie rods replaced New belt and tensioners and pulleys replaced
Mar 2016 173600 mi C $430	Starter was replaced as it was failing. Original starter since delivery.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States May 2008 - Oct 2021
Sep 2009 17000 mi	car stalled, check engine light came on and engine ran very rough until restarted, then engine ran normal
Feb 2010 20600 mi	blown fuse
Aug 2010 23000 mi	cigarette lighter did not work. Dealer aligned contacts to fix. Squeaks from driver's window. Dealer lubricated the seals around the window.
Nov 2010 25000 mi	Door locks would not operate
Sep 2011 29000 mi	driver-side mirror motor intermittently stopped working. Wear on finish of steering wheel cover Rattle coming from passenger side door speaker housing. Dealer reattached foam cover with glue.
Feb 2013 41400 mi US $40	Replaced driver's door seal which had torn. ABS/Traction Control/Stability Control warning lights are on (intermittently).
Oct 2013 49200 mi US $1400	Car had intermittent problem at first, then ABS/Traction Control/Stability Control stopped working. Dealer replaced the ABS control pump.
Nov 2014 53500 mi US $23	Upper exterior windshield molding (gasket) disintegrated and needed to be replaced. Usual mechanic would not do work and suggested auto glass shop. Auto glass shop wanted to replace windshield at same time. Ordered part/installed myself.
Mar 2017 68000 mi US $315	Engine ran rough and loss of power. #3 Ignition coil failed. Replaced that coil and all six plugs
Apr 2017 68200 mi US $375	Right rear window regulator malfunctioned.
May 2018 74000 mi	Trunk release switch became disconnected inside trunk (could hear it moving around when trunk was opened by remote). Was able to reconnect switch to trunk lid...no new parts required.

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Nov 2009 - Feb 2022
Dec 2009 39000 mi	Door lock actuator failed
Aug 2010 46000 mi	hood latch failed to engage.
Sep 2015 72000 mi US $500	Main belt tensioner needed replacement, also did main belt
Jun 2016 80000 mi US $540	Oil filter stand was leaking, replacement required removal of intake manifold. Well, they don't make them easy to work on - 4 hours labor the majority of the cost.
May 2017 92000 mi US $650	Valve cover replaced as it was leaking oil.
Jan 2018 97000 mi	recall of airbag

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2018
Apr 2012 49000 mi US $50	Hydraulic valve lifters replaced on exhaust side under warranty
Oct 2012 54300 mi	One coil failed and was replaced
Oct 2014 75200 mi US $350	Passenger front door lock actuator
Sep 2015 82000 mi US $550	Battery warning, battery replaced
Oct 2016 90500 mi US $2000	Had to replace bushings in front end. This was causing steering wheel shaking at around 40mph.
Oct 2017 100000 mi US $600	Leaky oil filter seal
Jan 2018 102000 mi US $1073	Replace oil filter housing gasket Replace low beam xenon headlamp

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016 US $580	Valve cover gasket leaked. Replaced valve cover gasket. Also replaced VANOS gaskets.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2016
Feb 2015 90000 mi US $400	One of the two VANOS solenoids was plugged. I chose to replace both rather than clean and re-install one given the mileage and labor costs were already incurred.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2015 - Sep 2018
Jun 2015 43000 mi US $300	Replaced 8 year old battery, reset battery charging system with software I purchased.
Jul 2015 43000 mi US $65	power window regulator broke. Motor OK. rear passenger window stuck down. Fixed myself for $65 but BMW part was $130 and would have cost $350 at dealer total, so I put that price in. blower motor making noise. took out and lubricated.
Oct 2017 67000 mi US $3300	Valve cover gasket Radiator cooling fan (electric) Water pump
Sep 2018 77000 mi US $3500	oil pan, oil pan gasket, oil level sending unit,  water pump, thermostat.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Sep 2010 - May 2017
Nov 2014 77400 mi US $75	Failed window regulators for driver front

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Sep 2010 - Jul 2012
Oct 2011 64000 mi US $50	The "main" sensor (forget what it's called) that sits behind the steering wheel malfunctioned and was not receiving data from the car. The sensor had to be replaced and programmed.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 39000 mi US $260	Busted tie-rod bushing on the front right, likely from a pot hole. Glad I had extended warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jan 2015 - Sep 2018
Jan 2015 51460 mi C $300	Battery replacement
Jun 2016 62000 mi C $600	Transfer case actuator motor was faulty and causing error codes related to transfer case, AWD, and traction control. Fix was to replace actuator motor with new one.
Jan 2017 C $2000	Gaskets - oil pan, valve cover, oil filter housing, rear main seal.
Sep 2018 75640 mi C $250	Battery replaced

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2015 - Oct 2015
Mar 2015 93620 mi	Steering shaft seized up requiring replacement.
Jul 2015 97940 mi C $100	Replaced power door lock module on front passenger side

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Jan 2014 - Mar 2015
Feb 2014 97000 mi US $2750	Electric water pump was bad, needed replacing, Serpentine Belt Tensioner (Req new Tensioner Pulley, Idler Pulley and Belt), oil leak at the engine crankshaft Rear Main Seal

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2022
Jan 2014 73700 mi	Front bumper was damaged when bought.
Nov 2015 87600 mi US $800	Oil leaking. Gasket heads replaced.
Feb 2018 98000 mi US $450	Replace gaskets  and belt tensioner
May 2021 122000 mi US $2000	Starter

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
Apr 2013 47200 mi US $350	Water leak into interior
Jun 2013 48000 mi US $50	rear window fell down into car. Had to be re-set and items holding it replaced. Covered under extended warranty minus deductible.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2018
Jul 2010 40300 mi	Central locking switch malfunctioned. Fuse blown, replaced by BMW dealer. Tested all lock sending units, could not re-replicate problem. Fuse replacement worked to solve problem.
Feb 2016 136000 mi	A/C blower replaced - bad bearing - was chirping and squealing.
Jun 2017 159000 mi US $82	recharged A/C - 1.2lb freon needed.
Sep 2017 165000 mi US $287	Car had been indicating overheat condition after 30-40 min of driving. Suspected faulty sensor due to fact that overheat condition could be reset by turning the car off and restarting. Replaced temperature sensor and cooling system reservoir, flushed and replaced coolant. Fault has not reappeared, but I've only driven it 2 times. Will continue to monitor.
Oct 2017 165200 mi US $1300	Drove after replacement with non-OEM water pump for about a week and then the water pump completed failed. Required a tow back to shop to replace. The water pump that was replaced failed. Non-OEM part, made in china, not Germany. Stranded me on the road, required a tow. Shop was very gracious and replaced part with OEM part at no charge. Replaced water pump and thermostat.
Dec 2017 167000 mi US $400	Replaced rear pads and rotors at 167,000. Original!
Mar 2018 173000 mi US $1350	Shocks replaced at all four corners.
Jun 2018 176000 mi US $680	Starter failed, replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2017 - Mar 2018
Dec 2017 100000 mi US $2000	Head gasket leaking oil

BMW 3-Series in Mississippi, United States Mar 2008 - Jan 2018
Dec 2013 94000 mi US $458	Right rear window - Power window regulator, window lifter and sound insulating
Jan 2014 49700 mi US $285	Mechanical Belt tensioner Oil Filter housing - I didn't have them do this as I wanted to research it a little more. They quoted $990 and that seems a bit steep to me.
Dec 2015 123000 mi US $800	Starter went bad, luckily I have a manual transmission and was able to bump start it to get it to my mechanic.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2011 - May 2013
Apr 2011 44020 mi	Light bulb burned out; dealer replaced it Rear passenger window would often not close; motor needed replacing Leatherette on driver's seat splitting; new seat ordered which is covered by warranty.
Jan 2012 50840 mi C $600	There is a persistent squealing when the brake pedal is pressed. It is not a problem with the brakes as they were replaced previously. The noise was present prior to the brake replacement.
Mar 2013 63240 mi C $465	Replaced squealing fan motor

BMW 3-Series in Germany Aug 2016 - Jul 2018
Feb 2017 159340 mi €1300	The fuel pressure regulator went out when I was driving home and left me stranded. It took 3 days to repair it.
Nov 2017 177320 mi €1900	Rear brakes were dragging and grinding the pads. It required new calipers.
Jul 2018 187240 mi €1500	The fuel pressure regulator needed to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States May 2007 - Apr 2009
Oct 2008 12300 mi	Water Pump failed - car towed to dealer in evening, after service closed.

BMW 3-Series in Beijing, China Feb 2012 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 17360 mi $20	the transmission oil pan (platic) was leaking transmission oil/ATF;i consulted with shop which is the only certified repair shop by ZF (BMW's transmission supplier) they say it is common for ZF plastic transmission oil plan to leak ATF

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Apr 2007 - Mar 2010
May 2007 7000 mi
Aug 2008 24000 mi

BMW 3-Series in Singapore Nov 2008 - Dec 2014
Dec 2008 17360 mi	CLA not function due to blown fuse.
Jan 2009 17980 mi	Front passenger seat squeaks (with passenger) over slight bumps or uneven surface.
Mar 2009 20460 mi	Cylinder head cover gasket defect - oil leak.
Jun 2009 27280 mi	1) Front suspension (left) loud creaking sound .. leaking. 2) Change gasket for cylinder head, vaccum pump and oil pan ..due to oil leaking.
Dec 2011 61380 mi $3300	Engine mount worn out .. vinration when idle, 2300 Radiator hose leaking, 500 Engine oil leak multiple locations, 500.
Apr 2012 66960 mi $2500	Bearing in rear drive unit worn out.
Nov 2012 75680 mi $800	Splash Stains observed in engine compartment. Leaking evident in joint. All hoses harden and signed of slipping out from the plastic connector. Front suspension emitted loud creaking noise when going over hump or bump. Noise was louder when it was wet .. ie rain.
Dec 2012 77500 mi $600	Rattling noise from engine compartment when gear was engage. Worse when turning. Noise went away after warm up. Problem trace to tensioner belt and defective bearing. Radiator always at high speed. One thermostat defective.
May 2013 81920 mi $500	Loud rattling noise from engine . Isolated to alternator bearing defect. First change after 132Km.
Apr 2014 94120 mi $500	Radiator blocked.. causing fan to run at very high speed . Left front passenger power lock defective.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2010 - Jul 2011
Mar 2011 28000 mi	Rear speaker not working and replaced Driver seatbelt buckle jammed at times. Replaced. Rear ashtray lid not working properly. Replaced Peeling paint on driver door handle and trim. Dealer ordered new door panel. Not an easy or inexpensive fix on a coupe as it is on sedan. Panel still on order. Took car back to have door panel replaced that they ordered earlier.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2015
Mar 2010 25000 mi	Started missing going slow, then warning light came on. HPFP replaced. Dealer, 250 miles away, sent truck to pick up car. Son picked up car, noticed problems. Returned to dealer, found problem with LPFP (low pressure fuel pump). Replaced then trucked back to me.
Sep 2010 27000 mi	Valet lock triggered by accident, fixed without problem. Dumb err on my part, did not know about switch inside of glovebox! No other problems on this occasion, with exception of re-setting Service light.
Apr 2011 29200 mi	Primarily in for Service (oil change/lube/wipers/ etc), but dealer cited Campaign, so injectors/ decoupling(?)/gasket etc. updated per BMW recall. Brake fluid & microfilter (activated) replaced.
Apr 2012 34000 mi US $66	Low Pressure Fuel Pump replaced from check engine light.  Also Center Console lock replacement, plus minor wear/tear items - wipers, oil change etc.
Sep 2014 42000 mi US $503	System Flush; Transmission flush; windshield water pump failure.
Apr 2015 44000 mi US $65	Replaced H8 Halo Lights on both front headlamps. ~ 15 min each after obtaining correct bulbs which took several weeks.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States May 2007 - Jun 2018
Sep 2007 2000 mi	REARVIEW MIRROR COMPASS STUCK ON SAME POSITION
Jul 2008 4000 mi	o2 sensor replaced
Mar 2018 40000 mi US $250	pads/rotors

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2014 - Jun 2016
Dec 2014 76000 mi US $2200	oil leak from bottom of engine and oil gasket needed replacement. I got warning lights for abs brakes and power steering, car wasn't running properly. took to shop they couldn't figure it out, then to dealer. needed new battery, and alternator. all modules reset and battery registered.
Jun 2015 83000 mi US $1000	Thermostat and water pump replaced
Sep 2015 84000 mi US $150	Passenger side daylight light bulb went out.
Dec 2015 87000 mi US $750	Car had an oil leak at the rear main seal.

BMW 3-Series in Great Britain Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 5000 mi	Various squeaks and rattles - one in roof mechanism, one related to window seals, one related to rear deck assembly.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 47000 mi US $2200	ABS system failure lights came on.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2012 - Aug 2013
Sep 2012 22320 mi	The glove compartment lock stopped functioning automatically and I had to manually lock and unlock.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2012 - Nov 2012
Nov 2012 66000 mi US $9000	Both Turbo chargers leaking oil, replaced. computer failed, replaced evaporator leaking, replaced

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 29800 mi	Failed fuel injector caused rumbling start that was causing an engine light fault code. BMW replaced all 6 injectors, 2 coils and plugs.

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Nov 2015 - Jan 2019
Mar 2016 98000 mi US $257	Bleeder screw on expansion tank failed, loss of coolest.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 33000 mi	Engine light came on, and misfiring occurred. 3 injectors were faulty. BMW replaced all 6 injectors (with a new model) under warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 10900 mi	Replaced driver side lumbar switch. Fixed squeaks and rattles with driver's window, front suspension, and brakes, the last for the second time.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Feb 2011 - Dec 2011
May 2011 29000 mi	The rain sensor for the windshield wipers was not working. Sensor was replaced and rain sensor wipers work per spec.
Sep 2011 34000 mi	Rattle at covertible top - loose strap (dealer?) was tightened and problem fixed.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Jun 2011 - Mar 2014
Jul 2011 34000 mi US $300	Windshield washer pump stopped working. Replaced pump and screen.
Jun 2012 53000 mi US $621	Replace front thrust rod / control arm bushing. (Found front thrust rod / control arm bushing leaking.) Perform alignment.
Aug 2012 55600 mi	CUST STATES VEHICLE WOULD NOT START THIS A.M. SEEMED LIKE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS INOP OR BATTERY WAS FAILED, CUST THEN CHECKED BATTERY SHOWED 13 VOLTS, WHEN REMOTE WAS OPERATED AGAIN AND THEN THE VEHICLE STARTED ADVISE SEE KEITH N. Replace front thrust rod / control arm bushing (Found front thrust rod / control arm bushing leaking) Perform alignment
Feb 2013 64300 mi US $150	Cable between battery and fuse box had intermittent connection issues. Replaced cable and box.
Apr 2013 66700 mi US $150	Actuator for glovebox failed. Car was in shop so long because I was having the hood repainted.
Feb 2014 80000 mi US $250	Belt tensioner pulley failing.
Mar 2014 80000 mi US $300	Navigation system failure at temps over 80 degrees. Replaced nav computer Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Intermittent failure. Replaced TPMS sensor Shifter assembly failure preventing use of sport mode

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Jun 2018
Feb 2016 50220 mi C $430	replaced the battery. weak starting when cold and did not want to be left stranded. the battery must be reprogrammed so don't try do it yourself unless you have the computer to reprogram.
Apr 2016 51460 mi	Check engine light. looks like emmission issue. Not fixed yet. nothing wrong with the car at all except for light on. Will drop car off to properly troubleshoot at a later time.
Jul 2016 54240 mi C $1000	check engine light. nothing wrong with car except annoying light. emission system issue. hard and expensive to fix so did not bother to fix it
Jun 2017 61070 mi C $1000	ignition coil #4 replaced check engine light- evaporator hose and wire connector replaced
Oct 2017 64480 mi C $1200	Upper valve cover crack. Replaced that and gaskets
Jan 2018 65720 mi	Rep wire for b+

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jun 2016 - Jan 2022
Nov 2016 93900 mi C $800	Needed to replace the head gasket

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2017
Jul 2010 30000 mi	Rubber piece inside door frame came loose. It is a rubber square mounted near the rear window inside the door jamb. Have called to see if the part is in, but have had no call back. tires are wearing out on edges after 4k miles
Jun 2011 36000 mi	wheel had cracks on the rim Convertible roof had thrumming sound as a known problem fixed with factory tsb adhesive fix.
Apr 2012 48000 mi	Convertible top switch failed and was replaced.
Jun 2017 53000 mi US $75	Replaced burnt out angel eye running light replaced serpentine belt and tensioner
Nov 2017 74000 mi US $45	tail light burnt out. replaced.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009 20460 mi	Belt and pulley which drive alternator were replaced. Caused power steering failure which made car unsafe to drive.

BMW 3-Series in Hong Kong, China Nov 2014 - Feb 2015
Dec 2014 33480 mi $5000	Oil leaks everywhere. Including transmission and engine
Jan 2015 $5000	Suspension components worn. Bump stops. Dampers and control arms were shot after a few years of city driving. Never speed over speed bumps and always slowed down on rough roads. Very common problem for this car.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2009 - Oct 2010
Jul 2009 12000 mi	Brake noise at slow speeds this is the 3rd try to fix it.  clunk when stop and start quickly this is 2nd time Transmission was updated or flashed

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2010 - Sep 2013
May 2011 59300 mi US $200	VANOS Solenoid went out causing half engine warning light, limp mode. Part is 100 dollars each, bought two since people say both are likely to go out one after another. Easy to DIY.
May 2013 73900 mi	Turbo Wastegate failure, entire turbo assembly switched out.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2010 - Dec 2012
Sep 2010 19000 mi	light bulb housing replaced
Apr 2011 23000 mi	window seal replaced for rattle
Aug 2012 38000 mi US $450	Had to replace spark plugs and reset computers. outside memory for mirror will not work properly.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States May 2010 - Dec 2021
Sep 2010 39000 mi	HPFP failure (fuel pump). Dealer replaced with new HPFP and will be under warranty for 100k miles
Jan 2011 41000 mi	Substantial transmission fluid leak, seal failed. Car had to be towed.
May 2011 45000 mi	Satnav DVD system replaced
Jul 2012 63000 mi US $50	Dashboard died. Fluid leakage - seals bad
Dec 2015 97000 mi US $350	Oil leak/burn. Oil cap replaced
Jun 2016 102000 mi US $250	Unusual oil consumption
May 2017 109000 mi US $1000	Oil leak
Sep 2017 113000 mi US $1000	Coolant leak
Sep 2018 120000 mi US $878	abs pump failed

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015 US $2500	Replaced all 6 fuel injectors, spark plugs, and coils. Car was shaking badly

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2009 12000 mi	Passenger side seatbelt arm extender broke on 335i Part ordered/not yet repaired - Interior door handle trim flaking.

BMW 3-Series in Arkansas, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2018
Sep 2010 17000 mi	The ABS module went bad, cost to dealer 2500.00

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2007 - Feb 2012
Jul 2007 3000 mi	Driver's side hood latch not closing properly. Driver's seat latch catching when lifting seat forward to allow rear passenger to enter or exit.
Mar 2009 16000 mi	Fuel pump failed
May 2009 20000 mi	Replaced high pressure fuel pump
Dec 2009 28000 mi	Check engine light appeared while accelerating onto highway. Subsequent check found a defective turbo.
Jun 2011 52000 mi US $1200	Car would not start. Towed to dealer for repair. Dealer diagnosed a short circuit with the water pump causing battery to drain.

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Nov 2016 - Nov 2018
May 2016 78000 mi US $650	Failed coil packs, replaced spark plugs at time of service due to fouling

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2007 - Jun 2011
Aug 2007 9000 mi	High Pressure Fuel Pump defective
Oct 2007 10000 mi	Stuck Exhaust Vanos Solenoid. Second occurrence of this problem.
Nov 2007 10000 mi	Camshaft drive; incorrect cam timing.
Mar 2008 12000 mi	Active cruise control inoperative. Fix involved adjusting the sensor.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2007 - Jul 2022
Jun 2008 10000 mi	Car cold started rough. Check Engine Light came on. Service Engine Soon Light had also been on multiple times. Bad oxygen (O2) sensor was replaced. Also received software update.
Sep 2008 14000 mi	Engine coolant low. Added coolant.
May 2010 33000 mi	Metallic clicking sound from rear at low speed when accelerating or turning.
Apr 2011 45000 mi	Replace windshield washer pump
Feb 2013 67400 mi US $1200	oil filter housing gaskets replaced
Jun 2014 88000 mi US $1500	Replace water pump
Mar 2016 116000 mi US $1300	Replaced the valve cover gasket and the oil pan gasket.
Oct 2016 122700 mi US $5400	Replaced radiator and hoses Replaced alternator Replaced battery
Jan 2017 126000 mi US $1659	Removed differential and resealed both output shaft seals and back cover
Oct 2017 136000 mi US $1300	Replace starter
Mar 2018 141000 mi US $9000	Replace turbos Replace spark plugs and coils
May 2018 144000 mi US $5000	Replaced oil cooler

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2018
Feb 2009 29000 mi	Sunroof pinch protection sensor showed failure. Reset cured problem.
Aug 2009 36000 mi	Evaporative emission control system prevented complete fuel tank fill. Subsequent "check engine" light came on. Dealer took 2 tries to resolve. Replaced vacuum-pressure pump, electrical, that controls internal vapor pressure in gas tank.
Nov 2009 40000 mi	Seat belt handing arm on passenger side failed to retract properly. Temporary fix made, arm still works, but new parts ordered.
Feb 2010 43600 mi	seat back release mechanism needed repair rattle in IP near radio speaker. Added insulation, noise gone
Jun 2010 50000 mi	Engine miss and hesitation sporadically, no codes set. Software upgrade did not change problem, car will return to dealer after July 4.
Jul 2010 50700 mi	Defective fuel injector replaced, and sparkplug, in #5 cylinder
Jun 2011 66000 mi	Fuel refused to enter the tank. Venting system repeatedly inspected, parts replaced. Decision to order a new tank. Covered under extended warranty. Fuel tank replaced to fix problems refueling. Problem appears to be fixed. Some surging under light throttle and hesitation on light acceleration not unlike the symptoms that preceded the replacement of a bad injector a year ago. Recall for fuel injectors (2 replaced), fuel pump, and software.
Sep 2011 69000 mi US $50	Severe engine surging when cold, then developed a hard miss. Check engine light set. Light off and engine ran normally when warmed up. Dealer did extensive diagnostic work, replaced low fuel pressure sensor. No symptoms for the week.
Nov 2012 89800 mi US $250	Leak in automatic transmission. Leak fixed under extended warranty, but new fluid paid by customer
Mar 2013 99000 mi	Carbon deposits in intake manifold and on backs of intake valves reduced performance. Dealer paid for repair as a good will gesture. I sent them a thank you letter afterward.
May 2013 102000 mi US $750	Steering position sensor module had to be replaced, and car re-programmed. This module includes turn signal, wiper and cruise control levers & switches, as well sensors and a micro-processor module. Cuts across several systems.
Aug 2013 109000 mi US $1000	Vanos solenoids replaced after half power episode.  Also replaced LR ABS sensor
Sep 2014 138000 mi US $1080	replaced water pump. It was making anew noise, and diagnosed bad. Upon disassembly, parts were failing internally.
Aug 2015 165000 mi US $1000	Walnut shell blasting to remove carbon in intake. Replacement of gasket for oil filter adapter to fix oil leak.
Jun 2016 176000 mi US $720	Leaking struts, replaced both with Bilstein
Apr 2017 184000 mi US $810	Starter failed unexpectedly. Replaced with rebuilt Bosch unit.
Oct 2017 188000 mi US $120	rotors warped, replaced with new

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States - Jan 2010
Jan 2010 28100 mi	Camshaft retainer bolts had to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jun 2008 - Apr 2014
Jun 2010 31000 mi	Minor oil leak

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Sep 2014 - Dec 2015
Oct 2014 67300 mi US $1248	Replaced both rear wheel bearings.
Jul 2015 73500 mi US $2246	Replaced water pump and thermostat. Replaced engine oil filter housing gasket. Replaced control arm bushing on both sides. Replaced serpentine belt and tensioner.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2014 - Jan 2016
Sep 2014 87000 mi US $900	Starter

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2018
May 2015 59000 mi US $200	one ignition coil failed, replaced all 6 coils.
May 2016 68000 mi US $435	Thermostat broke and was stuck open which caused a CEL, replaced thermostat and water pump at the same time.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2018
Jan 2013 35000 mi US $1600	Engine oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Jun 2011 - Feb 2013
Dec 2011 16000 mi	Driving on highway at 80mph and temp. warning light came on. Lost all power to car and had to have it towed to the dealer. Electronic water pump failed.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2018
Apr 2007 2000 mi	BMW Assist could not pick up my location on the GPS. Software reflash needed to correct problem.
Jun 2007 5000 mi	Bubbles appeared in the windshield. Bubbles determined to be in safety glass laminate (appear to be in between the panes of glass) and the windshield has to be replaced. Part on order.
Jul 2007 6000 mi	Windshield replaced under warranty because bubbles formed in the laminate.
Feb 2008 10000 mi	Brake light warning light came on with hard braking. The brake force bulb and bulb housing needed to be replaced, parts ordered.
Mar 2008 10000 mi	Brake force bulb and housing replaced.
Mar 2009 20000 mi	Transmission fluid leaking, replaced sealing sleeve for gearbox casing. Stiff brake pedal when putting into gear, replaced check valve for brake booster. Headlights vibrating when hitting bumps on highway, additional support brackets installed per SIB.  Rattle from mirror cover, cover replaced with new part.
Sep 2009 26000 mi	Electric Steering wheel lock was not engaging correctly, and wouldn't allow me to turn on car sometimes. Yellow warning light present on dash when there would be a lock error.
Apr 2010 28300 mi	Check engine light, reduced power. Code reads vanos issue, found that cam bearing ledges were grooved and had to be replaced.
Mar 2014 49000 mi US $200	Replaced non-operational wheel speed sensor
Nov 2014 51000 mi US $240	Replaced VANOS intake and exhaust solenoids.
Oct 2016 59200 mi US $112	Left front wheel bearing started making a lot of noise. Replaced wheel hub assembly.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Nov 2012 - Jun 2013
Apr 2013 68000 mi US $360	Sachs Rear Shocks Installed

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Feb 2012 - Mar 2018
Jan 2016 63500 mi US $2000	Leaking valve cover gasket, leaking oil filter housing gasket, walnut blast intake manifold

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2012
Jul 2012 50000 mi US $600	Engine would not start. Jumper points in the engine compartment wouldn't work. Had to have tow operator jump from the battery. Same problem occurred in March 2012. Now in the shop 3 days and waiting.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2014 - Feb 2022
Dec 2014 64480 mi C $200	Replaced vanos solenoids. Starting to fail. Misfires causing limp mode at high rpm with relevant warning lights and codes.  Replaced ignition coils and spark plugs. Replaced power steering reservoir and fluid.
Mar 2015 68200 mi C $220	Replaced Oil Filter Housing Gasket and Oil Cooler Gasket, and changed oil.
Apr 2015 69100 mi C $50	Tightened torx bolt on the lower steering joint assembly to reduce slight play in steering. Tightened wastegate rod to prevent minor rattle at startup and idle - success! Polished plastic screen that covers the navigation system display. Removed scratches and marks. Added extra cold air intake. Adapted the stock airbox by adding a flexible pipe and new filter.
Jun 2015 73780 mi C $20	Replaced vacuum lines. Windshield washer fluid low warning, so removed/inspected reservoir, thinking leak, but still full. Replaced windshield washer pump anyway. Warning light still on, so must be grime build-up preventing indicator float from moving freely.
Feb 2016 79360 mi C $1300	Water pump failure, and replaced thermostat at he same time.
Mar 2016 80600 mi C $400	Replaced worn shocks and struts all four corners.
Jul 2016 82760 mi C $1100	Number six fuel injector bad. Replaced all injectors with refurbished.
Mar 2018 100440 mi C $500	Replaced mechatronic main seal and four tube seals...found main seal was cracked, which had caused malfunction in transmission. Replaced all solenoids as a preventative measure.
May 2018 98580 mi C $100	Replaced oil pan gasket to stop minor leaking. Had to drop subframe to accomplish this. Replaced front rotors. Pads are still fine.
Jul 2018 101060 mi C $100	Replaced serpentine belt as it was getting near the end of its lifespan...purely preventative.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 28000 mi	High pressure fuel pump went bad

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2011 - Jun 2014
Jun 2012 55180 mi	VANOS Solenoids were replaced.
Jul 2012 55480 mi C $190	While the dealer fixed the VANOS, the mechanic found out that the serpentine belt would have to be replaced. However I had to come back as they did not have the part in. I went it today and took them about an hour to replace the belt.
Jun 2014 69440 mi C $1250	While driving back home, the thermometer symbol came up and engine stalled right away. I had it towed to the dealership. Found out, the water pump gave up. Cost of replacement, $1250 package for water pump, thermostats and labor.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2010 - Sep 2017
Sep 2011 59000 mi	DRL replacement. Second, did first myself in about 20 minutes. It helps to have small hands.
Jan 2014 117000 mi US $2100	Waterpump went out at 115,500 mi on a cold -9F morning. Due to multiple other weather related vehicle failures replacement took several days due to busy schedule Leaking oil filter housing gasket - replaced
Dec 2015 163000 mi	oil change oil leak - new valve cover gasket; new oil pan gasket a hose to the radiator was also replaced probably to facilitate access as no leak was present picked up car from repair #1 drove home, 1 block from home coolant light flickered. Found coolant sprayed on passenger side of engine, dripping onto driveway. Bleeder screw(plastic)cracked causing spray with thermal expansion. part replaced
Jul 2016 176000 mi US $6500	New turbos - first time replaced New struts & shocks, new bushings
Dec 2016 186000 mi US $1100	New control arms front New battery- first since 5/2010

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2011
Jul 2009 34000 mi	Rattle in seat belt area. Dealer replaced seat belt clip under warranty.
Sep 2009 35000 mi	Replaced peeling interior trim. Throttle lag, updated firmware. Seat belt rattle temporarily fixed.
Nov 2009 36000 mi	Towed in because of non-responsive throttle. Throttle re-adapted.
Dec 2009 37000 mi	Towed in again because of non-responsive throttle. Throttle again re-adapted.
Feb 2010 38000 mi	Throttle issue again. Throttle body replaced. Seatbelt rattle again, could not replicate.
Mar 2010 39000 mi	Throttle issue again. Could not replicate.

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Jun 2007 - May 2012
Sep 2007 5000 mi	Knock in the B-pillar
Jan 2008 10000 mi	Seat belt extending arm had a broken plastic part. BMW replaced a whole unit.
Sep 2008 18000 mi	Check engine light went off - no error codes were found.
Sep 2009 32000 mi	Daytime running light. Right
Nov 2009 35000 mi	Front corona light bulb, Low coolant, oil change B-pillar
May 2010 37900 mi	Wastegate and turbos replaced.
Oct 2011 46000 mi US $600	Passenger rear wheel bearing caused warning lights abs, dtc and brake.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jun 2009 - May 2011
Aug 2009 34100 mi	small dent in rear pass. fender
Jan 2010 36580 mi	car would not start - ignition lock problem
Jul 2010 40300 mi	Bulb warning light went off. Reseated the brake light bulbs and it went away.
Dec 2010 43400 mi C $100	squealing caused by low steering fluid

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2016 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017 C $350	scheduled maintanence, oil filter housing gasket

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2008 - Sep 2017
Jan 2012 50220 mi C $1100	water pump failure
Sep 2012 55800 mi C $200	the vanos selonoid sensors were cleaned and replaced
Mar 2014 65100 mi	8 YR OLD BATTERY; WAS GETTING OCCASIONAL YELLOW LOW BATTERY WARNING LIGHT ON DASH
May 2014 65800 mi C $80	UPPER RAD HOSE BROKE
Nov 2014 68200 mi C $40	replaced one coil took less than an hour
Jan 2015 65580 mi C $56	oil filter housing gasket replacement. also intake cleaning.
Mar 2015 71300 mi C $1000	valve cover gasket was leaking
Oct 2015 73880 mi	oil consumption issues. replaced turbos, oil pan gasket. still oil consumption issues returned to shop. PCV valve changed. valve cover gasket replaced again because have to remove valve cover to change PCV.
Jan 2016 74400 mi C $1100	electronic water pump failure
Mar 2016 75640 mi	water leaked into the trunk and fried the amp, rear taillight gasket was tightened fixed the problem
Aug 2017 96100 mi C $950	Another upper radiator hose, then two days later another expensive electronic water pump replacement. I hope BMW has come up with a better solution , this is unacceptable .

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2007 - Dec 2009
Jul 2008 14000 mi	Right rear bulb socket was replaced. Seems to only happen on Coupe. Car thinks bulb is burned out, but it is not. tech said has happened on a few of the Coupes but not any on the Sedans. Replaced socket no issue since.
Apr 2009 26000 mi	Waste Gate Actuators were noisy. Replaced and upgraded ECU code. Problem resolved.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2011 52900 mi US $400	Single fuel injector failure. Barely ran, then broke down two blocks from my repair shop.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States May 2007 - Mar 2010
Aug 2007 10000 mi	Replace LED tail light, Replace broken cup holder, Replace broken a/c vent adjuster
Aug 2008 27750 mi US $900	Not under warranty: Alignment, 2 new rear tires; Covered under warranty: Replaced exhaust (factory defect), New Wipers, Replaced tail lamp (2nd time).

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jul 2007 - Aug 2011
Mar 2010 17000 mi	Seatbelt auto arms were sticking. The dealer installed two new ones. Then reprogrammed the computer. They are working fine.
Aug 2011 31000 mi	side turn indicator lamp falling out of plastic center. covered by recall.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009 13000 mi	Steering angle sensor had to be recalibrated

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2008 - May 2009

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States May 2009 - Jul 2010
Jul 2009 17000 mi	Heavy carbon build up at both exhaust tips after 100 miles or more
Feb 2010 19600 mi	High pressure fuel pump failure.
Apr 2010 21000 mi	leak in fuel line

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 18800 mi	Replaced passenger side headlight due to broken motor and bulb.
Mar 2010 20000 mi	TCU failed. Could not connect to BMW Assist. New TCU installed. Problem fixed.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Aug 2014
Aug 2014 107880 mi C $700	Right lower control arm loose. Decided to upgrade to the M3 Upper/Lower Left/Right Control Arms. Cost including labour: $700. If I just repaired the single control arm, it would probably be closer to $300.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 67000 mi US $2500	A/C evaporator core leak. No A/C.

BMW 3-Series in Nova Scotia, Canada Oct 2011 - Dec 2018
Jun 2018 35960 mi C $300	ABS light. My scan tool at home is unable to read ABS codes from BMW vehicles so I am waiting to bring the car into a shop with the required tools. Best case scenario from my research is a faulty sensor. Worst case is the ABS module which costs more than 3000$ for the part alone.
Oct 2018 36580 mi C $1200	Replaced ABS module with a used part due to pump failure.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jan 2007 - Jun 2007
May 2007 3720 mi	TPMS warning light reset. Second time, first in November. From email.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Jan 2011 - Feb 2012
Mar 2011 57000 mi	fuel pump replacement fuel pump replacement
Aug 2011 65000 mi US $225	Failure of VANOS, replaced

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Apr 2010 - Apr 2011
May 2010 41000 mi	Exhaust valve between right and left muffler was sticking and making a rattling sound; dealer replaced left-side muffler to correct problem.
Oct 2010 48000 mi	I noticed a knocking sound in the steering column in Oct. 2010. Dealer identified the problem as a strut tower that hadn't been torqued correctly after a previous repair, and tightened to the correct torque setting.
Dec 2010 49000 mi	Oil filter housing gasket was leaking; dealership discovered the problem during routing warranty service and replaced the gasket.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2014 - Aug 2015
Dec 2014 87000 mi US $1300	Water pump failure
Mar 2015 90000 mi	Drl went out
Aug 2015 91000 mi	Rough idle caused by old coil packs

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2013 - May 2013
Apr 2013 88000 mi US $1000	Car overheating and going into limp mode. water pump and thermostat replaced.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jan 2007 - Aug 2009
Aug 2009 11000 mi	Rear light holders and connections replaced from indication of light out but bulbs still working

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States Oct 2009 - Jul 2016
Mar 2011 12000 mi	Gas Door actuator replaced.
Jul 2011 13200 mi US $73	Replace bulb socket on right rear side.
Mar 2012 15000 mi US $624	Leaking mechatronics sealing sleeve.
Apr 2014 20000 mi US $1547	Check engine light came on. Replaced eccentric shaft sensor and gaskets.
Jun 2014 20000 mi US $409	DSC Hydro unit replaced.
Dec 2014 24000 mi US $79	Replaced left rear bulb carrier.

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2016
Oct 2010 24000 mi	Audio system quit. New radio ordered and installed. It was defective. Another radio ordered and installed.
Oct 2014 42300 mi US $970	valve cover gasket replacement Right forward control arm replacement (control arm strut)
Aug 2015 44900 mi US $60	replaced burned out headlamp

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2008 - Oct 2012
Jun 2009 26000 mi	Side view mirror motors problem.
Oct 2009 32000 mi	Automatic seat belt does not retract all the way.
Nov 2009 33000 mi	Steering lock malfunction (dealer installed new steering column) First the ratchet sound then the steering lock malfunction, padlock symbol lights come on. Dealer replaced new steering column.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2012 - Dec 2020
Nov 2013 59000 mi	right front light assembly error code error
May 2016 76600 mi US $306	BMW dealer on visual inspection found and replaced “cracked and leaking from lower control arm bushings and mount hardware."
Aug 2017 86000 mi US $1400	replaced all four brake rotors, brake pads replaced steering column electric motor replaced defective air bag

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2013
Jan 2012 46600 mi US $10	Driver side halo bulb failed
Jan 2013 50000 mi US $5	Heater core leak
Jul 2013 51000 mi	Elec water pump dead Driver side mirror adjuster failed, did not replace, traded car in on lexus dsc warning steering wheel position sensor dead

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 64000 mi US $400	Oxygen sensor failed; emissions system sensor (radiator sensor) failed.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Aug 2010 - Jan 2012
Sep 2010 53000 mi US $300	Left window misaligned enabling wind noise. Chrome trim on right side detached surrounding rear window. OBD interface intermittent problems with readout. Delay when accelerating in D now drive in DS in city traffic, use D for HWY driving.
Sep 2011 69000 mi US $50	Replaced left rear tailloght lenses assembly. LED 's not operational. Work completed under BMW CPO.
Dec 2011 75000 mi US $50	Valve covers replaced, head cover cracked engine was leaking oil prior to repair. Sold the vehicle and purchased a vehicle from a different manufacturer.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2007 - Sep 2009
Mar 2008 11000 mi	Alternator malfunction and replacement.
Sep 2009 25000 mi	Radiator replaced following service engine light; no details given

BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States Apr 2015 - Jul 2015
Apr 2015 101000 mi US $500	Both cup holders on dash quit deploying when pressed. Passenger front seat quit moving fore and aft. Backrest and height adjustment still worked, however.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2010 - Jul 2010
Jun 2010 36000 mi	Brake light.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018 77000 mi US $50	Replaced spark plugs, replaced serpentine belt.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jan 2008 - Nov 2009
Jan 2008 8680 mi	Complimentary oil change after 1 year ownership. Exterior light error. Turns out it was ballast error.
Aug 2008 14260 mi	Steering Wheel lock malfunction light appeared. Dealer reflashed software, and problem went away.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2013
Sep 2010 38000 mi	solenoid failed causing engine stall
Dec 2010 42000 mi	daytime running "halo" light on passenger side went out.
Jun 2012 66700 mi	Passenger seat not moving properly. New rail needed but not in dealer stock. Covered under CPO warranty (6/100,000) Power rear sunshade stuck in open position. Not responsive at all (i.e. no sound or movement when button is pushed). Not covered under warranty. Cost to repair $1000.
Jul 2013 78300 mi US $800	AC blower/fan and load resistor dead. ac would switch on but no air would come out.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2009 - Sep 2011
Nov 2009 29000 mi	Seat belt presenter was not grabbing seat belt properly. Unit replaced due to worn bushing. Drivers side retractable mirror was extending too far forward after folding back out. Travel stop was broken, mirror replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2008 - Feb 2009
Jan 2008 4984 mi	reflash of ECU update to Progrman 28.XX.XXX to fix 6FL switching issue and shift issue, per SIB 65-30-07, received new Y-cable for 6FL. Warranty
Feb 2008 6000 mi	Had the infamous 6fl USB/Ipod interface switching problem where iPod would randomly switch to FM radio. First visit in Dec. could not find TSB on issue but ordered new cable (backorder) when cable arrived in Feb. and checked again and found a BMW TSB ...

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2012 - May 2012
May 2012 88000 mi US $1500	active headlight failure, light bulb failure, condensation on bulb housing.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Apr 2007 - Sep 2009
Jan 2007 400 mi	Oil Level Sensor replacement. TSB on exact issue.
Jan 2009 25000 mi	Factory head unit replaced due to CD player not functioning. Replaced under warranty with no cost to me. No other problems.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Aug 2015 - Nov 2016
Aug 2015 123000 mi US $350	head gasket had to be replaced. Oil filter gasket had to be replaced.
Dec 2015 126000 mi US $2000	Fuel pump had to be replaced. Fuel level sensor. Fuel pump fittings had to be custom made otherwise whole fuel tank would have to be replaced.
Nov 2016 127000 mi US $3500	Fuel pump went out again.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2011 - Jul 2015
Sep 2011 48360 mi	valve lifters noise detected, the dealer replaced the lifters under initial warranty.
Mar 2014 62000 mi	replaced all sparkplugs and ignition coils
Nov 2014 65720 mi C $923	car would not engage the transmission. Manual rod broken at plastic connector level.
Jul 2015 66340 mi	Rear differential making intermittent grounding noise, needs new one estimated at over $3000.Decided to trade it in.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Jan 2017 - Jul 2017
Jul 2017 71210 mi US $650	Valve cover was cracked and seeping oil. Replaced with new valve cover

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2010
Jul 2007 500 mi	Reprogram engine computer. Replace auxillary engine fan.
Nov 2007 5000 mi	adaptive brake lightbulb needed to be changed because of voltage fluctuations triggering exterior light failure warning.
Dec 2008 16000 mi	Check engine light on, computer reflashed.
Mar 2009 18000 mi	Check engine light on, computer reflashed. Successful reflash.
Nov 2009 23100 mi	CEL on, existing service bulletin for problem required software update

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2022
Dec 2015 174000 mi US $550	Fuel Pump Developed Crack. Gasoline odor present when car is filled.
Jan 2022 248000 mi US $700	Fuel Pump changed

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2010 - May 2017
Jul 2011 73780 mi C $1400	clunk from rear diff - removed, rebuild, re-installed - priced included 8 day car rental
Jun 2015 139500 mi C $230	Left rear shock leaking oil. Replaced rear shocks and mounts.
Sep 2015 140120 mi C $660	Water pump electronics failed. Replaced along with thermostat.
Sep 2016 148180 mi C $200	Replace faulty DMTL pump
Oct 2016 148780 mi C $500	Front struts replaced One ignition coil replaced Valvtrontic motor gasket also replaced due to oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States May 2010 - Oct 2011
Jul 2011 44200 mi	Driver's side rear tail light wasn't working. Brake and turn signal lights within same cluster functioned. Changed bulb, checked and cleaned contacts prior to taking to dealer. Entire cluster was replaced under warranty.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2016
Jan 2012 36000 mi US $550	Bad VANOS solenoid at 36K miles. Shop recommended not driving it at all until repaired. $275 for the solenoid, $275 labor. Have had several visits for multiple issues since the warranty expired.
Jun 2013 47000 mi US $379	engine timing chain tensioner was loose, had to be replaced
Feb 2014 52000 mi US $450	Microfilter was bad, needed to be replaced
Dec 2014 57000 mi US $1900	Blew a gasket and leaked oil into the valves. Valve and gasket replacement and system flush. My own fault - they told me the gasket would need to be replaced soon and I forgot about it.
Oct 2015 60200 mi US $1900	Transmission had leaked most of the fluid out. Oil housing leaking on to timing belt.
Mar 2016 62000 mi US $1300	Oil pan leak; replaced gasket and cleaned up residue

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Nov 2010 - Jul 2014
May 2011 44500 mi	Seatbelt assist. Went in 3 separate times until assist fixed and seatbelts replaced, original warranty up in june so did all of it before.
Jul 2014 80600 mi C $1550	Eccentric shaft sensor...  Also a/c compressor is going, didn't fix

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2010 - Jan 2011
Jan 2011 19220 mi	creaky front suspension over bumps. Replaced front bushings.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Dec 2013 - Mar 2017
Dec 2014 47000 mi US $846	Idler pulley replaced due to wear.
Mar 2015 49000 mi US $17	Replace DRL bulb. Took about 15 minutes.
Jan 2017 46000 mi US $750	Oil leak from oil filter bracket. Replaced gasket.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 43000 mi	SES light came on, took it to the dealer same day, they found a broken solenoid, and replaced it the same day.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States - Apr 2007
Apr 2007 6000 mi	Xdrive module was replaced, as it was making clunking noise

BMW 3-Series in Sweden Oct 2013 - Apr 2016
Jan 2014 87420 mi	light washer jet cover came off

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007 3000 mi	The door check was loose, making a sound when door opened. Engine hesitates during start.

BMW 3-Series in Great Britain Aug 2014 - Aug 2014
Aug 2014 72000 mi £500	Transmission jerk when car coming to stop only when car at full temperature, had transmission oil changed at professional transmission garage, problem resolved.