2015 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2015

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2015 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (2%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (47%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (9%)

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2015 BMW 3-Series body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

14000 mi rattle in passenger door 

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2015 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

30000 mi Sunroof wouldn't close. Dealer fixed by resetting computer. 

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2015 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 425hp 3.0L I6 7-speed automated manual RWD

18000 mi Passenger door lock rattles in the unlocked position. 

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2015 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

19000 mi Some rattles observed inside cabin at times and at certain outside temps. 
11000 mi Door trim squeak issue which BMW has a TSB for. 

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2015 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

47000 mi

US $50
Plastic trim on the inside of door pulls started to decompose and became sticky. Replaced with aftermarket version 
9300 mi

C $10
shadowline trim squeaks when going over bumps. annoying. 

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2015 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

37600 mi Panel under HVAC controls kept falling off. Replaced the panel with new part. 

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2015 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

48000 mi

US $50
The coating of each door handle deteriorated, leaving a mess on the person's hands when touching it. This is a known problem. Handles were replaced using aftermarket parts with a different coating. 

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2015 BMW 3-Series Body Problems

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