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1996 BMW 3-Series Electrical and AC Problems and Repair Histories
Don't infer 1996 BMW 3-Series problem frequency from what you see on this page. Many lucky owners have had no repairs, and their cars are not shown.
Percentage of 1996 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area
1996 BMW 3-Series electrical and air conditioning repair cost distribution
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 4 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty and repair trips that include maintenance.
Chart based on 32 repairs.
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Repair costs are in local units.
1996 BMW 3-Series 4-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| BMW in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 158000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 160000 | 0 | Ignition key spins and will not catch at the on or start positions. Just needed to be re-aligned, 30 min and no parts needed. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 159000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 179000 | 300 | Needed new starter. |
| Mar | 2012 | 183000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 221000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 223000 | 338 | Whining noise was heard from under the hood, determined cause to be noisy alternator bearing, replaced part myself. |
| Jul | 2011 | 242000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1996 BMW 3-Series 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| BMW in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 129000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 131000 | 75 | Multi switch for wipers on left side of column. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1996 BMW 3-Series 2-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| BMW in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 161000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 162000 | 170 | Replaced starter (spark plugs, fuel & cabin filters.) |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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