2010 BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series 2010

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2010 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (49%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (3%)

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2010 BMW 5-Series body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (88%)

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2010 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

31000 mi Tow hook cover replaced. USB input came loose. 

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2010 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

11000 mi Windows were creaking. Cleaned windows and added teflon tape. 

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2010 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

92000 mi water stuck in rear passenger side door. owner unclugged the drain. 

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2010 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

13800 mi steering wheel medallion dented 
22000 mi steering wheel medallion dented 

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2010 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

36000 mi Clip holding trim piece to dashboard broke and was replaced 

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2010 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

111600 mi

C $120
Replaced front window moulding and rear window moulding as they both were disintegrating 
91182 mi

US $27
Secondary hood latch was very rusted, and was becoming difficult to open. Replaced it with a new one. 
66000 mi Drivers door handle came off car. Removed door panel and re-installed handle. 
25500 mi Seat belt button (stop for buckle) missing, replaced by dealer. Wiring visible under driver's side exterior mirror. Wood trim fell off ashtray when opened, trim panel replaced. 

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2010 BMW 5-Series Body Problems

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