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2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (0%)

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2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo repair cost distribution

$2500+ (10%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (5%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in Minnesota, United States
Mar 2014 - Jan 2016
Oct 2014

54700 mi

US $3500
Rear window regulator failed, had to be replaced Panoramic sunroof cover failed Water leak into trunk, shorted out power trunk lid 

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2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in Ohio, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2017
Mar 2013

26000 mi
Low Charge 
Sep 2014

39000 mi

US $3026
Replaced right and left control arms in order to have a valid alignment. 
Nov 2014

42000 mi
Dead Battery Replaced Battery 
Mar 2015

44000 mi
Warranty repair of ejectors. 

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2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in Arizona, United States
Apr 2014 - Mar 2018
Sep 2017

72000 mi
The liner on the sunroof tore while it was being retracted. This is, from what I can gather, a common issue, and an expensive one to repair. The quote was around $3500. I am going to try to see if I can get my (aftermarket) warranty to repair, but I suspect I'll just leave it otherwise. The repair requires replacement, and it looks like it's something that is likely to fail again if it's replaced. 
BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in California, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

71000 mi

US $1200
Right rear air bag suspension failed. Both sides replaced. 
BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in Virginia, United States
Jun 2013 - May 2016
Sep 2013

16000 mi
The door sill light on the left passenger door went out 
Oct 2013

16800 mi
The panoramic shade ripped when I retracted it! The Blue-tooth microphone was damaged and/or not hooked back up post sun shade repair. Fuel Tank Vent sensor lit the check engine light. The dealer checked it and said because the car was from AZ it wasn't used to the cold and flagged the sensor they did a reset. 
Nov 2013

17700 mi
Fuel Tank Vent sensor lit the check engine light again. This time the dealer replaced the sensor. 
Dec 2013

21000 mi
Fuel Tank Vent sensor lit the check engine light again. This time the dealer said they had overtighted the clamps holding the wire harness and shorted out the sensor causing the check engine light on. BMW uses dynamic stabilization to balance their vehichles. I got a Level FAILURE message on the dashboard and the car requested to call out to BMW service. They called me and got the car in quickly. Turns out a realy got wet... 
BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in Texas, United States
Oct 2011 - Aug 2013
Jan 2012

5500 mi
In Germany (purchased there), subfreezing temperatures, keyless entry and keyless start would not work: ended up locked out of car or car wouldn't start. Replacement of keyless entry and keyless ignition (and warmer spring) solved problem. 

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2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in Connecticut, United States
Aug 2012 - Jan 2018
Dec 2015

74000 mi
Slight click when steering wheel turned 
Oct 2016

88000 mi

US $50
Locking touchpad on exterior door handle didn't work. Replaced handle. 
Dec 2016

92000 mi
Rear suspension wear 
Mar 2017

97000 mi

US $498
Replaced pads and rotors Replaced rear shocks 
BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo in Netherlands
Nov 2017 - Mar 2018
Jan 2018

34100 mi

€16000
Broken driving rod bearing. Had engine replaced by factory new 

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