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2008 BMW 1-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (1%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (2%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)
Other (14%)
Chart based on 369 repairs.
2008 BMW 1-Series repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (17%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (18%)
< $100 (56%)
Chart based on 175 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 BMW 1-Series
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| BMW 1-Series in Georgia, United States Oct 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Nov 20083000 mi | 1st horn was dead, the 2nd horn blew fuses. | ||
| Jan 20095000 mi | Rear brake light fell off, entire center brake light had to be replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Sep 200911000 mi | third taillight on the trunk, fell in (as reported by many) | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Germany Jul 2015 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Oct 201557340 mi | Had rust underneath, in the back. Got fixed for free by the dealer a few days ago. Once in a while I am hearing a banging noise when I drive slowly on brick pavement. The mechanic could not find the source and we left it at that. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in South Africa Jun 2011 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jul 201133480 mi | passenger window moving up and down randomly and to different levels when opening and closing door. replaced window footwell module. high feul consumption. replaced dirty air filter | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel manual 2WD
| BMW 1-Series in Great Britain Sep 2010 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Nov 201015000 mi | bought 2.75yr old used car in october 14283 mileage replaced left rear light bulb it has 2.5 mnths warranty left think tyres will need replacing being rear wheel drive bad in snow present mileage 14870 bimmer forums not cover bmw 1 series | ||
| Jun 201117000 mi | Rattle and squeaky noise from front dash board, they stick it with Double sided tape, made no difference and squeaky noise still evident. Sign for traction control faulty. | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 4-door
4-cylinder diesel manual 2WD
| BMW 1-Series in Ohio, United States Apr 2010 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Jul 201384200 miUS $1700 | Battery warning light on | ||
| Aug 201385000 miUS $1000 | Alternator cable had slipped, needed to be replaced | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 201018000 mi | Wind noise on driver's side | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 20092000 mi | seat latch to pull seat rest forward did not work | ||
| Oct 201330300 miUS $90 | 3rd brake light broke | ||
| Sep 201546000 miUS $1000 | replaced water pump | ||
| Jan 201648000 miUS $200 | replace battery | ||
| Sep 201753000 miUS $500 | rear brake pads replaced | ||
| BMW 1-Series in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2008 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Sep 201019840 mi | Center mounted tail light lens was cracked. Parts were in stock so replaced under warranty same day. | ||
| Jan 201122940 mi | Rough idle and misfires during cold starts. Dealer replaced HPFP and 4 injectors. | ||
| May 201235840 mi | Temp gauge reported overheat during road trip and car went into limp mode. Got towed to nearest BMW dealership for diagnosis. Turns out coolant pump had failed. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2008 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Jun 20096000 mi | Cracked middle brake light needed to be replaced. | ||
| Dec 200910000 mi | Computer software displayed false codes. Had to be updated with reflash. | ||
| Feb 201333500 mi | Passenger-window regulator failed. Couldn't operate passenger window; regulator replaced. | ||
| Dec 201551000 mi | AC evaporator had to be replaced. faulty low pressure fuel sensor caused the engine to reduce power at random times at highway speeds. clock and trip odometer would reset after each startup. Intelligent battery sensor had to be replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Texas, United States Oct 2008 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Feb 20099000 mi | Drivers side taillight assembly was out. Taillight assembly replaced. | ||
| Jul 200916000 mi | Passenger tail light assembly replaced | ||
| Oct 200922000 mi | Driver side tail light assembly replaced | ||
| May 201031000 mi | Sunroof rattle. Sunroof sunshade was ordered and replaced but was/is wrong color. Correct color had to be ordered from Germany during volcano/plane issues in Europe. Awaiting delivery/install. | ||
| Aug 201035700 mi | High pressure fuel pump replaced | ||
| May 201375000 miUS $1200 | Water pump is electric, when it fails it stops, light comes on and car has to be and was towed. Thermostat, I just replaced (over $100) as a good sense measure since they have to take it out anyway to replace the pump. | ||
| Oct 201379500 miUS $825 | Drivers side window regulator failed. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Dec 20084000 mi | Brake light sensor-driver side rear brake light remained dimly lit after powering vehicle down and removing key. First time vehicle was returned,service writer observed problem, but mechanic did not detect. Took extra day to be detected, 2 weeks 4 part | ||
| Sep 200919000 mi | High pressure fuel pump replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2012 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Oct 201241500 mi | Noisy differential. Replaced. | ||
| May 201345600 miUS $1000 | broken water pump valve in the intake manifold | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2012 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Jul 201388000 miUS $1800 | Engine overheating, vehicle disabled. Failed Water pump replaced. Passenger side mirror dimming liquid leak, mirror replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Dec 2010 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Jan 201114000 mi | Car started rough, revved, and then idled rough/sputtered/sounded awful. Service Engine Soon light came on. Dealer told me not to drive the car and have it towed in by Roadside. Their fix was to do "recall repair" and flash the ECU. Same problem: start rough, rev, idle rough/sputter, SES light. They replaced all 6 fuel injectors. | ||
| Jun 201236000 miUS $50 | The window slipped off the cable and fell into the door. It was stuck open and could not be closed. | ||
| Nov 201240000 miUS $50 | Engine was overheating as soon as the car was warmed up. Engine temperature light would come on and soon after engine would shut off. Dealer replaced water pump under extended warranty. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Georgia, United States Feb 2011 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Mar 201147000 mi | The check engine light has come on again. Taken back to deal for the fourth time. Problem began after high pressure fuel pump recall. Dealership attempting to fix it again. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Jul 201111000 mi | Broken 3rd brake light | ||
| Aug 201432000 mi | Cylinder 6 came through the block | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2011 - May 2013 | |||
| Jun 201250000 mi | Engine misfiring and going into limp mode. Dealer replaced spark plugs under warranty. Still experiencing limp mode problem. This time dealer replaced the fuel pump under warranty (the car's 2nd pump. each has lasted ~25k miles). Brake and Stability Control lights illuminated. Steering wheel crooked. Dealer reprogrammed steering angle sensor. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Feb 2011 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Mar 201217000 mi | Passenger seat locked in folded position | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2008 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Sep 2008105 miUS $1500 | Small piece of metal scrap in rode tore tore through under carriage cover with ease. Damaged power cables. $1500 repair 2 days after buying car. Car came with soft under carriage cover, hard plastic on replacement | ||
| Sep 20099282 mi | Full housing and wiring of tail lights replaced. Work done on wiper nozzels | ||
| Oct 20099855 mi | Full replacement of tail lights yet again. Center light fell off two weeks after last repair. Entire wiper fluid pump system replaced, required engine to be taken out of car to access. | ||
| Aug 201018023 mi | Tail lights completely replaced for 4th time, recall was finally issued. Has worked since. Entire seat belt system was replaced for a recall | ||
| Sep 201018023 miUS $40 | Nail in rear tire, called BMW's tire insurance company regarding replacement per tire warranty. Unable to reach anyone after repeated attempts and conversation w/ dealer. Feel ripped off on warranty. Paid patch repair | ||
| Mar 201125585 mi | Engine misfiring, could barely drive. All injectors, coils, spark plugs replaced. Horrid service. Wonder what will happen in the next 25k miles. MPG is now 16.5 car does not run smooth. | ||
| Dec 201135000 mi | 3rd tail light replaced. Front seat stitching repaired. Steering wheel plate was peeling and was replaced. Side mirror mechanic fluid ruptured, mirror was replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 20095000 mi | One of power folding side mirrors doesn't work properly. (replaced right front mirror motor) SZL (Steering Column Switch Sensor) fail. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Jun 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jul 20081000 mi | Airbag light came on. Connector on wire under driver's seat was disconnected or came loose. Dealer/service reconnected; airbag light turned off. Outside mirrors creat a whistling noise at 45-70 mph. Whistling increases in volume with speed. Certain crosswind conditions increase noise. Design flaw root cause is the groove and pressure cavity aft/under the mirror cap. | ||
| Aug 20081000 mi | The rear 3rd brake light cover (red plastic) on trunk is cracked. Part was ordered by BMW Service Center; a waiting part. Inside surface of driver's side window had 6 hair line scratches. Dealer service mgr. offered to 'good will' pay for the labor required to change out the window if I paid for the part. | ||
| Sep 20082000 mi | It was the 3rd brake light plastic cover, not the actual light bulb, that was cracked. Direction given to technician NOT to over-torque new spring-loaded studs during installation of new part. | ||
| Feb 20095000 mi | Throttle delay was noticeable since car was new. 0.5 sec. delay from idle. BMW Service reflashed SW with version 31.x. Still a slight delay but not as bad now. | ||
| Aug 200912000 mi | The passenger-side window does not 'auto up' properly. After window rises 1/3rd way up, it goes back down. This happens 50% of the time. BMW attempted a few software re-programs; however, they were ALL unsuccessful in fixing my problem. Will try again. | ||
| Sep 200913000 mi | This was a return trip which finally corrected the problem that was not fixed during my Aug. visit (several attempts at software reprogram). Window motor was replaced. | ||
| Dec 200917000 mi | Coolant light came on when engine was cold. Eventually coolant light came on and stayed on. I added distilled water to top-off radiator. Coolant light went away, but I still took in car. They topped-off with more BMW coolant & pressure tested. | ||
| Feb 201134000 mi | High pressure fuel pump starting to fail... long cranks at start-up. Also, brought in for seat belt component recall. When brought in, BMW service also identified SEVERAL recall notices. 5 of 6 injectors were replaced. | ||
| Apr 201135000 mi | Engine light came on + 'SERVICE ENGINE SOON'; throttle response retarded/reduced power. Engine light went off next morning; power returned. 'SERVICE ENGINE SOON' light still on. Replaced DEFECTIVE INTAKE CAMSHAFT SENSOR, cleared fault | ||
| BMW 1-Series in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 201755180 miC $200 | cylinder 3's coil needed replacement. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Sep 2008 - Feb 2011 | |||
| Jan 20095000 mi | High pressure fuel pump was replaced due to a faulty factory part. Car was an April 2008 build which was the last month of the old model fuel pump. | ||
| Nov 201029000 mi | Check engine line with reduced power symbol. Replaced all fuel injectors and reflashed the ECU. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Feb 201228717 mi | DMTL pump on line B had fault. Charcoal canister had excessive fuel in it. Both were replaced | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2010 - May 2014 | |||
| Sep 201031000 mi | Suspected fuel pump issue, as it's a known problem with the N54 engine. Had a couple long crank starts and a slightly unstable idle. Dealer reflashed engine software believing this would resolve the issue, but the issue has since worsened. 2 rattles in dash. One behind nav screen, one in right corner below A pillar. Problems were claimed to have been fixed, but persist exactly as originally described to dealer. | ||
| Nov 201033000 mi | Car went into limp mode twice after severe stuttering upon application of more than 20% throttle. Scanned myself that night codes indicated multiple misfires and fuel-pump related issues. Took car to dealer and fuel pump was replaced | ||
| Jul 201139000 mi | rough, stuttery idle. dealer claimed they couldn't replicate, but several other independent people verified. after a second visit, dealer admitted they could see/feel it. checked coils/plugs, ended up seeing 2 fouled plugs, replaced all 6 mounting clip broken on both headlights (same clip location on each: top of light, inboard side). caused headlight to droop slightly. 2 entire new headlights ordered without issue or dispute, will be installed next week (august). | ||
| Aug 201141000 mi | 3rd brake light lens cracked and fell out. had already been replaced 2x. forum research discovered a TSB detailing some metal grinding as part of lens replacement. discussed with dealer. work performed including grinding. | ||
| May 201458000 mi | Rattles in dash never fixed. Pulling that giant 1 piece dash out of my daily driver was a risky prospect. I figured I'd end up not being able to find the source, or break something else in the attempt. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Illinois, United States Jun 2008 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 201435200 mi | Shop detected a likely issue with the AC evaporator and estimates a $1800 repair. He recharged the AC and told me to drive it for a while to see if it goes out before committing to a lengthy repair. | ||
| Jul 201538200 miUS $1800 | A/C condenser sprang a leak and leaked fluid, so it needed to be replaced. This required removal of the entire dash to access the condenser. | ||
| Aug 201752000 miUS $1300 | Water pump had to be replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Indiana, United States Jun 2008 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Nov 20097000 mi | Replaced a failed high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) which is a known issue affecting the N54 twin turbo engine. | ||
| Jul 201010000 mi | Cracked third brake light was replaced with the proper braces and torsion. | ||
| Sep 201013000 mi | Right front passenger window would intermittently fail to close completely when the auto-up switch was activated. Malfunctioning motor was replaced. | ||
| Feb 201116000 mi | High pressure fuel pump failure (this is the second unit). | ||
| Jul 201119000 mi | Center brake light had a crack. Dealer ordered the part and brought the car in for the replacement which took less than an hour. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New Hampshire, United States Nov 2009 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jan 201016000 mi | cracked 3rd brake lens; scheduled maintenance: oil change, filters, wipers scheduled Maintenance including replacement of cracked third brake light lens | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Colorado, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 201016000 mi | Wheel Speed Sensor failed on left front wheel. Caused ABS/DTC error message and chatter in brake pedal. left rear tail light failed. Dealer replaced both complete assemblies since the tail lights are LED. | ||
| Jul 201016000 mi | Dealership replaced the wheel speed sensor once the part came in. No problems since repair. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Jan 201130000 mi | 3rd Brake Light cracked apart from the trunk, needed replacement. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New York, United States Aug 2013 - May 2014 | |||
| Apr 201472000 miUS $180 | Ignition coil | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Alberta, Canada Jul 2012 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Nov 201225620 mi | A pillar broke loose (internal tab), had new A pillar installed. Got an E90 335xi loaner. | ||
| Apr 201327060 mi | Right window motor malfunctioning; would keep resetting to "roll back" mode and wouldn't cycle completely up. | ||
| Apr 201433980 mi | Airbag malfunction. Dealer improperly diagnosed. They fixed the issue, but it has since reappeared and is awaiting another fix. | ||
| Oct 201542860 mi | Driver window won't roll up. | ||
| Feb 201646500 mi | Airbag error and seatbelt error in display upon startup. Took to independent (Frank Scaper Alberta Motorworks) to have ECU reset. Problem solved. He suspected it had to do with shoddy recall work at another BMW dealer. Drivers side power door lock pulley broke. Have to use key to enter car. Decided not to fix. | ||
| Jun 201642160 miC $1800 | Water pump and thermostat, left stranded. Expensive trip. Classic BMW. | ||
| Sep 201753320 miC $1800 | Water pump and thermostat broke, engine overheated. Needed a tow. | ||
| Mar 201855800 miC $1400 | Belts were sheered, lost steering and all other functions when on road. Mechanic/dealer said engine may be contaminated with fragments, estimated about 6000 to crack engine open and fix. Opted to replace belts and trade in car for a chevrolet cruze, 2017 premier hatch. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Netherlands Aug 2012 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Oct 201229020 mi | Fuel Sensor was not working properly. Engine occasionally stalled and did not start for couple of minutes. When I brought the car to the shop, coincidentally it did not fire-up and they had to push it in. | ||
| Dec 201231620 mi | Check engine light was coming on once in two days, I brought the car to the shop and it turned out Intake Cam Sensor was malfunctioning. After the repairs I felt little amount of low-end torque increase. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Alberta, Canada Apr 2008 - Sep 2008 | |||
| Jan 20083720 mi | Noticed clutch rattle/vibration. Noted on file, deemed to be normal by BMW. | ||
| Jul 20081860 mi | Faulty high pressure fuel pump. Ordered, but placed on back-order. | ||
| Aug 20083100 mi | High pressure fuel pump successfully replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2014 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Mar 201485000 miUS $600 | Serpentine belt failure due to oil leak from oil cooler housing.Belt wrapped around crank pulley and destroyed front seal. Replaced oil cooler housing gaskets front crank seal and serpentine belt myself.Oil leak caused the entire problem. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in South Carolina, United States Oct 2009 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Apr 201012000 mi | center brake light fell out. Dealer replaced per TSB. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Wisconsin, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Sep 20082000 mi | The leather around the side airbag on the driver's seat was trimmed so the seat stuffing was visible. It was about a 2mm gap. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jan 200911000 mi | High pressure fuel pump - replaced under warranty. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Ohio, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 201552000 miUS $1000 | Electric water pump failed, had it replaced by an Indy shop. It's a known problem for any modern BMW, these electric pumps just don't last as long as mechanical ones. | ||
| Jul 201556700 miUS $200 | Replaced boost solenoids, they we're faulty and throwing the underboost code. Also adjusted wastegate actuator | ||
| Dec 201564000 miUS $1000 | Had two leaking fuel injectors, I replaced all six though to make sure I had the latest BMW indexed injectors | ||
| Apr 201777000 miUS $140 | Had misfires on multiple cylinders, replaced all 6 coil packs | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Florida, United States Mar 2009 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Jun 20094000 mi | Seatbelt light in dash. A pyrotechnic device in the seatbelt needed replaced. | ||
| Dec 20095000 mi | Third brake light fell off. Install new third brake lens. | ||
| Jul 201011000 mi | Fuel pump expired | ||
| Nov 2016136000 miUS $750 | AC compressor. This was a mistake by me. this was meant to be for another vehicle. Please delete this repair. Water pump failed. Towed to shop, Replaced, | ||
| Mar 2018145000 miUS $700 | After ten years the battery finally went. Battery replaced. Vehicle went into limp mode for twenty miles then totally shut down. Towed to repair shop. Diagnosed failed water pump. Replaced. | ||
| Sep 2021195000 miUS $400 | Howling noise from rear passenger wheel. Replace wheel bearing. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New York, United States May 2009 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Mar 201017000 mi | Experienced long start dropped it off at local dealership. Diagnostic called out HPFP, but had to be verified by BMW before replacement authorized. Instructed to load new software, repeat diagnostics, leak in fuel system called out, parts replaced. | ||
| May 201018000 mi | Long cranks/starts returned made another service appointment. Dropped car off dealer called said newer software loaded, but wanted to keep it overnight to verify issue was fixed. SA stated if problem returns HPFP will be replaced. | ||
| Jun 201019000 mi | Also inner part of steering wheel had to be replaced covering/paint was coming off. Audio control switch on steering wheel had to be replaced too. | ||
| Sep 201024000 mi | Long cranks returned with service engine soon, low power and engine malfunction warnings. Took car to dealer who ran diagnostics called out HPFP part replaced. Long starts and all warning disappeared. | ||
| Feb 201129000 mi | Heater box replaced. Parts had to be shipped from Germany. Also front brake pads replaced due to constant squeaking. | ||
| Aug 201135000 mi | Navigation disc not being read. Dealer verified DVD drive was defective. Also found source of rattling noise from sunroof, replacement parts ordered. Leather on bottom of driver’s seat started to tear replacement ordered. | ||
| Oct 201136000 mi | Nav DVD reader not replaced due to technician not entering failure code when ordering replacement part. New tech could not recreate problem. Replaced sunroof rain gutter thought to be source of constant rattling. Seat cover replaced. | ||
| Feb 201238000 mi | Nav issues never resolved. Rattling from sunroof area. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Mar 200915000 mi | High Pressure Fuel Pump failure. Forced update, no hardware replaced. | ||
| Apr 200916000 mi | Cruise Control Stalk button was loose and rattling. Ordered new stalk. | ||
| Jun 201037000 mi | driver airbag switch failure fuel system fault, updated DME. Fault symptoms were accel shutter and reduced power...no lights | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Sweden Mar 2008 - May 2022 | |||
| Sep 20087440 mi | Update engine software to fix problem with low-end acceleration (turbo lag). Successful. Update iDrive software in failed attempt to make voice control work. | ||
| Oct 200920760 mi | The chrome strip on the top of the passenger door was loose. They looked at it, ordered the part, I went back and they put it on while I waited. | ||
| Nov 200921560 mi | Chrome strip replaced. When bringing car in to replace chrome strip, remarked on excess wind noise at high speeds. Dealer determined weather stripping was defective and ordered new weather stripping. Weather stripping replaced. Excess wind noise reduced. NOTE: Problem had existed from day one, but I finally got around to complaining and dealer fixed it immediately. Fantastic dealer, BTW. | ||
| Mar 201024180 mi | The voice control has never worked very well. Warranty about to expire, asked them one more time to fix it, but they said nothing more they can do. | ||
| Apr 201024800 mi | Brought the car in because the driver door doesn't close properly. We then noticed that the problem was due to incorrect repair of weatherstripping. So my dealer is going to replace the weatherstrippping on both doors again on May 11. Parts ordered. | ||
| May 201025500 mi | Replaced the weatherstripping (for the second time). That seems to have helped the wind noise problem, but the door is still a little too hard to close on the driver's side. No one seems to know how to fix it. | ||
| Mar 201241540 mi$300 | There isn't really a category for the catastrophic failure of a glass sunroof. But that's what happened. In the middle of an open motorway, at speed, not trailing any other car, the sunroof spontaneously shattered. | ||
| Nov 201247680 mi | Water got into a circuit box through the right rear tail light and filled it up. The problem was discovered following some body work when the key would not unlock the door. The circuit board had to be replaced and the whole car reprogramed. | ||
| Jan 201451180 mi | Got "reduced power" alert on starting. Took car for check of high-pressure fuel pump. Fault found and repaired on BMW insurance for EUR550 deductible. Followed up with BMW insurance and customer service, which paid deductible. Happy, happy! | ||
| Jul 201676040 mi | Water pump failed, car went into limp mode. Water pump replaced, engine checked for damage from overheating (tests negative). Front daytime running lights went out on the left side. | ||
| Mar 201888040 mi | Engine light, it turned out that the number five cylinder misfired one time. Nothing needed to be done. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New York, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jul 201038000 mi | Went in for Fuel Pump, was having long starts for the past few months and squeaky brakes. HPFP was done the following day but the car had to wait for new rotors and pads to come in which took a few days. | ||
| Sep 201041000 mi | iPod cable replaced. The sound wasn't coming out of both R and L channels at all times. | ||
| Apr 201147000 mi | replaced steering wheel cover (plastic plate around the buttons). | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Ohio, United States Nov 2008 - May 2011 | |||
| Apr 201119000 mi | Service engine soon light | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2008 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Oct 200850 mi | First odometer entry. Purchased car on Friday. Saturday evening the center brake light over the trunk lid cracked and fell out of the trunk. BMW made repair at 0 cost. Claimed there was some kind of known problem for that part. | ||
| Feb 20095500 mi | High pressure fuel pump failed. Engine only ran in limp home mode. BMW replaced the pump under warranty. | ||
| Nov 201140000 mi | The rear wastegate had persistent rattle due to a vaccuum leak. The dealer replaced some vaccuum hoses and the problem was resolved. | ||
| Apr 201355300 mi | Turbo wastegate rattle became excessive. Both turbos replaced under extended warranty. | ||
| Aug 201357900 miUS $150 | water pump died and had to be replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 200910000 miUS $178 | The 3rd brake light was cracked and became loose. It was replaced. I do not know the cause. | ||
| Jul 201013200 mi | Driver's side vent had no cold air. Recharged A/C system with dye to correct level. | ||
| Jan 201111000 mi | Service campaign to adjust software level of engine | ||
| Jul 201117000 mi | A/C not cold - charged system | ||
| Aug 201117300 mi | Bank Pop off valve on engine not connected. No idea how it happened, just heard strange sound. | ||
| May 201220600 mi | Leaking evaporator causing low suction in system - replaced. | ||
| May 201430600 miUS $264 | Center brake light was cracked. Replaced brake lamp assembly with updated unit. | ||
| Nov 201432300 miUS $50 | Front drive's window would not roll up. Regulator replaced. | ||
| Aug 201535300 miUS $610 | Replaced water pump and thermostat after both failed. | ||
| May 201741000 miUS $747 | Passenger side window regulator defective; repaired under warranty purchased through dealership. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 200910000 mi | Rattles | ||
| Apr 201018200 mi | Loose wires for left headlight | ||
| BMW 1-Series in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2016 - Mar 2019 | |||
| Dec 201666340 miC $1600 | Failed coolant pump. | ||
| Feb 201768200 miC $3550 | Rear main seal popped out and was leaking. Replaced seal, oil pan gasket, and valve cover (with integral PCV valve, suspected to be cause of seal popping out). | ||
| Oct 201774400 miC $135 | Dash warning lights indicating trouble with ABS system. Diagnosed fault with ABS Hydro unit. Elected not to repair at this time as I wanted to explore reman options. After shop visit the lights went off, and have only come on a couple times since, briefly. Suspect may only be dirty electrical contacts. | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Jan 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201656000 miUS $250 | Rear tail light red lens cracked and fell out | ||
| Apr 201868000 miUS $490 | Changed an ignition coil, valve cover gasket, valvetronic gasket, eccentric shaft sensor gasket, oil filter housing gasket | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Dec 201157000 miUS $150 | Dimming driver's side mirror failure. Mirror replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in North Carolina, United States May 2012 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Sep 201237000 mi | Evaporator needed to be replaced. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2008 - Jan 2010 | |||
| Jul 20085000 mi | TPS was sensing a flat tire. wasn't the case. | ||
| Sep 20086000 mi | TPS went over, there was no leak. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Washington, United States Dec 2011 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Oct 201226300 miUS $757 | Third brake light fell out for the 4th time since purchase. Had to inform dealer of their own TSB to correct the issue and pay out of pocket since warranty was up and they failed to fix it the other three times. | ||
| Aug 201335000 miUS $100 | ABS Light came on. Took to dealer. Informed it needs a new DSC Hydraulic Unit, costing $3700. Seems a bit extreme at 34.5K miles. Car had been in for maintenance and full inspection one week earlier. Considering options. Driver's side window malfunction; window would not close all the way at times. Dealer reprogrammed, failing to fix the issue. Window still malfunctioning. | ||
| Sep 201336000 mi | DSC Hydraulic unit previously mentioned was replaced by BMW. | ||
| Aug 201445000 mi | Driver side window never fixed. It really only acts up when it's particularly hot outside, prior to the AC running for a bit and cooling things off. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Tennessee, United States Jun 2008 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Jul 20083000 mi | The SOS System (for BMW Assist) was not working. The computer also kept dropping my Bluetooth connectivity. | ||
| Aug 200921000 mi | Laminate on steering wheel was replaced due to peeling off. | ||
| Oct 200924000 mi | Sunroof would not open. Repair included software update with reflash | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New York, United States Mar 2008 - Apr 2009 | |||
| Sep 20085000 mi | Cloth top warp. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in New Hampshire, United States Dec 2012 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Dec 201240000 miUS $700 | tie-rods seized on both wheels , the shop had to replace them in order to do alignment | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Minnesota, United States Mar 2008 - May 2011 | |||
| May 200912000 mi | air mass sensor failure after routine maintenance. | ||
| May 201020200 mi | check engine light came on, was erroneous | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Minnesota, United States Nov 2011 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Feb 201242100 mi | slight oil leak from valve cover | ||
| Feb 201459500 miUS $250 | replace ignitor cylinder 5 | ||
| Jan 201887000 miUS $1500 | coolant leaking into motor oil replace oil filter housing gasket. Valve cover gasket. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2010 - Sep 2014 | |||
| May 201045666 miUS $15 | replaced sticking tank vent valve, R=R air box and throttle (covered under warranty) shop charges for repairs | ||
| Jul 201047999 mi | Service engine lamp failure- found integrated fault error, could not clear- kept car 2 days determined to be software issue- reprogrammed computer (warranty covered) | ||
| Aug 201050019 mi | service engine light diagnosis- (software previously reprogrammed)- found integrated fault memory- reprogrammed software again (covered under service warranty) Identified software issue- BMW is working on a permanent fix- meanwhile, instructed to clear codes and release car-subject to recall (covered under warranty) Replaced left high beam bulb (covered under warranty) | ||
| Sep 201051534 mi | replace defective headlight bulb (was replaced on 8/30/10- determined to be under parts warranty) | ||
| Nov 201057036 miUS $106 | High beam and marker light malfunction- replaced High Beam bulb shop charge to repair bulb | ||
| Sep 201169859 miUS $424 | labor to determine why windshield nozzles not working- found voltage/ground error in pump- ordered pump to replace next day- charged for labor key fob not auto opening trunk, reprogram valet switch (covered under extended warranty) Shop charge for washer pump repair Windshield washer pump ground failure- required replacing wash pump | ||
| Nov 201174014 miUS $404 | Faulty taillight assembly- replaced both rear tail light assemblies shop charge for repair order (replace tail lights) | ||
| Jun 201299674 miUS $355 | sensor software failure- reprogrammed DME | ||
| Jul 201299674 miUS $694 | PremAir sensor failure- required replacing radiator (sensor built into radiator) | ||
| Dec 2012119199 miUS $162 | Replaced h7 low beam bulb | ||
| Mar 2013124 miUS $828 | Replaced oil filter gasket, filled and bled coolant, set oil level, de-greased engine | ||
| Apr 201321224 miUS $1244 | Hi Temp and radiator warning light coolant leaking, towed to dealer determined radiator cracked replaced radiator | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Colorado, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 20082000 mi | Tire Pressure Monitoring System fault. Found wiring for sensor in LF wheel well damaged. Repaired under warranty. Tire Pressure Monitoring System fault. Found wiring for sensor in LF wheel well damaged. Repaired under warranty. | ||
| Feb 20096000 miUS $260 | Speakers intermittently emit loud feedback for the duration of a trip. Engine oil level indicator inactive. Found wiring for sensor damaged by rodent. Billed 2.0 labor hours, ~$20 for parts. Speakers intermittently emit loud feedback for the duration of a trip. Unable to reproduce in shop. | ||
| Jul 200911000 mi | Refrigerant expansion valve found leaking. Expansion valve replaced. refrigerant recharged. Air conditioning unable to keep cabin cool. Refrigerant expansion valve found leaking. Expansion valve replaced, refrigerant recharged. Repaired under warranty. | ||
| Sep 200913000 mi | Center brake light lens cracked and fell out of housing. Replaced under warranty. Air conditioning unable to keep cabin cool. HVAC system diagnosed on cold day; no fault found. Rear main crankshaft seal leaked oil, replaced Air conditioning unable to keep cabin cool. HVAC system diagnosed on cold day; no fault found. Center brake light lens cracked and fell out of housing. Replaced under warranty. Rear main crankshaft seal leaked oil, replaced | ||
| Jan 201019000 mi | Rear main crankshaft seal leaked oil, replaced Rear main crankshaft seal leaks oil. Seal replaced under warranty | ||
| Jun 201023000 mi | Air conditioning unable to maintain cool cabin temperature due to refrigerant leak. Expansion valve ordered and replaced. Refrigerant recharged. Air conditioning unable to maintain cool cabin temperature due to refrigerant leak. Expansion valve ordered and replaced. Refrigerant recharged. | ||
| Sep 201026000 mi | Air cleaner box loose, detached from grill intake flex tubing. Found missing lower mount. Parts ordered. Air cleaner box loose, detached from grill intake flex tubing. Found missing lower mount. Parts ordered. Tail lamp seal recall. Tail lamp seal removed and replaced. | ||
| Oct 201027000 mi | Lower air box mount installed. Air box reattached to grill intake flex tubing. Tail lamp assemblies improperly aligned when reinstalled after recall performed at previous trip. Tail lamps realigned correctly. Air conditioner does not blow cold, cannot maintain selected cabin temperature. System found low on refrigerant. Refrigerant recharged with dye introduced to assist with further diagnosis. Air conditioner does not blow cold, cannot maintain selected cabin temperature. System found low on refrigerant. Refrigerant recharged with dye introduced to assist with further diagnosis. Tail lamp assemblys improperly aligned when reinstalled after recall performed at previous trip. Tail lamps realigned correctly. Lower air box mount installed. Air box reattached to grill intake flex tubing. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Colorado, United States May 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201748000 miUS $400 | replaced rotors and pads. ATE fluid flush | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2011 - Feb 2016 | |||
| Aug 201132000 mi | When I had my state inspection I had the cracked high mounted middle brake light assembly replaced. A known design fault and a service bulletin, so was done for free. 2nd time it has been replaced on the car. First owner also. | ||
| Sep 201133000 mi | Also had some vibrations taken care of around rear parcel shelf, as well as a clutch inspection. | ||
| Apr 201241000 mi | High mounted rear brake light replaced for the 3rd time due to manufacturers defect in cracks forming at edge. | ||
| May 201241300 miUS $500 | Driver's side window regulator collapsed when window was wound down when getting in car after it sitting outside in a hot Texas day. | ||
| Oct 201243800 miUS $200 | Passenger door lock actuator broke, would lock, but would not unlock. Had to replace. | ||
| Jan 201348000 mi | Power steering pump began to fail. Sunroof switch failed. | ||
| Sep 201352000 miUS $450 | Driver side door lock actuator broke. | ||
| Jun 201570000 miUS $600 | Timing chain tensioner went bad, causing massive issues to rails etc, basically all timing chain elements had to be replaced, car out for 2 weeks ($5500, R66 warranty covered 4900). | ||
| Jul 201570000 mi | AC compressor went out, warranty covered $900. | ||
| Aug 201570700 miUS $260 | Resistor blew on blower motor, warranty covered $690 of $950. | ||
| Jan 201675000 miUS $1500 | eccentric shaft sensor had to be replaced | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Maryland, United States Jan 2012 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Feb 201243700 mi | Replaced satellite tuner | ||
| Feb 201380400 miUS $21 | Emissions system leak High beam bulbs | ||
| Nov 2013107500 miUS $427 | Replaced Mass Air Sensor | ||
| Apr 2014122500 miUS $369 | Frozen right front brake caliper | ||
| Jul 2014135000 miUS $1075 | Replace original front struts, front control arms, rear dampers | ||
| May 2015161000 miUS $375 | replaced front struts and springs | ||
| Jul 2015163000 miUS $1125 | Replaced oil pan and oil filter housing gaskets | ||
| Aug 2015165200 miUS $275 | Oxygen sensor (Pre cat Bank 2) replaced | ||
| Sep 2015171000 miUS $58 | Replaced left rear ABS sensor. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Ohio, United States May 2008 - Sep 2014 | |||
| May 201484900 miUS $600 | Pulley tensioner started to bend and the belt was slowly walking off the pulley. | ||
| Sep 201492000 miUS $1084 | Valve cover gasket leaking oil. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2015 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jun 201636000 miUS $400 | Hood latch cable broke, and hood refused to open. Mechanic replaced latch and cable. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Connecticut, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201026000 mi | Driver side tail light replaced, known issue. Replaced driver side tail lamp. Known issue. | ||
| Jun 2016109000 miUS $1500 | Replaced spark plugs and ignitions coils due to misfiring on cylinders 2 and 4 | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 1-Series in New York, United States Sep 2016 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Feb 201749000 miUS $2000 | The dealer replaced the front disc brakes, changed oil and did the general 50K maintenance. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in South Carolina, United States Dec 2009 - Sep 2011 | |||
| Jan 201022000 mi | 3rd brake light, replaced because the plastic broke in two. | ||
| May 201029300 mi | 3rd brake light assembly fell out again, this time just stuck it back on. | ||
| Jul 201032300 mi | Tail lights seal worn, recall. | ||
| Sep 201036000 mi | Right adaptive control unit replaced | ||
| Oct 201039000 mi | 3rd brake light | ||
| Dec 201044000 mi | Bad HPFP and injectors | ||
| Jan 201146000 mi | Replaced HPFP, 2 injectors, spark plugs | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Ontario, Canada Jan 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 2009620 mi | Microphone for bluetooth phone use was picking up sound too well. At barely more than a whisper I was screaming at people. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Utah, United States Jul 2015 - Feb 2017 | |||
| Sep 201569000 mi | Both turbo's replaced under BMW warranty for turbo replacement on N54 engine. Dealer broke spring clip in steering wheel for steering wheel controls while replacing turbo's. | ||
| Nov 201571000 miUS $1915 | Engine misfiring on cold start, all fuel injectors replaced. | ||
| Jun 201678000 miUS $500 | Drivers side window motor failed. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Michigan, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Jun 201122000 miUS $150 | AM radio crashed. Oil change. Car seems slower since eprom flash. | ||
| Sep 201124000 mi | Replaced Antenna base | ||
| Apr 201230000 mi | Right rear convertible top rattle | ||
| Jun 201233000 mi | Convertible top rattle. Radio graphics, shorted out speaker connection. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Georgia, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 201457000 mi | Symptom was engine light and loss of power. Replaced a solenoid and a gasket. rn$1800 charge was covered by third-party extended warranty | ||
| Sep 201685000 miUS $1000 | had to replace both turbochargers ($6500 charge mostly covered by aftermarket extended warranty) replaced intake solenoid suspected cause for periodic engine light over the entire 3 yr's I've had the car. Cause may have been the turbo's that also needed to be replaced. | ||
| Jan 201788000 mi | Replace brake pads and rotors I had not noticed any symptoms but the dealership said during the maintenance check that the pump was not functioning right and needed to be replaced. They convinced the warranty company to cover it. | ||
| Oct 201797000 miUS $1500 | Head gasket leak | ||
| Nov 2021132000 miUS $247 | replaced battery | ||
| BMW 1-Series in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 20085580 mi | One of the rear defrost lines on my rear window was broken. They had to replace the entire convertible top in order to fix it. All under warranty. | ||
| Jun 200910540 mi | Check engine light came on 3 times. No performance degradation though. Dealer changed the gas tank vent valve. | ||
| Jul 200911160 mi | Convertible top was rubbing on a gasket under the tonneau cover when going up and down. Needed to replace gasket and the fabric top needed to be re-stitched tighter so that it didn't rub. | ||
| Mar 201017980 mi | Had a reduced engine power warning light. Ended up being the HPFP needed replacement and updated software. | ||
| Apr 201018600 mi | The lock that keeps the passenger side seat upright (keeps it from flopping forward) was not working. Found a broken cable that was replaced. Convertible top was misaligned which caused wear on the passenger side near the C-pillar when the top was raised or lowered as it rubbed a rubber gasket. Was re-aligned and does not rub now. | ||
| Jul 201020460 mi | Driver side left bolster leather was wearing too quickly. The dealer replaced the leather on the seat with a new leather cover. TSB for rear light cover failures. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 | |||
| Jan 2012 | Replace coil on one cylinder | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 200910000 mi | HPFP failed during drive, had to be flat bedded to dealer. Took a couple of days and replaced under warranty | ||
| Aug 200913000 mi | 3rd Brake Light fell off the car and into pieces. Repaired by dealer under warranty | ||
| Feb 201020000 mi | Had a few bad rattles. Left at dealer for a couple of days and fixed correctly. | ||
| Apr 201023000 mi | Major failure of Turbocharger #2. At dealer for one week and Turbo #2 has been replaced. Major failure of Turbocharger #2. At dealer for one week and Turbo #2 has been replaced. Good so far. Just noticed 3rd brake light is coming off again. | ||
| May 201023000 mi | 3rd brake light cracked and fell off | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2011 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Sep 201119000 mi | Air pressure sensor giving false positive alerts | ||
| BMW 1-Series in California, United States Aug 2008 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Sep 20083000 mi | Passenger side mirror kept falling out. Turned out the plastic holder on the back of the mirror was not formed correctly (poor quality control by the parts supplier). A new mirror and backing was installed to fix the problem. | ||
| Aug 201010000 mi | replaced air intake cracked during previous service | ||
| Nov 201012000 mi | Brought it in for long cranks when starting the car. Originally they only updated the software and said all was well. I told them I would not accept the car without a new high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) so replaced that the following day. | ||
| Feb 201217000 mi | new convertible top. The original developed a hole in the C-pillar on the driver's side. Apparently the original guide can rub and eventually cause a hole a small dime-sized hole in the top. The is a new guide that solves the problem. trim around steering wheel had rubber coating beginning to peel. Part replaced with newer part model. | ||
| Jun 201423000 mi | Hood release would not work. Pulling on the release handle would not pop the hood. There was too much slack in the front cable. I removed the front grills and tugged hard on the cable to effectively lengthen the tubing of the cable. | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2010 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Jun 201011280 mi | Replaced steering wheel as plastic finish near horn buttons was pealing off the under material. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2008 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Oct 200916000 mi | Convertible top - mechanism wearing through fabric of top. | ||
| Mar 201128000 mi | clips that hold the inner liner of the convertible top, told due to botched replacement of top | ||
| Oct 201134000 mi | clips that hold the inner liner of the convertible top | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2008 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Sep 201118600 mi | Third brake light cracked and fell off - a common problem with early 1 series. The brake light cover is too large for opening and eventually the brake light cracks or falls off. The replacement light cover is slightly smaller. | ||
| Feb 201220460 mi | The windows are supposed to automatically come down a bit when the door is opened and pop back up when closed. This mechanism failed to work properly. | ||
| May 201431620 miC $55 | Drivers window bounced 1/2 way down everytime I tried to close it. This happened repeatedly over several days. Dealer had to reset a program or reprogram to resolve problem, Window working fine now | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2008 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Dec 2008 | Brakelight lens on trunk lid was lying on floor in several pieces day after we took delivery of new car. Nothing had hit it. It just fell out. Was told it wasn't properly glued in at factory and that I wasn't the 1st to experience this issue. | ||
| Mar 20093000 mi | Car stopped recognizing remote key to lock and unlock doors and said unrecognized key when key fob was inserted into recharging port in dash. Dealer updated software. | ||
| Sep 20098000 mi | No tail lights discovered at 1 AM on Interstate returning from MLB game. All left side LEDs out. Entire assembly had to be replaced. Right lights then came back on. 2nd time 3rd brakelight lens in trunk deck lid has been replaced. Not sure why they crack. | ||
| Feb 201010000 mi | Tail lights out for 2nd time just 3000 miles after 1st failure. Fixed under wtty, but very unsafe trying to drive home at 9 PM at night with 4 ways on in order to take to dealer next day. Advised they have a new light source. | ||
| Jan 201121000 mi | High pitched noise (like a rattle snake) coming from rear speakers while car was parked and locked with radio off. Went away after 20 minutes of driving. Dealer could not replicate next day. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Florida, United States May 2009 - Dec 2020 | |||
| Jan 201010000 mi | Convertible top had a wear mark from getting pinched when it was put down. Convertible top was replaced. Leather driver's seat showing scuff/wear marks where person entering car rubs against seat. Replacement leather on backorder. | ||
| Mar 201012000 mi | Backordered part arrived for repair of seat leather. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in South Carolina, United States Nov 2009 - May 2012 | |||
| Jan 2012 | Right side power window was going all the way down | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Alberta, Canada Jul 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Sep 201148980 mi | Check engine light, new software | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2011 - May 2013 | |||
| Jan 201220300 mi | Convertible top wear Third brake light Some lifters replaced | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Tennessee, United States Mar 2011 - May 2014 | |||
| May 201130000 mi | Extra screw in convertible top header. Rolling around and rattling. | ||
| Sep 201133000 mi | Convertible headliner pulled loose. Headliner is stretched in place using plastic clips at convertible top header. Plastic clips broke. Inner headliner (convertible liner) securing clips had broken. BMW apparently created a repair kit just for this problem. So the liner was not replaced, only repaired | ||
| Apr 201237300 mi | Lifter noise. Exhaust lifters were replaced to resolve 'ticking' noise. Apparently fairly common issue. | ||
| Mar 201344000 miUS $70 | 3rd brake light fell apart...a common occurrence on a 128i. TSB Number: SIB-63-10-08. Dealer refused to replace. 3rd brake light failure. Failure mode is for red lens to crack and eventually fall off. TSB Number: SIB-63-10-08 | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Dec 201019000 mi | Tail lights keep burning out. This is third time replaced, all under warranty. | ||
| Dec 201125000 mi | Leaking oil. Replaced oil filter housing gasket. Done under warrenty. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Florida, United States Feb 2013 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Feb 201426600 miUS $400 | windshield washer fluid pump leaked. Replaced pump. | ||
| May 201530000 miUS $2700 | window became detached from convertible top. Replaced top | ||
2008 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 1-Series in Alberta, Canada Jun 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Feb 20094960 mi | Had to reset the window electronics on passanger side as window stopped working. | ||
| May 20096820 mi | Had to repaint hood as paint had bubbled off. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Oregon, United States Nov 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 201752000 mi | Rear window defroster inoperable upon purchase. Took it back in and eventually problem was traced back to electronic control unit. Replaced under warranty due to recent purchase of car - cost to repair if not under warranty would have been ~$1400. | ||
| BMW 1-Series in Maine, United States Jun 2008 - Apr 2010 | |||
| Aug 20084000 mi | |||
| Sep 20085000 mi | Fuel tank and fuel sending unit replaced. | ||
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