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2005 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

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2005 BMW 3-Series repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (15%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (37%)

< $100 (33%)

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BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2011
Mar 2011 137000 mi US $140	had to replace sway bar end links

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015 70300 mi US $200	on 50K I replace servo motor which cost about 500USD and at 60K I replace Expansion tank because it leak

BMW 3-Series in South Africa Oct 2007 - Dec 2012
Apr 2008 43400 mi	There was a humming / whining noise from the steering column. The power steering pump was replaced and some of the pipes.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2015
Mar 2013 123000 mi US $350	Fuel pump died.
Apr 2014 137800 mi US $480	New ac hose and recharge

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BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Nov 2009 - Apr 2014
Jan 2010 54000 mi US $85	Right rear electric window inoperative - window regulator broken. Replaced broken regulator with OEM regulator ordered online.
Nov 2010 62000 mi US $30	Replaced leaking windshield washer pump.
Jan 2011 62000 mi US $1000	Replaced worn front lower control arm bushings Replaced leaking fan thermo switch Replaced leaking valve cover gasket Replaced broken crankcase ventilation hose Replaced leaking oil stand gasket
Mar 2011 67000 mi US $100	Service engine soon light and rough idle. Engine code reader showed "Misfire cylinder 5". Replaced cylinder 5 ignition coil. Problem resolved. Service engine soon light. Code reader showed "Engine idle valve stuck closed." Removed, cleaned, and reinstalled engine idle valve. Problem resolved.
Jun 2011 70000 mi US $70	Right front window regulator noisy and slow. Replaced window regulator.
Jun 2012 84000 mi US $1276	Replacing faulty crankshaft sensor Replaced faulty brake light switch Replaced faulty thermostat

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States May 2008 - Jun 2012
Oct 2008 38000 mi	Air conditioner did not cool when parked. Headlight washer hose leaked. Power steering hose leaked.
May 2010 60000 mi US $400	rear hoghead (transaxle) was leaking. Dealer removed, replaced gasket and grease/oil left (driver) side low beam headlight replaced thermostat was sticking causing "check engine" light to illuminate and temp gauge to read cool. dealer replaced thermostat.
Jun 2010 61000 mi US $10	replaced passenger side headlight
Oct 2010 66000 mi US $780	front CV joints replaced on both sides (work completed in Stuttgart, Germany=excessive cost)
Jun 2011 73000 mi US $300	Rear, driver side spring broken--required replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Rhode Island, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2018
Mar 2011 60000 mi	had to replace the check valve on the Secondary Air Pump
Aug 2011 69000 mi	Secondary Air Pump CEL; replaced check valve in the spring, but CEL has been intermittent since then. Update: later resolved itself.
Oct 2011 71000 mi US $250	Driver's side CV boot was torn and leaking. Local indie shop replaced the boot.
Feb 2012 78000 mi US $85	Replaced oil filter housing gasket.
Jul 2012 84000 mi US $150	Exhaust flange gasket between the manifold outlet and first muffler failed. Shop replaced both gaskets; in order to do that they also removed and replaced the four corroded bolts.
Aug 2012 85300 mi US $50	Replaced leaking valve cover gasket. Replaced passenger side power window regulator.
Apr 2013 98200 mi US $198	Replaced the CCV system to address oil loss.
May 2013 99000 mi US $200	Safety and emissions inspection revealed broken rear coil spring. Replaced both.
Feb 2014 111600 mi US $300	Passenger-side inner axle failed, causing vibration when accelerating.
Jun 2015 133000 mi US $300	Replaced blown rear shocks.
Sep 2015 141000 mi US $300	Replaced driver's side front axle - CV boot was torn and leaking.
Dec 2015 143000 mi US $225	Replaced leaking oil pan gasket. Leaking axle seal after re-installing passenger side axle. Replace motor mounts.
Feb 2016 144100 mi US $320	Replaced center support bearing.
May 2016 146100 mi US $125	Vanos seals, leaking valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket.
Dec 2016 152000 mi US $450	Fuel pump failure requiring a tow and replacement of the failed unit.
Feb 2017 157000 mi US $180	Replaced failing front axle.
Mar 2018 172000 mi US $150	Replaced all power steering hoses to address a leak.
Apr 2018 174000 mi US $1200	Upper radiator hose ruptured while in traffic; radiator itself also cracked. Replaced radiator, thermostat, hose, coolant.
Jun 2018 175000 mi US $95	Recharge to correct for a slow refrigerant leak.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2015 - Oct 2016
May 2016 150400 mi US $1400	Engine mounts collapsed, replaced with new mounts.
Oct 2016 159000 mi US $400	Crank Case Ventilation system replaced due to the cracked rubber causing CEL. Upper and lower air boots replaced at the same time given their age.

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BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Oct 2008 - Jun 2022
Aug 2008 20204 mi	Right rear door seal replaced
Oct 2011 43700 mi US $70	Both front Headlight washer jets went bad.
Aug 2014 78000 mi US $1200	Replaced the CCV with the cold weather type. Installed G.A.S. DISA; Both intake boots. Spark plugs replaced
Jun 2016 100000 mi US $100	Brake hoses were cracked and fail safety inspection
Jan 2017 57500 mi US $100	L/F brake caliper started to stick
Apr 2017 110000 mi US $10	Oil Filter Housing gasket was leaking.
Sep 2017 116000 mi US $450	Replaced all 4 rotors, pads, anti-rattle springs, and guide bushing
Jun 2018 126000 mi US $250	Both Lower Control Arms and FCAB's (Control Arm Bushings) were replaced due to a clunk from the left front outer ball joint.
Mar 2021 161000 mi US $1200	Replace both Cats and upstream oxygen sensors as they were clogged. Also replaced the SAS valve for it too got clogged.
Jul 2021 165000 mi US $75	Oil Service

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2008 - Aug 2013
Dec 2008 45000 mi	Cracked oil filter housing under warranty. Oil changed under warranty. Control arm bushings replaced under warranty.
Aug 2013 174000 mi US $1000	Belt blew out prematurely because of hydraulic tensioner unit going bad.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2018
Apr 2010 28500 mi US $674	Replaced right front and right rear window lifts which had become inoperable.
May 2012 39770 mi US $101	Installed new coolant temp sensor in lower hose because old one leaking; filled system with fresh coolant, pressure tested to verify repair. Replaced drive belts due to wear and cracking. Installed new coolant temp sensor in lower hose; filled system with fresh coolant, pressure tested to verify repair.
May 2013 45700 mi US $441	Replaced the front lower control arm bushings. Replacement cost included $82.00 for realignment.
Jul 2014 50000 mi	Added freon to A/C system. Passenger-side dash vents were blowing much warmer than driver-side, indicating a problem with the system. May be related to fan not running at higher rpm when warm. Will continue to monitor.
Nov 2015 56900 mi US $202	Replaced main drive belt pulleys (idler pulley and adjusting pulley). $90 labor, $99 parts + tax and misc
Jul 2016 60200 mi US $75	A/C not cooling properly, added 0.50 lb of freon, just like last summer. It appears there is a slight leak, which takes a year to become problematic (vehicle is in Phoenix, where summers are brutal). Will continue to monitor.
Mar 2017 62000 mi US $130	Replaced the windshield cowl/cover at base of windshield. Cowl had become extremely cracked and brittle. $80 for the replacement cowl through ECS.
Apr 2017 62000 mi	Replaced driver's-side airbag through manufacturer's recall/warranty.
May 2017 63000 mi US $427	Replaced driver's front window regulator, which had failed. As the summer temps began, it became noticeable that the A/C system was not cooling the cabin as efficiently as normal. Added Freon to A/C system, problem solved.
Sep 2017 64000 mi US $554	Upper headlight cover strips had degraded to the point that they were disintegrating. Replaced upper headlight cover strips, left and right. Replaced front brake pads, rotors, and brake pad sensors after brake-wear warning light appeared on dash.
Oct 2017 62000 mi	Driver's window regulator, that had failed and was replaced five months earlier, failed again. The mechanism was replaced free of charge under the shop's 1-year warranty on parts and labor. These regulators were very poorly designed by the manufacturer. Failure was not due to the previous repair and replacement - the mechanism simply failed.

BMW 3-Series in New Brunswick, Canada Nov 2010 - Mar 2014
Apr 2012 110980 mi C $4500	broken camshaft, engine replaced
Sep 2013 118420 mi C $8	licence plate bulb sockets corroded. replaced with new LED units.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States - Jan 2007
Jan 2005 200 mi	Cylinder misfired and violent shaking. After inspection, no repair needed. Problem never occurred since.
Jan 2006 15500 mi	E-brake shoes rubbing. No repair after investigation.
Jan 2007 29500 mi	E-brake adjusted after additional rubbing. Problem fixed.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Nov 2008 - Aug 2016
Apr 2009 70000 mi US $200	Replace sender for oil pressure sensor
Dec 2009 83000 mi US $180	Not running on all cylinders consistently
May 2010 89000 mi US $600	Replace window regulator and motor
Feb 2012 131000 mi US $1205	Power steering pump failure. Replace pump and hose
Aug 2013 151000 mi US $1072	AC Compressor seized. AC Compressor and accessory belt replaced. AC system recharged.
Sep 2013 152000 mi US $100	Replace left front wheel bearing
Sep 2014 157000 mi US $600	Replace differential bushings
Oct 2015 167000 mi US $300	Replace broken underpanel. Not aware of hitting anything. At high speeds it just started flapping.
Aug 2016 168000 mi	Hole in the side of the engine block

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Dec 2014 - Dec 2015
Dec 2014 137000 mi US $40	A hose from the power steering reservoir dry rotted and sprung a leak. NAPA auto parts had the replacement on the shelf.
Dec 2015 163000 mi US $50	P0171 and P0174 codes. DISA gasket leaking causing erroneous codes. Basically a vacuum leak in the intake.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2018
Aug 2012 87300 mi US $808	Fan belt and motor mounts worn and needed replacement
Apr 2013 90200 mi US $750	Pressure control valve was leaking, fixed by independent mechanic
Jul 2016 104200 mi	Windshield washer fluid tank was leaking, removed the one bolt, reseated pump and OK for a while but pump appears to have failed since. Have ordered a replacement part and strainer for < $15 on Amazon.
Jul 2017 107000 mi US $156	Fuel pump failed. Bought pump and gasket on amazon, arrived prime in 2 days and installed myself watching youtube DIY video. Only tools required are 10mm wrench, flat screwdriver, and mallet. Pump is under rear seat, passenger side.
Sep 2017 107000 mi US $1105	Front end shake during braking: replaced worn control arm bushings Also replaced visibly deteriorated plastic cowling at base of windshield
Nov 2017 108439 mi US $694	Check engine light was on with lean mixture: replaced lower intake boot (was cracked and leaking) Heard rattling sound at idle while car in gear: found high pressure power steering hose mount broken, hose assembly was rattling on front sway bar; reattached it. Coolant level warning was on: replaced leaking coolant expansion tank, thermostat, brittle upper radiator hose; refilled antifreeze
May 2018 109000 mi US $1682	replaced worn fan belt set, air filter, spark plugs, replace oil pan gasket, oil housing seal, oil change. engine mount, driver side wheel well liner/

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Nov 2015 - Aug 2016
Nov 2015 137000 mi US $600	Needed new blower motor.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009 45000 mi	Replaced steering wheel, Alcantara covering was worn out Window trim moulding was loose, clip broken. Fuel door locking pin was not engaging. Tech reset seal on the locking pin. Clicking noise while driving next to a curb on drivers side. Only present when there was a source to echo the noise back. They could not duplicate the problem.

BMW 3-Series in Rhode Island, United States Jun 2015 - Mar 2016
Jul 2015 178200 mi US $2000	Catalytic converters clogged and ruined the piston rings on 3 cylinders.

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BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Apr 2010 - Apr 2012
Sep 2010 70000 mi US $50	Brakes: pads, rotors, or drums, repair
Nov 2011 106400 mi US $1700	rear spring was broken.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States May 2009 - Jun 2014
Aug 2009 71000 mi	Door brake bent out of alignment, causing door to "pop" loudly when the door is opened past a certain point. Part may be ordered and installed (DIY) within the next two weeks. Both Xenon headlights severely out of alignment, causing a dangerous lack of visible light during night driving. Manually adjusted lights by eye, visibility improved. Plan to adjust lights accurately within two weeks (DIY). Diagnosis of slight whine/whirr/whistle at WOT. Suspect either a minor vacuum leak or a worn-out water pump. Current water pump may be original, with 70,000 miles on it. May replace water pump with higher flow version within next two weeks.
Sep 2009 72000 mi US $100	Passenger xenon had begun emitting very dim, pink tinged light. Bulb out indicator appeared on dashbord occasionally. Ordered 2 replacement Phillips D2S xenon bulbs. Installation was straightforward, however tight clearances made it a challenge.
Oct 2010 86100 mi US $350	Parking brake button popped out and brake couldn't be engaged. Panicked, went straight to dealer. Entire parking brake assembly needed to be replaced. $375! Later found out that this can be DIYed, and OEM part costs $75... While working on parking brake, dealer repaired door brake at no cost, likely just tightening the bolts. Finally that headache is gone!
Mar 2011 92000 mi US $560	Check engine light indicated that engine was misreporting temperature. Bad thermostat. Replaced, flushed coolant. Resolved. Discovered that lower intake boot and DISA valve had leaks, hold repair till next time. Intake boot and DISA valve had a leak. Couldn't DIY as there was insufficient access to the retaining ring screw holding on the boot. Took to shop. Repl. leaky boot and DISA. Also did oil change, installed new swaybar endlinks too.
Aug 2012 106700 mi US $270	Rear driver side coil spring was noticed by BMW dealer at last trip to be broken, and passenger side cracked. Parts acquired through Tischer BMW online, replaced by me. Used OEM jack to spread the control arm down to remove old spring.
Sep 2012 108000 mi	Intended to replace front control arms and inner ball joints. However, a rubber plate above the driver front strut had a hole punched in, so replaced. Also replaced driver side CV joint as it was leaking. 4 wheel alignment done as well. Alignment was not correct the first time, car pulled to the side slightly. Took it back, they readjusted and it was better, however they were unable to fully adjust it due to a possible bend in the driver side front strut.
Mar 2014 120000 mi US $900	Car ran out of fuel halfway between quarter and empty. OBC showed 40 miles remaining when car completely ran out of fuel.
Jun 2014 120000 mi	Fuel pump was on its way out and was going to be replaced this month. Driver's side window regulator was going and was going to be replaced this month.

BMW 3-Series in Idaho, United States Feb 2011 - Sep 2014
Jun 2011 86000 mi US $600	Starter drive was sticking; installed new starter.
Dec 2013 102000 mi US $100	coolant leak due to small valve failure

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 13000 mi	The serpentine belt and one of the pulleys was replaced at the same time due to light squealing upon startup (that only happened the day I brought it to the dealer to fix the brakes.)
Nov 2008 25000 mi	Rough start on the first sub freezing day of the year triggered a CEL. Dealer determined that two coils were bad and replaced.
Jun 2009 40000 mi	Squeaking noise when turning steering wheel to either side. Diagnosed as bad u-joint. Part replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Oct 2012 - Jan 2017
Dec 2012 100000 mi US $300	VANOS unit seals failed. This is a common problem on all E46 models. Was repaired under extended M56 SULEV warranty.
Jan 2013 US $200	Thermostat was changed due to it soft failing and not letting car run at operating temp.
Jun 2013 104000 mi	Radiator was leaking, replaced under M56 Sulev warranty. Replaced front driver wheel speed sensor.
Jan 2016 105500 mi US $100	Upper radiator hose
Jan 2017 130000 mi	02 sensors

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2016
Jan 2011 50000 mi US $20	Replaced windscreen washer fluid pump. Replaced windshield washer pump.
Jan 2013 109100 mi US $350	Cracked cooling expansion tank. Replaced tank & hoses.
Jul 2013 88000 mi US $42	Oil filter had broken off inside housing. Needed to be removed.
Apr 2014 97000 mi US $1400	Replaced lower control arm bushings. Replaced oil filter housing gasket. Replaced oil filter housing gasket.
Aug 2015 120800 mi US $90	Re-glued fabric covering A-pillar. Time / sun had caused fabric to sag.
Nov 2015 120000 mi US $20	Replaced windshield washer pump.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2008 - Nov 2011
Jul 2009 52080 mi C $50	Window regulator failure.
Sep 2009 58280 mi C $50	Front stabilizer link broken. Replaced successfully.
Feb 2010 65720 mi C $50	Caliper seizure.
Dec 2010 83700 mi C $50	Headlamp washer pump failed. Replaced
Mar 2011 89900 mi C $400	Front end oil-filled bushing replaced.
Apr 2011 94240 mi C $1700	Coolant expansion tank leak. Replacement of tank.

BMW 3-Series in Western Australia, Australia Jul 2008 - Jun 2011
Dec 2008 38440 mi A $400	Replace ignition coils.
Jun 2011 42160 mi A $600	Power window regulator requiring replacement

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2013
May 2008 36000 mi	Routine oil change and rattling noise at idle in drive.
Oct 2008 40000 mi	Passenger side power mirror inoperable. Replaced power mirror assembly.
Feb 2009 44000 mi	Leaking coolant temperature sensor.
Aug 2012 74700 mi US $453	Service Engine Soon light on. Codes showed lean condition on both banks. Smoke tested intake and found oil breather hose had a hole in it. Replaced hose, retested system and found no leaks. Cleared codes, test drove, no codes reappeared. Windshield washer inoperative. Windshield washer pump removed and replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jun 2007 - Apr 2013
Jul 2008 78000 mi US $300	Belt and idler pulley.
Oct 2009 85000 mi US $360	replaced control arm bushings
Apr 2011 90000 mi US $70	valve cover gasket

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Oct 2013 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 C $700	oil leak valve cover gasket
Feb 2015 90380 mi C $1224	windshield washer pump oil leak at filter housing
Dec 2015 95480 mi C $1500	AC Fan clutch AC Condensor AC fan with Module Radiator assembly; transmission cooler; Coolant reservoir;
Feb 2016 96580 mi C $1000	new front struts
Jan 2017 111600 mi C $767	replaced alternator and belts headlight refresh
Jan 2018 119040 mi C $450	Leaking Brake line
Jun 2018 121520 mi C $250	Small coolant leak

BMW 3-Series in New Brunswick, Canada Oct 2008 - Mar 2011
Nov 2008 36580 mi	Upon taking the final test drive I noticed some wind noise so the dealer put new sealant around the doors/windows which alleviated the issue.
Feb 2010 54560 mi C $50	Caliper was sticking after braking resulting in sigificant vibration as brakes stay applied on one wheel.
Aug 2010 70680 mi	One fuel injector was faulty. After a couple of unsuccessful trips to dealer, dealer arranged to pick up car and provided loaner during 3 day repair. Dealer replaced all 6 injectors, no cost to owner.
Feb 2011 74400 mi C $400	Heater not working. Dealer replaced thermostat.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2012
Sep 2011 69000 mi US $440	Radiator hoses cracked and leaking coolant. Mechanic replaced all rubber hoses.
Nov 2011 70000 mi US $300	Replaced MAF in response to Service Engine Soon light illuminating and displaying codes: P0171 and P0174 indicating both O2 sensors detecting a lean condition. After installing new MAF, light no longer illuminated.
Dec 2011 71000 mi US $70	Windshield washer pump motor failed and was leaking. Replaced with new pump and gasket.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 51900 mi US $36	worn lower control arm bushings replace valve cover gasket
Jun 2010 55000 mi US $490	Replace evaporator and dryer

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2015
Jan 2014 US $1054	parking brake shoe mount...rust caused the shoe to fall off (rusted bolts and mounting locations Replaced Control Arm Bushings in Front
Feb 2015 114000 mi US $65	Replaced rear taillight wiring harness due to false taillight out dash indicator
May 2015 114000 mi US $125	Leak in A/C system Alternator Failed, Also replaced 12V battery

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BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States May 2011 - Sep 2012
Jun 2011 34000 mi	Thermostat was stuck open. The check engine light came on, and I took it to the dealer the next day. Since I just purchased the car a week earlier, the BMW dealer repaired the problem at no cost to me.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States May 2009 - Jan 2022
Aug 2010 77000 mi US $96	Leaky CV boot so dealer replaced both on the front. covered under certified used warrantee except for labor approx $96
Jun 2011 81000 mi US $500	RF caliper heating and vibrating told my wife caliper needed replacement. I wonder if it was just the pins? blinker lights were acting and blinking erratically
Apr 2013 100700 mi US $900	replaced both broken rear springs
Oct 2013 106200 mi US $1300	Replaced oil separator
Feb 2015 114900 mi US $300	new battery
Aug 2015 118300 mi US $1000	water pump impeller broke causing overflow tank leak, replaced entire assembly with new pump, tank etc
May 2017 128000 mi US $1100	during annual safety inspection mechanic discovered broken ball joint, Not needed to pass NY inspection but recommended replacement Is trusted mechanic so we replaced and had an alignment after

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BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Dec 2007 - Apr 2013
Feb 2008 37000 mi	Speaker buzz.
Aug 2008 49000 mi	Blown tweeter on passenger door.
Jan 2009 59000 mi	Annoying buzz at normal listening levels in front passenger door. Tweeter replaced; did not fix problem. May be loose panels or covers rather than speakers.
Sep 2009 76000 mi US $50	Drivers side window lift began operating erratically and slow. Shop replaced lift motor.
Dec 2009 83000 mi US $95	Passenger front door window lift operating erratically; motor and regulator replaced under extended warrantee.
Dec 2010 96000 mi US $150	Improper grounding in brake light circuit caused brake light to work intermittently and display on dash to show light out. Parts replaced and grounding issue fixed.
Jan 2011 98000 mi	Starter motor on engine would not engage. Jumped the car to start it. Shop checked battery - showed good. Starter now works fine. Will monitor.
Apr 2013 123000 mi	Never could fix speaker buzz at certain tones and volume.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Feb 2011 - Oct 2013
May 2012 74500 mi US $90	Replaced lower control arm bushings

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2012 - Jun 2018
Sep 2012 96000 mi US $150	creaking noise in front traced to the sensor arm used to level the xenon headlights. Part was about $18 and the time to fix under an hour. when fixing the headlight sensor, the mechanic also found that the exhaust bracket under the trans had rusted away. It was replaced - the time was included in the other repair and the part were about $20
Feb 2013 99500 mi US $300	leaking valve cover gasket - mechanic also found signs of mouse damage in engine compartment, replaced chewed cabin air filter
Oct 2014 110200 mi US $1200	rear calipers not working well, other parts worn. Replaced calipers, pads, rotors. Backing plates so rusty they had to be replaced. This last added a lot to the bill.
Feb 2016 132900 mi US $300	airbag warning light came on, scan showed it was driver side door bag. Trim pulled, no problem found. We declined dealer's offer to look further. Light reset. Hasn't come back on after several weeks and hundreds of miles
Jun 2016 140000 mi US $800	throttle sensor/activator began to go bad. Symptom was car sometimes would not accelerate when pedal was pushed
Apr 2017 153000 mi US $400	ball joints replace both sides front
Apr 2018 167000 mi US $950	replaced left rear wheel bearing. also pads and rotors in rear.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2018
Sep 2015 101000 mi US $1200	Fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced
Dec 2015 104000 mi US $470	Interior heat was lukewarm and oil temperature was failing to reach 190F. Determined to be a thermostat stuck open which was replaced.
Jun 2016 110000 mi US $900	Control arms and a wheel baring replaced as they were getting very worn out.
Jul 2017 115888 mi US $2000	Noticed a burning smell or a funk odor. Turned out to be a dirty cabin air filter. As part of the check up the mechanic found my valve cover to be leaking oil along with an oil line. Belts and pulleys were getting old and replaced as a preventative measure.

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States May 2008 - Jun 2011
Sep 2008 37000 mi	"Service Engine Soon" light reset. Cause of alert light: Emissions issue...
Oct 2008 38000 mi	"Service Engine Soon" light on again. Emissions issue fixed this time.
Apr 2011 54755 mi US $915	Oil filter housing gasket began leaking. Over a quart leaked, coating the engine cradle and bottom front section of car. Dealer repaired. Oil leak. Replaced Oil Filter Housing gasket.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Jul 2016 - Jul 2017
Jul 2017 135000 mi US $2000	ECM failure that took 24 days to diagnose

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BMW 3-Series in Cayman Islands Apr 2015 - Mar 2016
Oct 2015 72220 mi $1900	AC Compressor not functioning properly

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jan 2011 - Apr 2012
Mar 2011 55180 mi C $125	The air pump was replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Jan 2012 - Nov 2013
Nov 2012 89300 mi US $200	Windshield washer pump leaks
Dec 2012 91000 mi	Replaced windshield washer pump.

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BMW 3-Series in Great Britain Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Feb 2010 114000 mi £800	Clutch was OK but the flywheel which is of the dual mass type had disintergrated so both the clutch and the flywheel were replaced. Common problem According to the Bmw breakdown mechanic. Two years ago a pulley shaft snapped.

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BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2011
May 2009 34000 mi	VANOS solenoid failure. Replaced under warranty. No charge.
May 2010 44000 mi US $1650	Flywheel repair. Bolt came loose, Flywheel repair. Bolt came loose,

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2011 - Jun 2016
Nov 2011 101300 mi	Service Engine Soon (MAL) Light
Feb 2012 104000 mi	Right/Left driver/passenger Combo Front/Back OEM Electric window switches R/R center console R and L of man tran shifter 10 minutes... easy repair Insurance covered Front windscreen replacement During repair, tech damaged rearview mirror Contractor accepted responsibility My independent shop R/R mirror with updated OEM mirror, apparently stock M3 part leaks under certain conditions
Nov 2012 115600 mi US $1400	Ran code reader Misfire cyl #6 Bad coil Replaced at Shop Performed inp II Major preventive maintenance while veh in shop All performed per BMW recommended guidelines
Jul 2013 119800 mi US $200	Repaired leaking oil relief valve = 103.00. Interval oil service {MOD} Installed Injen Tuned Short Ram Cold Air Intake {MOD} Dinan ST1 Program {MOD/Upgrade} Installed BS PSS10 Replaced noisy belt tensioner + new serpentine belt = 90.00
Aug 2014 127600 mi US $500	Replace valve cover gasket Engine oil service mid interval

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2022
Dec 2015 104000 mi US $2000	SMG pump went out. Converted to Stickshift
Jul 2018 110000 mi US $300	Stock thermostat failed a while ago but had no significant impact to smog. Finally replaced it with a motorsport thermostat for better durability in Southern California heat. Also replaced EGT sensor at the same time
Oct 2018 110000 mi US $75	radio failed. Audio came only from one side of car . mayy have been caused by a related car collision or disassembly at body shop, but. Bought OEM replacement for $75 on ebay which solved the problem

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2018
Jul 2011 48000 mi US $50	seepage from gasket right side of motor. replaced horn
May 2014 59000 mi US $1000	Leak from differential due to failed pinion seal.
May 2015 64000 mi US $200	Temp sensor failed causing coolant leak
May 2017 67000 mi US $300	System was blowing warm air. No leak found. Suspected cause was intermittently sticking valve in compressor. Re-charged system and problem gone for the time being.
May 2018 68000 mi US $1700	Stability control and brake light fault. After extensive (and expensive) diagnosis they replaced the brake pressure sensors which has cleared the fault for the time being.

BMW 3-Series in Districto Federal, Mexico Jan 2010 - Oct 2012
Feb 2010 29140 mi $200	Self dimming mirror failed and had to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2007 - Jun 2013
May 2009 40000 mi	MAF failure. Engine would not run
Jun 2009 41000 mi US $265	Cooling fan blades broke off. Replaced fan and viscous clutch.
Oct 2010 58700 mi US $500	Gear shifter retaining ring broke. Replaced gear shifter.

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2018
Sep 2012 55000 mi US $100	Had a 2x misfire at cylinders 1 & 2. Caused a SES light on dash. No issues found, no misfires since.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Jul 2015 - Mar 2018
Jul 2015 110000 mi US $100	headlight ballast and bulb was replaced.
Sep 2015 112000 mi US $100	Right ballast for headlight replaced
Jan 2016 US $140	Left and right control arm bushings, left was replaced as preventative maintenance, right side was messed up.
Feb 2016 114100 mi US $273	Left control arm w/integrated ball joint was replaced
Apr 2017 121000 mi US $110	Replaced high pressure power steering hose because it was going to start leaking from rubbing on oil pan
Sep 2017 125000 mi US $20	Speaker blew out, bought used one on eBay for $20

BMW 3-Series in Districto Federal, Mexico Jun 2014 - Mar 2017
Oct 2014 58280 mi $200	Battery died and was replaced.
Dec 2016 63240 mi $1300	Engine mounts were replaced, head gasket was replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2011
Mar 2009 32000 mi	Belt pulley system. Various rattles and squeaks.
Sep 2009 37000 mi US $450	Right-front wheel bearing

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States May 2010 - Mar 2013
Jun 2010 39000 mi US $300	Water pump, thermostat, and seals replaced due to bearing in water pump going bad. Replaced input and output seals for differential.
Jul 2010 39000 mi	Daytime running lamps stopped working along with alarm and sunroof after dealer software re-flash.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2012 - Aug 2015
Mar 2013 50000 mi US $400	Faulty drivers door actuator.
May 2014 60400 mi US $150	Thermostat needed to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Sep 2007 - Sep 2011
Oct 2007 33000 mi	Unstable idle when cold. All M3's have this to some degree but mine was worse than average. Dealer did not fix. I cleaned the MAF sensor myself and it improved the idle noticeably to where it is now OK (although not perfect).
Feb 2008 35000 mi	Failed alternator. Warning light on. Checked voltage w/ engine running: 11.5V. Was able to drive car to dealer after charging the battery. Dealer replaced alternator under warranty. Mechanic did very nice work. No grease smudges in engine comp, very clean BMW has an auto-dimming rear view mirror and a common problem with them is they leak the auto-dimming fluid inside. The fluid is highly toxic and caustic so if it drips on the interior it will damage it. Mine was starting to go bad, the left side no ...
May 2009 44000 mi US $75	Worn out trailing arm bushings. Symptoms were unstable during acceleration and rapid tire wear. Replaced OEM w/ urethane after market.
Sep 2009 47000 mi	Pass side Xenon headlight failed + auto-leveling. Condensation found. Sealed housing, dried, and light worked again. Leveling broken due to snapped clip, fixed clip.
Jul 2010 52000 mi	Headliner came loose at rear window and was hanging down. I re-glued it.
Jun 2011 56000 mi US $50	Service Engine Light on, P0128. Replaced thermostat.
Sep 2011 56000 mi US $16	Hood emblem flew off while driving down the road. Replaced emblem. New emblem flew off same week. Glued emblem w/ weatherstrip adhesive which fixed it.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2022
Oct 2010 30000 mi	Rear view mirror developed a bubble in lens / auto dim feature quit working in same mirror
Feb 2018 37600 mi	Cooling system leak, bad o ring on lower radiator sensor. Self repair, less than $1.00 for the part.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2016
Oct 2010 54000 mi US $3100	Vanos oil pump drive gear tabs broke, causing exhaust timing to be off. Replaced Vanos unit, drive gear, spark plugs, accomplished valve adjustment.
Jan 2011 57000 mi US $100	Engine coolant temperature sensor
Mar 2011 58000 mi US $480	Power steering high pressure hose replaced. Also completed oil change while there
Jul 2015 71000 mi US $1000	Rear Trailing arm bushing

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2022
Mar 2014 82000 mi US $42	Replaced the Constant pressure vavle PN# 11111318185 for it was leaking oil down the side of my block.
Mar 2017 93000 mi US $1700	Replaced the VANOS with a rebuilt one from Dr. VANOS. Also replaced the camshaft bolts.
Aug 2017 96000 mi US $750	Repaired the VANOS. I received a bad VANOS unit from Dr. VANOS, and they are working on getting me another one. I had a club member allow me to use his spare for the summer until the 1st unit that was sent to me repaired. Now I have to get it repaired again, so in the spring you will see another entry.
Sep 2017 96000 mi US $1200	Inspection-II Completed Oxygen sensors replace X4 (scheduled) All fluids Replaced(engine, trans, diff) Valves adjusted, spark plugs and coils replaced
Dec 2021 107000 mi US $450	Replaced Intake, Exhaust, and Crank position sensors.

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2010 - Sep 2011
Mar 2011 58000 mi US $150	Couple LED lights burned out so BMW replaced whole rear light assembly. Front bushing.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2018 - May 2022
Jun 2018 71000 mi US $4500	Vanos system needs to be replaced. At the same time some bolts on exhaust camshaft were found to be sheared.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jul 2012 - Sep 2015
Aug 2012 47000 mi	dealer replaced SMG oil pump

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2015 - Jul 2022
Aug 2015 78000 mi US $1500	Engine thermostat Fuel filler sealing pump
Jun 2016 87000 mi US $3500	Railing for timing chain had worn, needed to be replaced. Replaced engine mounts and flex plate replaced trim on interior a and c pillers
Jan 2017 92500 mi US $2100	Bumper needed to be removed and parts repaired and repainted. Quarter window gaskets needed to be replaced, other minor body touch-ups were also completed
Jun 2017 92000 mi US $1050	Replaced 2 exhaust hangers Tensioner and pully replaced, along with belts

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Sep 2015 - Mar 2016
Mar 2016 156000 mi US $3000	Oil leak

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Mar 2008 - Feb 2012
Jul 2008 41000 mi	Door panel Subwoofer Driver's mirror
Sep 2008 47000 mi	Headlight was going on and off. Replaced the ballist and ignitor. got the car back and the problem was still present. Made second appointment and bulb was replaced. Car will "chatter" when taking off from dead stop. Problem is intermittent and the dealer could not reproduce it. Was told it was a service bulletin having to do with the frame of the vehicle.
May 2010 63700 mi US $77	Inspection 2 (60,000 mile svc), the spark plugs are supposed to be replaced whch was not done during initial vsit. They also blamed chk eng light was bcause cold air intake was not connected when they got car which is not possible.
Jun 2011 74000 mi US $80	Replaced belt tensioner and ac belt

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2015 - Oct 2015
Oct 2015 110000 mi US $300	Fixed transmission crossbar mount

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2022
Aug 2014 66000 mi US $1200	Repair hail damage and repair prior paint repair that was defective. Insurance covered most of hail damage, owner paid for paint repair.
May 2018 121000 mi US $3000	Clutch fork pivot pin broken, replaced flywheel, clutch, pressure plate and clutch fork. Also replaced guibo and driveshaft U-joint while transmission was out.

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BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2018
Jun 2013 63000 mi US $119	AC recharge
Mar 2014 71000 mi US $120	leaky oil filter housing gasket, replaced gasket
May 2014 72100 mi US $110	AC recharge, second time in a year. Probably have a leak in the condenser.
Nov 2014 76000 mi US $150	Expansion tank float broken. Replace expansion tank, preventive replacement of water pump
Mar 2015 79000 mi US $120	Recharge AC. Has slow leak, gets recharge every April (3rd year straight)
Apr 2016 84500 mi US $649	AC belts & idler pulleys, charge AC (required annually due to slow refrigerant leak)
Nov 2016 89300 mi US $560	front control arm bushings worn, replaced with poly, aligned
Mar 2018 98800 mi US $250	Replaced tie rods & ends to resolve a pull problem. Problem now fixed.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 72000 mi US $200	Installed Beisan vanos rings and anti-rattle spacer bearings to resolve vanos rattle.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Aug 2013 - Mar 2022
Mar 2015 61000 mi	Front control arm mounts were worn out. Oil filter housing gasket is leaking. Side mirrors not operating. High resistance across drivers mirror indicating defective part. Rubber mounts for front control arms worn. Dealer replaced. Side mirror motors not operating.
Apr 2016 76500 mi US $153	Replaced front lower control arms Replaced one rear control link.
Dec 2016 83000 mi US $92	Thermostat replaced Left engine grill fell out. Owner purchased new part from dealer and installed it himself.
Mar 2020 104000 mi US $5000	Valve guides in two cylinders came loose. Engine rebuilt.
Oct 2020 108000 mi US $400	Tie-rods needed to be replaced Coolant reservoir tank cracked. Reservoir tank cracked
Feb 2021 110000 mi	Cylinder head cracked, one cylinder filled with oil

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2007 - Apr 2008
Feb 2008 26000 mi	After performing the recall, the CEL would not turn off. They had it for 40 days. They finally fixed by replacing the computer, but by then I had contacted an attorney and BMW had agreed to buy the car back. Very disappointing. Best car I've ever owned.

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Jul 2009 - Aug 2021
Jun 2011 55000 mi US $50	Windshield wipers not working. Control module replaced. Windshield washer pump not working. Part replaced.
Oct 2017 64000 mi US $2000	Cooling hose replaced (leaking)
Jul 2018 66000 mi US $150	Repaired corrosion in outside air temp sensor wiring harness.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2008 - Sep 2012
Apr 2009 26040 mi C $50	Lower ball joint failed on right side. They are full of oil when working properly. Oil had drained out. Day in shop. BMW warranty paid, but paid a 50.00 user fee for warranty claim. Problem fixed. Steers a lot better.
Aug 2009 29140 mi	Part broke off underneath passenger seat. Ordered in from BMW Germany. Passenger door mirror usually tilts down when car in put in reverse. Stopped working.
Sep 2009 29140 mi	Transmission symbol illuminated on dash. Transmission went into safe mode which slows it down and makes it hard to drive. Car towed from my residence to dealership. Speed sensor on transmission replaced and computer reflashed. Problem was solved. Part for seat rail order in from Germany. Wrong part sent or ordered. Part reordered. Car scheduled for fixing on Oct 19, 2009. Passenger side mirror would tilt when put in reverse gear. Switch on drivers door was turned off. Switch turned back on. Problem solved. No charges to me.
Oct 2009 29760 mi C $50	Driver seat part installed.
Aug 2011 35740 mi C $245	Windshield washer pump leaking. Replaced windshield washer pump.
Mar 2012 36580 mi	Leaking temperature sensor on radiator. Lower rad hole replaced at same time. New battery installed. 7 year old battery not keeping a charge.

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Nov 2008 - Oct 2014
Mar 2009 37820 mi C $146	Front Lower Control Arms needed replacing.
Jun 2009 42160 mi	Oil level sensor faulty
Jun 2010 55800 mi C $130	Ripped intake boot
Mar 2013 82460 mi C $200	Replaced thermostat and auxiliary drive belt
Jun 2013 84320 mi C $185	Had to replace exterior ambient temperature sensor as well as the drivers side wheel well cover

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2016 - Dec 2018
Apr 2017 85100 mi US $150	Full CCV refresh, new intake manifold gasket, new air distribution O rings, new ICV new DISA gasket, various old vacuum lines replaced. None had failed, but the CCV and associated hoses were very old and brittle. So a failure was near.
Sep 2017 92000 mi US $400	Full brake refresh. Replaced original rotors, pads and wear sensors. Bled the brake system and completed brake fluid flush.
Mar 2018 101000 mi US $23	Replaced hazard and door lock switch

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2012
Apr 2009 50000 mi	When car running slowly or idling, smelled of antifreeze. Told dealer last summer, but no problem identified. Dealer seems to have located problem (replaced thermometer, I think).
Dec 2009 63000 mi	AM radio reception very static-y. Long-standing problem, but not dealt with under warranty due to my error (forgot to tell them). Dealer comp'd me a new radio which arrived w/in week, will be installed next week.
Jan 2010 85700 mi	They replaced the radio two days ago - comped me a loaner and gave me a new radio.
Dec 2011 115000 mi US $1000	battery needed replacement

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2011 - Jan 2014
May 2011 45000 mi US $160	Engine intake hose had a huge hole/crack - part was replaced

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2013 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013 86000 mi US $700	oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2011 - Aug 2012
Mar 2011 52000 mi US $80	Thermostat stuck open, replaced thermostat

BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Oct 2007 - Aug 2009
Dec 2008 42000 mi	Worn control arm bushings.
Aug 2009 45000 mi US $75	Repaired a faulty level sensor discovered in a pre-purchase inspection.

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2007 - Aug 2012
Jun 2012 63000 mi	Replace front lower control arm bushings. Serpentine belt pulley bearings failing. Chewed up serpentine belt.

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Sep 2011 - Dec 2014
Nov 2011 81000 mi US $400	Replaced windshield washer pump. Control arm bushings
Aug 2013 112700 mi US $500	rotors and brakes replaced. Also a guibo.
Dec 2014 130000 mi US $943	Blower Motor replacement

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States May 2008 - Jan 2011
Dec 2008 37000 mi	Headlight taking on water at carwash.
Aug 2009 43000 mi US $2800	Clutch, flywheel replaced. Front reinforcement plate replaced

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BMW 3-Series in Great Britain Feb 2013 - Jun 2022
Feb 2014 51000 mi £110	Replaced worn out battery Checked bushes for wear
Sep 2015 57000 mi £225	Starter motor failure. Known issue with Denso units. Replaced with Bosch unit
Dec 2017 58000 mi	Factory recall to replace Driverks airbag. Part of a global recall.
May 2018 59000 mi £200	DSC pressure monitoring valve #2 went intermittent causing warning lights. Replaced and brake system bled.
Jun 2018 61329 mi £2077	Manual gearbox rebuilt after technical issue with selector pin. Full overhaul, new bearings, synchro cones and full wear check. New clutch parts fitted. Transmission replaced and now better than new.
Sep 2021 68000 mi £250	Second DSC pressure sensor failed and required replacement.
May 2022 71000 mi £490	Bottom arm bushes replaced both sides due to age related wear.

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017 138000 mi US $750	Starter failed

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BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Feb 2012 - Apr 2017
Aug 2012 73800 mi US $25	Diagnosed problem with car not starting or not able to select a gear if start possible, or jumping out of gear during driving. Pulled codes, indicated low hydraulic pressure. Reservoir was full, no leaks indicated. Suspect relay - changed.
Oct 2012 79700 mi US $150	Throttle Position Sensor became erratic. Threw lots of codes. Car went into 'Limp' mode several times. Had to pull over stop and re-start engine. Replaced sensor.
Apr 2013 86000 mi US $300	Had roaring noise making left hand turns at highway speed. Shop diagnosed right front wheel bearing failing. Replaced.
Aug 2016 165000 mi US $30	A/C recharge
Jan 2017 165000 mi US $575	Replaced compressor.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2014 - Nov 2018
May 2015 91000 mi US $2000	Slight shuddering in 1st. Replaced clutch and fw. Also took care of a very tiny coolant leak. Replaced hose.
Jan 2018 111000 mi US $2000	Starter replaced Read differential was making grinding noises during slow sharp turns. Fluid replaced. All OK immediately.

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 47000 mi	A problem with the softtop in the convertible.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017 81000 mi US $1700	new radiator, water pump, expansion tank, hoses, vanos lines.
Mar 2018 86000 mi US $625	Oil level sensor replaced

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BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2012
Jul 2011 71000 mi US $50	Windshield washer fluid pump replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Victoria, Australia May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 26040 mi A $1000	Engine mounts replaced (collapsed) Suspension bushings replaced

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Dec 2010 - Mar 2015
Jun 2014 84000 mi US $300	Could not turn steering column. shocks needed replacing

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2018
Jul 2013 65000 mi US $500	ABS/Traction control light on YELLOW - BRAKE lite on YELLOW also. Could not turn DSC on or off using switch. Replaced fluid sensor - glad it was not the computer board.

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 78000 mi US $30	Broken sunroof

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2016
Jul 2016 215000 mi US $2400	Both catalytic converters clogged

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014 79360 mi	Steering pump leaked and replaced. Very slight knock on steering wheel can be felt when idle before replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jan 2011 - Apr 2011
Feb 2011 88000 mi US $1000	Previously took to Dealer for oil change. Belts were bad so decided to change water pump as well. Dealer did not replace thermostat. Thermostat failed 1 week after. This repair was to replace thermostat CV joint boot needed replacing, and boot on rack and pinion. Independent shop changed whole axle for half of what the dealer charged me to replace just the rubber boot.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007 45000 mi	Service light came on. Was told it was caused by a loose gas cap.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Oct 2009 55000 mi US $1100	control arm bushing power steering hoses and pump were replaced. Radiator hose, radiator belt and radiator fan were replaced due to some noise and leaks in radiator hose.
Dec 2009 58000 mi US $1200	steering pump fail, power steering hose has leaks. This suck because my 1997 honda accord has about 200k miles and doesn't has any of these problem.

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Nov 2010 - Nov 2011

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2011 - Mar 2018
Jun 2011 83700 mi C $3500	Starter motor failed and had to be replaced. Repairs were done by a Chrysler dealership - not our normal service shop Air Conditioning condenser leaking - replacement parts and refrigerant required to fix it Fuel pump
Sep 2011 89900 mi C $168	Brake calliper replaced on right front
Oct 2012 101760 mi C $334	Replacement of idler arm & belt
Mar 2013 108500 mi C $10	Power steering pump failed - replaced for third time - under warranty
Jun 2013 108500 mi C $1300	seized caliper on one brake was causing problem Oil seal had to be replaced to repair oil leak
May 2014 124000 mi C $300	Replace front shocks
May 2015 133300 mi C $140	Replace gear shift vinyl cover and cracked mount
Mar 2016 139500 mi C $125	Windshield washer fluid leaking
Dec 2017 147560 mi C $600	Rod was loose and dangerous - failure could cause wheels to move independently if left

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Oct 2014 - Sep 2017
Feb 2015 92000 mi US $1223	Replaced valve cover and gasket for oil leak Car was slipping in first gear for the first min in the morning. Trans fluid and filter were changed

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States May 2015 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 81000 mi US $800	replaced both rear springs - broken off near bottom and resting directly on supports

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States May 2008 - Jan 2010
Dec 2008 65000 mi	Replaced alternator pulley and the belt tensioner.
Mar 2009 68000 mi US $100	Replaced center console hazard/lock button.
May 2009 73000 mi	Replaced valve cover seal. Replaced front CV joint boots and axles.
Oct 2009 80000 mi	Checking in. Passenger side rear view mirror needs repair because it doesn't automatically adjust for curb view. There's also a weird squeal in the HVAC system.
Jan 2010 84000 mi	Check engine light came on and indicated a thermostat problem. Need to have car examined by dealer.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Aug 2006 - Dec 2014
Jul 2006 20460 mi	Replacement of keys, defective.
Aug 2006 21080 mi	Rear linkage clunking noise. Improperly lubed joints. Warranty.
Feb 2007 26660 mi C $150	Install Homelink control in upper roof console
Apr 2007 28520 mi C $400	Replace front rotors and brake pads. Replace exhaust downpipe (defective - warranty) Replace battery (defective - warranty)
May 2007 29140 mi	Realign skid plate - vibrating against exhaust parts. Rear linkage clunking - lubed joints
Sep 2007 31620 mi	Replace defective front resonator (exhaust). Warranty repair.
Oct 2007 32240 mi	Replaced rear sway bar and linkage. Under warranty.
Nov 2007 32860 mi	Exhaust system expanding and vibrating agains heat shield. Repositioned. Warranty repair.
Mar 2008 35340 mi	Repair broken console lid. under Warranty.
Apr 2008 35960 mi C $250	Repair front control arm. 4 wheel aligment done on car.
Nov 2008 41540 mi C $520	Chrome trim arround windows needs to be replaced due to pitting and discolouration. Parts on back order. Chrome trim around windows replaced due to pitting and discolouration. Chrome trim arround windows needs to be replaced due to pitting and discolouration. Parts on back order.
Feb 2009 44640 mi C $500	Failed thermostat. Known BMW design flaw for this part(fails after 4-5 years due to moisture intrusion). Failed thermostat. Known BMW design flaw for this part(fails after 4-5 years due to moisture intrusion).
Mar 2009 44640 mi C $250	Reinstallation of rear mudflaps. The originals from the factory were not mounted properly. Reinstallation of rear mudflaps. The originals from the factory were not mounted properly.
Jun 2009 50840 mi C $300	Replacement of rear taillight assembly and bulbs. Replacement of rear taillight assembly and bulbs.
Sep 2009 54560 mi C $520	Front brakes pads and rotors replaced
Jan 2010 58280 mi C $2400	Replaced front CV boots, cracked. Cleaned and repacked inner and outer CV joints/bearings. Also performed 96km 'Service II' (belts, plugs, fluids, etc) Replaced front CV boots, cracked. Cleaned and repacked inner and outer CV joints/bearings.rnrnAlso performed 96km 'Service II' (belts, plugs, fluids, etc)
Aug 2012 85440 mi C $76	Replaced lower control arm bushings on both front wheels. Turned out to be parts set up for track, sent in error. Ordered correct parts.
Nov 2012 87820 mi C $230	Replaced worn out front lower control arm bushings, both sides of car, this time with the correct OEM parts.
Feb 2013 89580 mi C $60	Leaking gasket. Replaced valve cover gasket and valve cover bolt washers.
Mar 2013 89900 mi C $190	Replaced valve cover gasket, replaced oil housing gasket, replaced vanos oil return line, replaced tensioner pulley and idler pulley, replaced accessory belt and AC belt. Parts cost only - work performed by owner. caliper sticking, removed both front calipers, refurbised calipers, replaced front pads and rotors.
Jul 2013 91140 mi	Real axel seals weeping fluid. Replaced rear axel seals on the differential. Replaced differential fluid and plugs.
Aug 2013 91540 mi C $430	Radiator coolant expansion tank failed. Replaced coolant expansion tank, replaced coolant.
Feb 2014 94440 mi C $224	Replaced car battery.
Mar 2014 94240 mi C $650	lower control arm ball joint failure, drivers side. Replaced both front control arms and ball joints.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2012 - May 2017
Dec 2012 73000 mi US $85	Thermostat was stuck open; engine would not come up to full temperature.
Jun 2013 78000 mi US $140	AC was low on pressure. Shop recharged.
Oct 2013 80700 mi US $53	Window regulator on right rear passenger door died. Replaced with new unit. Oil leak from valve cover gasket.
Aug 2014 89100 mi US $700	Leaking coolant reservoir. Replaced radiator, water pump, hoses, coolant tank as recommended at 90k miles. Clunking at low speeds and wandering on the highway. Replaced front control arms, FCA bushings, and sway bar endlinks as recommended at this mileage.
Jun 2015 96000 mi US $800	Car overheating; shop determined low AC charge was responsible. Repair fixed non-functioning AC but did not solve overheating issue. Fixed A/C Overheating while stopped in traffic. Shop determined that auxiliary cooling fan had failed. Replaced fan, but did not resolve issue.
Jul 2015 96200 mi	Overheating caused by bad temp switch. Replaced switch.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2018
Sep 2008 46000 mi	DSC/TCS/ABS activates when not necessary.
Nov 2008 47000 mi	The ABS operating when not necessary - was resolved by replacing the tires, which were worn (it seems the BMW DSC/TCS/ABS system is picky, as the shop foreman had had the same problem with his E39).
Dec 2012 87000 mi US $210	Valve cover gasket replaced
Jun 2014 101000 mi US $260	Misfire no. 5 cylinder. Replaced coil and plug.
Jan 2015 105200 mi US $700	Oil leak - oil pan gasket replaced
Jun 2015 106000 mi US $1050	Oil leak - replace valve cover and gasket Oil leak - reseat oil filter holder
Jul 2017 114000 mi US $35	A/C weak, topped up refrigerant
May 2018 117000 mi US $300	Replace sticky thermostat

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2015
Jul 2010 64000 mi US $50	rough idle w/ AC on; cleaned MAF, disassembled intake and cleaned dirty/stuck idle control valve, DISA valve and throttle body, checked for vacuum leaks and cracked hoses - found none; rough idle has not returned.
Nov 2010 64000 mi US $60	Airbag light (SRS) came on, error code indicated driver's wheel airbag fault, mechanic cleared error and SRS light has not returned - likely spurious sensor electrical fault
Apr 2011 66200 mi US $130	Airbag (SRS) light came on again after being cleared twice before - fault code indicated drivers steering wheel firing Stage 1 fault; replaced steering wheel switch module (slip ring) and switch module to steering wheel airbag wiring harness.
Jun 2011 67000 mi US $70	Drivers side front window regulator broke - repaired by installing new window regulator.
Apr 2015 90200 mi US $95	replaced faulty oil level sensor replaced worn front control arm bushings

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2007 - Sep 2011
Sep 2007 29140 mi	The starter was failing. It was replaced. I had to make 2 trips b/c they did not fix the problem in the 1st trip. Second trip to have starter repaired after first trip failed.
May 2009 55180 mi C $168	Rear Left indicator/brake light stopped working. The ground connection was burned out. Had to change the connectors & wire a new ground. Known Problem from BMW.
Aug 2009 58900 mi C $500	Engine Light was on for 2974; Oxygen sensor.
Feb 2010 66960 mi C $250	Service Light ON.
Dec 2010 80600 mi C $450	Left front window motor/regulator replaced.
Sep 2011 94860 mi C $600	DISA Valve was broken. They had to install a new DISA valve.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Feb 2014 - Oct 2015
Sep 2014 105000 mi US $800	Oil filter housing gasket failure Both passenger side window regulators failed within days of each other. These units are chronic problem areas in the e46 3-series BMW. Leaking Schrader valve on A/C system. Dye injected in system and system recharged. Leak was slight. Replacement parts ordered and will be replaced at next visit.
Jan 2015 108300 mi US $100	Rebuilt / overhauled the DISA unit located in the m54b30 engine intake plenum using a kit sold by German Auto Solutions (GAS). The DISA is a common failure item on BMW's I-6 engines in the e39 and e46 chassis.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015 105000 mi US $1300	Thermostat and water pump were replaced Alternator died and needed to be replaced. Sway bar links needed to be replaced.
Sep 2017 127000 mi US $3000	Rear passenger side wheel bearing replaced A/C was leaking from one or maybe both of the service ports. Parts replaced and recharge performed, also dye injected into system to check for future leaks. Lots of cooling components were leaking or about to fail. Replaced a bunch of components. Leak coming from power steering hose. Hose, clamp, and gasket replaced. Rear sway bar end links were completely broken, shop removed what was left of the endlinks and just removed the sway bar completely until I get suspension parts. Was notified that rear shocks totally blown as well as both rear springs both broken (apparently this is a common issue). No repair done yet, ordered parts online and will replace as DIY.
Nov 2017 128000 mi US $850	Replaced rear shocks, springs, and all associated hardware (shock mounts, bolts, reinforcement plates, bump stops, etc...)
Jun 2018 133000 mi US $2250	A/C Evaporator had to be replaced, entire dashboard had to be disassembled for replacement. Additional electrical problem persists, need to replace instrument cluster.

BMW 3-Series in Iowa, United States May 2011 - Jun 2018
Dec 2011 98000 mi US $120	1 leaky fuel injector caused poor starting. Replaced and all is well.
Mar 2013 107000 mi US $15	Replaced oil filter housing gasket due to small oil leak.
Nov 2015 131000 mi US $110	Intake cam position sensor went bad. Replaced to resolve SRC codes.
Jan 2017 126200 mi US $30	Code P0302 with engine stumble. Replaced ignition coil on cylinder 2 with cheap one from Advanced Auto. New coil fixed the problem
Jun 2018 149000 mi US $75	Final Stage Resistor/Switch failed. HVAC fan would not come on. Replaced resistor and everything back to normal.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States - Jan 2011
Jan 2011 62500 mi US $54	Window regulator replaced. Rear driver's side door.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Sep 2015 - Jul 2016
Jan 2016 US $150	Oil filter housing was leaking due to degraded seal. Windshield washer pump leaking

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2016
Apr 2015 90000 mi US $55	Replaced worn front control arm bushings (FCAB).

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2018 - Jun 2018
May 2018 156000 mi US $400	The brake pressure sensor had failed, resulting in the ABS and DSC systems being turned off. The sensor was replaced but the new sensor was also faulty.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2018
Sep 2010 100000 mi	Sub-frame welds were failing on early issue 3 series (2001-2002). TSB was sent out for all e46 style BMWs. Mine was evaluated and given clean bill of health.
Dec 2013 129000 mi US $1000	New shocks, struts, sprongs and both front and rear control arm bushings.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2012 - Jul 2022
Aug 2012 96200 mi US $200	Water pump gasket leaking. Replaced water pump
Jan 2016 US $700	radiator leaking. replaced radiator, water pump, and hoses.
May 2016 135000 mi US $1200	Control arm bushing replacement and shock/strut replacement

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2014 - Apr 2017
Jun 2015 95000 mi US $100	Tail light warning light illuminated on dash though all lights fully operational. Wiring inspected, plugs/sockets cleaned, no new parts. Repair initially successful but problem recurred within a couple weeks.
Sep 2015 96000 mi US $700	Front passenger window regulator replaced Moonroof sunshade off tracks
Mar 2017 102000 mi US $600	Oil filter housing leak - replaced gasket. Vanos supply hose leak - replaced hose. Cleaned connections at right tail light to fix false warning light.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 77000 mi US $160	Control arm bushings worn, replaced.
Jul 2008 77000 mi	Car would not start, fuel pump replaced. Work took place in July 2008.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2010 - Oct 2013
Apr 2011 70260 mi C $300	Check engine light illuminated, car would not idle and ran roughly. Dealer diagnosed lean lean mixture due to cracked intake boot. Replaced part.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2011 - Jun 2012
Apr 2012 105800 mi US $599	replace water pump & coolant hose flush coolant system
Jun 2012 110000 mi US $773	replace AC compressor (OEM replacement purchased separately online), dryer, alt belt tensioner pulley

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BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States May 2010 - Sep 2013
Sep 2011 102000 mi US $4200	Passenger airbag warning illuminated. Required replacement of airbag sensor in passenger seat. Oil leak noticed from spotting on driveway. Valve cover gasket leaking and replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Oct 2011 - Dec 2013
Nov 2011 88000 mi US $100	Replaced oil filter housing gasket (leaking). Also did an oil change. Replaced power steering reservoir (dirty filter) and clamps (leaking).
Dec 2011 89000 mi US $900	Replaced struts, shocks and springs. Shocks and struts were completely shot.
Jan 2012 89500 mi US $225	Replaced rear light wiring harness.
Apr 2012 92700 mi US $200	Swaybar links and tierods. Alignment from local shop.
Jul 2012 96500 mi US $150	Front wheel bearings were worn and needed to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2018
Apr 2012 102700 mi US $2100	front control arm bushings worn was told oil filter gasket was in need of replacement car overheated on highway, coolant reservoir cracked and upper radiator hose blew
Sep 2017 170000 mi US $1100	Fuel sensors Radiator and hoses replaced
Apr 2018 174000 mi US $400	Overflow reservoir bracket and o rings at transmission cooling line were leaking. Replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2013 - Sep 2014
Oct 2013 120500 mi US $750	Oil filter housing gasket Anti roll bar end links torn
Mar 2014 126000 mi US $90	Water heater valve stuck open

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2014
Dec 2013 139000 mi US $65	Valve cover gasket leaking Replaced A/C belt and mechanical tensioner
Jun 2014 140000 mi	A/C blower had intermittent squeak on low settings.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 61000 mi US $200	Vacuum tube came loose @ manifold.

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BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2018
Nov 2010 79000 mi US $2	Driver's sun visor bracket. Bracket became loose over time and visor would unclip when rotating up and down.
Feb 2011 84400 mi US $40	Driver's side tail light bulb carrier. Corroded and melted ground wire contact.
Sep 2011 101000 mi US $200	driver's side and passenger's side window regulators are beginning to fail.
Oct 2011 101000 mi US $115	Auto-dimming rear view mirror repaired by independent party. Mirror lost auto-dimming function and fluid leaked completely out of the mirror. Auto-dimming rear view mirror repaired by independent party. Mirror lost auto-dimming function and fluid leaked completely out of the mirror.
Dec 2011 107000 mi	Battery needed to be replaced.
Feb 2012 112000 mi US $90	Replaced alternator/water pump tensioner and idler pulleys. Pulleys were squeaking at idle.
Aug 2012 125700 mi US $20	Hood switch sensor faulty. Alarm would go off thinking the hood had been opened.
Apr 2013 133200 mi US $600	Original shocks and struts were worn out. Replaced with OEM parts. Replacement cost includes all new hardware associated with install - bolts, nuts, washers, etc.
Jul 2013 139000 mi US $200	Replaced "shark fin" rubber antenna gasket on roof. Was cracking and deteriorated. Replaced leaky valve cover gasket. Strong odor of burnt oil when stopped at a light. Replaced aging CCV (Crank Case Ventilation / PCV) system. Replaced leaking oil filter housing gasket.
Feb 2014 146400 mi US $50	Replaced leaking VANOS oil line
Jun 2014 150000 mi US $30	Headlight lens was faded and hazed due to age. Sanded and polished lens to restore clarity.
Sep 2014 153000 mi US $75	Replaced thermostat due to failed electrical heating element. Replaced thermostat due to failed electrical heating element.
Jan 2015 147500 mi US $300	Replaced low beam xenon headlight bowls. The reflective coating on the original plastic bowls were faded, burnt and cracked. This is a known issue on E46 models with ZKW xenon HID headlights.
Feb 2015 158400 mi US $75	OEM Wahler thermostat developed a slow coolant leak where the electrical connector enters the thermostat body.
May 2015 161700 mi US $50	Front driver's turn signal corner light failed. Replaced with new turn signal assembly, including new bulb and bulb socket.
Sep 2015 166000 mi US $40	Replaced driver's side hood grille.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 71000 mi US $880	Replaced idler pulleys that mechanic noted were squeaking.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Jun 2017 - Nov 2020
Jun 2017 114000 mi US $1200	Leaking oil pan
Jul 2017 115000 mi US $1200	Heavy steering. Steering rack replaced
Mar 2018 120000 mi US $900	Water pump

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Mar 2017 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017 138000 mi US $15	Windshield washer pump
May 2018 145000 mi US $85	Both rear coil springs - replaced with new Bilstein

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Sep 2009 - Sep 2011
Apr 2010 98000 mi US $100	Thumping noise occurring while turning at speeds of 25mph or greater. As time progressed the thumping occurred at slower speeds with minimal need for steering wheel movement to bring on the thumping. Front axles worn...required replacement.
Jun 2010 100000 mi US $100	Washer fluid pump malfunction (leak) Covered under extended warranty
Jun 2011 118000 mi US $100	Valve cover gasket replacement as I was losing small amount of oil over engine block. Tipped-off by burnt smell post-driving.

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jul 2014 - Nov 2018
Mar 2015 187000 mi US $150	Replaced coil packs (connected to spark plugs) and pre-cat oxygen sensors.

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BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Apr 2013 - Sep 2015
Jun 2013 57000 mi US $230	Performance. Air filter replaced.
Dec 2013 61000 mi US $350	New thermostat. Car was not heating. Thermostat fixed the problem.
Jul 2015 68200 mi US $2100	Valve cover, brakes and major tune up

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2016 - Sep 2016
Jun 2016 68820 mi C $1600	Leaking power steering rack. Replaced. Ball joints worn. Whole assembly replaced on both sides.

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BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2015
Feb 2012 72000 mi US $800	Replaced front & rear glass. Rear defrost partially dead. Windshield pitted from highway driving plus cracked. Replaced headlight lenses due to pitting. valve cover leak, replaced gasket second time, out of warranty
Jun 2012 74000 mi US $977	replace valve cover plus oil & filters change and replace power steering hose
Jun 2013 87000 mi US $500	replace fuel pump cam sensor code
Sep 2013 88000 mi	Sub woofer amplifier failed, emitting a loud noise. unplugged it, waiting for replacement part to arrive.
Mar 2014 94000 mi US $2000	transmission leak
Jun 2014 97000 mi US $2000	repaired CV boots, replaced thermostat, replaced nav screen, reprogrammed computer
Jan 2015 102200 mi US $3000	oil pan leak, thermostat, coolant tank, power steering hose, intake hose.

BMW 3-Series in Louisiana, United States Feb 2010 - Oct 2011
Apr 2010 95000 mi	A/C evaporator core developed leak
Aug 2010 102600 mi US $100	Rattling at idle from valve in muffler/tailpipe Steering wheel/chassis vibration under acceleration; attempted to resolve with wheel balance but not resolved.
Nov 2010 107000 mi US $1600	Steering wheel/chassis vibration under acceleration increasingly severe; first att. fix replaced engine mounts, failed to fix; successfully fixed with replacement of front axle half-shafts.
Mar 2011 114000 mi US $350	One side of HID headlamps would not illuminate; problem was failed ballast/xenon control unit on that side. Replaced with OEM part.
Oct 2011 125000 mi	Service engine soon light illuminated on a cold morning, but no driveability symptoms. Check of code revealed too lean condition. Reset code/light and did not reappear in >500 miles of driving.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2018
Feb 2017 141000 mi US $200	Rough idle due to a leak in the vacuum system. It turned out to be a leaky MAF upper boot and a broken vacuum line from VANO to the CCV unit. Need a smoke machine to find the leak.
Jul 2017 146000 mi US $30	Coolant leaks. Replaced upper radiator hose.
Nov 2017 150000 mi	Secondary Air pump to valve hose replaced
Jan 2018 152000 mi US $50	Window regulator
Jun 2018 158000 mi US $200	Replaced water pump tension pulley and A/C pump tension pulley.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Apr 2012 - Nov 2020
Jun 2012 66000 mi US $1100	4 wheel drive front axles worn, one boot was cracked and leaking
Nov 2014 70000 mi US $10	burning oil, quart every few thousand miles
Mar 2015 76000 mi US $300	spark plugs replaced rear drivers side shock broke after pothole. the shock itself sheared clean through, so no other damage.
Apr 2016 100000 mi	Rear tail light connector burned out - replaced under recall

BMW 3-Series in Manitoba, Canada Sep 2008 - Mar 2012
Mar 2010 18600 mi C $1300	Control system for driver's side headlamp needed to be replaced
Jul 2011 26140 mi C $600	Replaced camshaft.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jan 2007 20000 mi	The amp went out. This is the second time they've replaced the amp.
May 2007 22000 mi	The SES light came on, it ended up being the engine thermometer that went out. Result was a coolant change and a replacement of the part. While there, the car went in for a voluntary oil service which was not covered under maintanence.
Nov 2007 28000 mi	Transmssion delay from reverse to drive when cold started...reflashed with new software like last time...hopefully will work this time, also complimentary oil service.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Nov 2010 - Mar 2018
Apr 2011 90000 mi US $1900	replace all front suspension components,and full alignment.
Jul 2013 135000 mi US $600	new springs,shocks and struts plus alignment. price didnt include parts as i had planned on doing it myself. i had read that the rear springs were prone to breaking on the 330xi and one was broken.
Mar 2014 150000 mi US $230	fuel pump stopped working, replace pump & fuel filter
Jan 2016 101200 mi US $900	Repaired and repainted 6 small areas where rust bubbles had developed. he was able to get to solid metal and prime with an epoxy primer and then repaint.rnI am quite dissapointed in it rusting in just 10 years of use.
May 2016 188700 mi US $1000	replace front axles, engine mounts and transfer case bushing
Dec 2017 211000 mi US $570	replace leaking radiator
Jan 2018 212000 mi US $450	alternator failed/ then starter then alternator again starter Newly installed alternator failed. I wasn't their fault but as a Bosch dealer they have a warrantee program that covers the shops cost and we paid nothing.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2018
Sep 2011 104000 mi US $1200	Broken rear springs, both sides, rear shocks both sides
Jan 2012 166700 mi US $675	Front lower control arms, ball joints and bushings. Sway rod ends.
Mar 2016 179000 mi US $1956	Differential failed
Nov 2016 189000 mi US $150	rusted and corroded rear brake lines
Oct 2017 201000 mi US $390	CCV components replaced due to excessive oil consumption Final Stage resistor replaced

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 87000 mi	The rear view mirror's tint was coming off, and needed to be replaced. The front bushings would need to be replaced at some point (they made rattles when you hit bumps in the road).

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Dec 2005 - Nov 2007
Oct 2005 10592 mi	Ignition Coils Replaced Warranty/Recall Annual Oil Service
Dec 2006 24120 mi	Self-Dimming Rear-View mirror replaced

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BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Apr 2011 - May 2015
Jun 2011 88000 mi	First issue was an oil leak. Required two trips to fix. Air conditioning repaired. Suspect they simply added R-134 to get it going. Out again, regular more skilled mechanic cannot find leak.
Sep 2011 90000 mi US $400	Leaking coolant. Replaced thermostat and o-ring on temp sensor. Replaced power steering hose.
Jun 2012 99000 mi US $86	Replaced purge control valve after car repeatedly threw codes.
Dec 2013 115000 mi US $500	Fuel pump died.
Oct 2014 122500 mi US $1385	Intake Manifold Adjuster and associated hoses replaced. Oil separator and attaching parts replaced. Also discovered failing water pump which was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2010 - Jul 2017
Jul 2014 159300 mi US $8600	Fuel Pump Repair (requires replacement of entire fuel tank on M56 ULEV model $7100 parts $1500 labor
Apr 2016 183500 mi US $37	Coolant Temperature Sending unit leak
Jul 2017 208000 mi US $132	Airbag Fault light on, (Airbag Ignition Circuit Driver Stage 1). Required replacement of Slip Ring Assembly.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2009 - Dec 2012
Jun 2009 30380 mi	Broken rear spring.
Aug 2010 47120 mi C $50	driver's door exterior window trim

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2007 - Feb 2014
May 2007 49000 mi	CD Player not working, radio/cd console replaced
Apr 2009 93000 mi US $80	CD player replaced in one hour
Jul 2009 102000 mi US $2500	Left window regulator replaced Radiator coolant level sensor replaced
Oct 2009 109000 mi US $415	Remote Door Unlock by key memory inoperative. Door lock cylinder on driver side damaged at same time on 9/25; unable to unlock vehicle. Car towed to BMW of Riverside 0n 9/27. Work order authorized and part ordered 9/28. Repair completed 10/01.
Apr 2010 122000 mi US $1900	Repair of three unreliable window regulators. Front passenger, left and right rear windows.
Nov 2012 148300 mi US $647	Diagnosis of Check Engine Light. MAF sensor replaced. CE Light and trouble codes cleared.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2011 - Aug 2015
Oct 2011 65000 mi US $1000	Valve cover gasket repair Front control arm bushing repairs
Jan 2012 65200 mi	Tail light defect repair
Jan 2015 69000 mi	Cracked intake boots Cracked/chipped windshield cowl Pulleys were making terrible squealing noise, bearings were shot Spark plugs worn out

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Jul 2012 - Jan 2013
Oct 2012 119000 mi US $500	Check engine light on, engine starts fine but with a little hesitation.
Jan 2013 124000 mi US $3400	Changed A/C Evaporator, fan and belts with tensioners. Labor is billed at a flat 11hrs. @$110 (on average). Wished I could have done it myself!:-(

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2013
May 2007 54975 mi	Wheel Speed Sensor replaced
Apr 2009 85000 mi US $54	Bulb Carrier (part)
May 2010 103000 mi US $226	Replace Air Pump Valve Right Headlamp Assembly - bought online and installed myself
Jul 2011 120074 mi US $618	Replace Expansion Tank, Thermostat Assembly, Coolant
Sep 2011 122382 mi US $110	Replace Crank Case Hose (Valve > Dipstick)
Mar 2012 127641 mi US $573	Purchased 3 Ox Sensors online - paid shop to install 2 of them that were hard to access and beyond my skill level. I installed the other one.
Jan 2013 139362 mi US $1205	Oil-leak Gasket and Washer replacements, hoses, belts; oil change.
Feb 2013 139362 mi US $195	Replaced oil filter housing gasket.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Nov 2009 - Sep 2010
Dec 2009 75000 mi US $167	vacuum leak cracked upper air intake elbow.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 82000 mi	Control arm bushing.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2011 - Sep 2011
Apr 2011 218000 mi US $1640	Check engine light was for Cracked Intake Hoses & Leak Detection Pump. Power Steering Exchange. Replace oil filter housing. Did Oil Filter change. Replaced Rear window Regulator.
May 2011 218000 mi US $3300	transmission indicator came on. transmission was slipping and went to default mode. Had to tow to shop. Shop determined that transmission had to be replaced. Replaced with a warrantied used transmission.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2008 - Oct 2017
Mar 2010 95000 mi US $80	Thermostat was stuck open. Replaced it.
Sep 2011 106000 mi US $110	Wheel bearing started to make some noise.
Aug 2013 118000 mi US $500	Evap pump.
Sep 2013 119000 mi US $1200	Fuel tank leak a couple weeks later. Sealed stainless steel had crack and leaked. Had to replace entire tank & enclosed fuel pump
Feb 2015 127000 mi US $150	Replace three window regulators. Two rears with broken cable guide wheels, passenger front with cable broken.
Dec 2015 133000 mi US $40	RF window regulator replaced.
Feb 2016 133900 mi US $72	Fuel Evap diagnostic module set check engine light. No drivability issue. Replaced DM-TL.
May 2017 144000 mi US $60	Replaced coolant level sensor. Replace cloudy headlight covers.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2009 - Sep 2012
May 2010 57520 mi C $100	Replaced front stabilizer links. Warranty paid $139 of $239 total.
Jan 2011 62620 mi C $600	Replaced both front lower control arms and left tie rod Covered under 3rd party warranty (EasyCare) We paid $100 deductible on control arms - would have been $1200 Paid $362 parts & labor for left tie rod
Feb 2012 69520 mi	Burnt smell from under hood. Can't tell if it's burnt oil/fluid or electrical. Has gone away for now but was never fixed. Happed only during cold weather so far.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Sep 2012 - May 2022
Nov 2012 73200 mi US $190	Upper belt tensioner making noise - bearing going out. Both tensioners replaced as well as serpentine belt.
Jun 2013 81000 mi US $150	Coolant expansion tank cracked and oil cooler thermostat broke during replacement. Both were replaced as well as a coolant system flush and refill.
Aug 2013 82000 mi US $22	Camshaft Position Sensor error message - intermittent failure. Found a close-out deal (regularly $120 for BMW part) and installed in 20 minutes.
Dec 2013 87000 mi	1) Coolant leak - Haven't yet identified the exact location, but looks like at the connection at the top of the radiator. 2) Oil leak - Looks like a leak at one of the sensors at the front near the coolant thermostat housing.
Feb 2014 87000 mi US $274	Valve cover gasket leak. Oil Filter Housing gasket replacement.
Feb 2015 98000 mi US $60	Check engine light came on. Determined a problem with cylinder 4. Replaced coil pack on #4 and all spark plugs.
Jun 2015 100000 mi US $235	AC stopped blowing cold air. Attempted to add myself, but couldn't get good reading on gauge and didn't fix the problem. Shop evacuated, recharged and added dye. So far, it is still blowing cold air.
Aug 2015 101000 mi	Car began running rough and occasionally would blow a cloud of white smoke from the exhaust indicating the Crank Case Vent valve was getting clogged. It got progressively worse and the Check Engine light came on. Replaced CCV and hoses. $220. Small coolant leak for quite awhile near radiator/hoses/expansion tank. Replaced radiator, expansion tank & auto trans thermostat, upper & lower hose, thermostat & housing, water pump and fan clutch. $480. Identified freon leak at both high and lower pressure valves. Leak if very slow, so will replace valves in the fall after freon leaks down and AC not needed as much.
Sep 2015 102000 mi US $60	Driver's window regulator failed. Ordered part and replaced it.
Oct 2015 102200 mi	The window failed again after 3-4 weeks and was stuck down. I suspect the new Cardone regulator's plastic cable "coupler" failed. A known point of failure and in my opinion a poor design. Redo...
Nov 2015 102600 mi US $80	The Cardone window regulator did fail, although it was in the cable take-up mechanism. I ordered a replacement from RockAuto.com, who will reimburse me when the other is returned. The new one is different and seems to be working fine.
Jun 2016 107000 mi US $75	Driver's side window regulator failure. Vendor agreed to send a different replacement brand after two Cardone regulators failed.
Apr 2017 123000 mi US $30	Known leaks in A/C recharge valves, although very slow. Requires typically one recharge per season.
May 2017 123000 mi US $125	Trying to find slow AC leak. Recharged and added dye.
Aug 2017 128000 mi	Driver's-side window regulator failed (AGAIN). I'm losing track of how many I've had to replace. It hasn't been replaced yet, but will be in the next couple of months.
Mar 2018 135000 mi US $595	The valve cover gasket began leaking (again). The same shop repaired it less than 50K miles ago. The oil had damaged the lower radiator hose, so it was also replaced. The driver's window regulator also went out (AGAIN), so they replaced it with a genuine BMW part. I can only hope it lasts. Car died and couldn't be started. Towed to shop and was told there was no fuel pressure. The fuel pump was replaced.
Oct 2021 141000 mi US $150	Coolant leak - replaced expansion tank
Apr 2022 159000 mi US $250	Yet another expansion tank. It cracked (again) and the usual place and started leaking.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2018 - Jan 2021
Nov 2018 109740 mi C $706	Brake pads worn Vanos tubes replaced

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2015 - Dec 2016
Apr 2015 167000 mi US $350	Window regulators - replaced rear passenger side for second time in 12 months. replaced driver door regulator, replaced passenger door regulator
Jul 2015 167000 mi US $500	Rear passenger door trim fell apart after door was closed somewhat forcefully - not slammed, just harder than necessary. Door interior trim, locking mechanism, and window regulator detached. Nothing worked on door. Exterior trim on passenger door coming loose
Oct 2015 167000 mi US $200	Coolant reservoir cracked and failed. Thermostat failed. Replaced both.
Mar 2016 167000 mi US $3700	Blower motor failed. Replaced blower motor, etc.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2012 - Sep 2017
Nov 2012 65984 mi C $265	oil filter housing gasket,2 ccv hoses,valve cover gasket.
Apr 2014 84700 mi C $500	Fuel pump
Nov 2014 92380 mi C $300	Full CCV replacement.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2014 - Aug 2015
Mar 2015 117000 mi US $1200	Passenger-side front window regulator again!

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2013 - Sep 2018
May 2013 91080 mi	Coolant Leak

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BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Jul 2011 - Oct 2014
Sep 2011 150000 mi US $780	Fuel pump failed while on a road trip. No dealer in vicinity so repair was done by independent shop.
Oct 2012 171800 mi US $300	Lazy thermostat causing engine to run cold in cold weather. Replaced thermostat. Replaced leaking valve gaskets.

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Aug 2011 - Dec 2011
Oct 2011 151300 mi US $1900	Leaking oil as indicated by oil gauge light coming on (no obvious evidence like oil in driveway.) Was diagnosed as an Oil Pan leak. Dealer replaced but it did not fix the problem as light came back on 4 weeks later. Replaced right front axle as boot had been torn for a while
Dec 2011 153000 mi	Sold car with oil loss problem not fixed.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2007 - Jan 2012
Apr 2008 62000 mi US $560	Control Arm Bushings Worn. Maintenance indicator 700 miles short of service interval. Oil change and 60K to be completed when indicator comes on.
Jun 2009 80000 mi	Hissing noise when A/C running. Seals replaced and system recharged.
Jan 2012 124000 mi	Slow AC leak, heater fan squeal.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2014 - Jul 2016
Aug 2014 102700 mi US $1000	Oil leak
Dec 2014 106000 mi US $700	Replace brake rotors pads and one caliper from malfunction.
Oct 2015 115200 mi US $200	Exhaust pipe crack
Nov 2015 115900 mi US $500	Replaced faulty front caliper, and pads/rotors on front

BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Oct 2012 - Aug 2015
Nov 2012 68635 mi C $975	Rear pads, discs,sensor,calipers, spins, sliders. Rear coil springs
Jan 2013 69233 mi C $299	Check coolant loss Pressure test cooling system Repl expansion tank hose
May 2013 69233 mi C $300	Evac and fill system, check for leaks, put A/C stop,leak and dye
May 2014 77005 mi C $1300	Repair A/C, water pump, coil springs,shocks, belt, stabilizer links, cabin filter,
Dec 2014 81220 mi C $701	A plastic cylinder cracked, leaking coolant. Both pieces had to be replaced.
May 2015 82320 mi	heavy white smoke coming out of the exhaustrnParts: crank vent valve kit, intake boots, valve cover gasket kit, intake manifold gasket kit, ignition coil
Aug 2015 84940 mi	trunk did not open with remote, 4 wires needed replacing. driver's side windshield wiper fluid pump failed

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Aug 2009 - Jan 2019
Apr 2011 56000 mi US $300	both rear springs were broke and replaced
Dec 2011 62000 mi US $120	bulb works intermittently. Update: Bulb for front headlight (daytime running light) not working it was a bulb retainer part causing the problem not the bulb. I haven't been able to fix it.
Oct 2012 72200 mi US $100	front control arm bushing tail lights, faulty ground, BMW should recall the cars for this
Dec 2012 73000 mi US $800	one inner and 2 outer tie rods 2 Stabilizer links front outer cv boots
Jul 2013 78500 mi US $400	vanos variable valve system. Replaced the valve cover gasket and spark plugs also.
Dec 2013 83000 mi US $125	caliper sticking, new caliper installed
Feb 2014 84000 mi US $400	lights, and all electrical power drained while driving until it stalled out. Waited an hour and was able to drive to be serviced. Alternator replaced. Lucky I had just installed a battery a month ago.
Oct 2014 90300 mi US $60	Caliper on passenger side. (Driver side stuck last yr.)
Mar 2015 93000 mi US $200	coolant recovery tank and tranmission sensor
Oct 2015 98000 mi	new control arms and stabilizers last ones only lasted 2 yrs.
Dec 2015 98000 mi	window regulator high beam light not working , wire was loose and corroded.
Apr 2017 106000 mi US $165	water pump , second time power steering pump filter and housing.
Nov 2018 120000 mi US $75	gasket to oil filter mount

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2016 - Mar 2016
Mar 2016 122000 mi US $350	Was trying to open rear left window and was hearing a cracking noise. Motor was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jun 2019 - Sep 2019
Sep 2019 173000 mi US $5000	Blown Head gasket

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Nov 2008 - Dec 2013
Feb 2009 42780 mi C $1300	Oil leak from power steering pump.
Jun 2011 53940 mi C $5	Tail light assembly ground wire too weak. Wire burnt out at the connector to the harness
Jun 2013 68200 mi C $300	AC was not cooling. They said it needed recharge

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2014
Sep 2007 23000 mi	Steering wheel radio controls not working.
Oct 2007 24000 mi	Repairs completed
Apr 2009 38000 mi US $350	SEL code called out bad thermostat sensor. Had thermostat, housing and sensor replaced.
Aug 2010 43000 mi US $1000	Rear springs cracked.
Oct 2011 50300 mi US $1135	Front CV axle boots failed
Apr 2012 53200 mi US $800	Lower control arm bushings
Apr 2013 57300 mi US $1200	Replaced leaking valve cover gasket. Replaced right front sway bar link. Replaced transfer case support mount

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Mar 2015 182000 mi US $1200	Broken Axel. Replaced both front axels

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BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2005 - Mar 2010
Jan 2005 13232 mi	ignition coil failed.
Sep 2005 23465 mi	cup holder, front loose.
Oct 2006 38548 mi	Front window regulator replaced. Rear pads and rotors replaced.
Sep 2008 63167 mi US $172	Replaced rear shock mounts. Worn ones were making "thunking' sound from rear when going over bumps. Covered under BMW CPO program. I paid $50, BMW/dealer paid rest. Changed oil and oil filter. Replaced rear shock mounts.
Nov 2008 67000 mi US $55	"Service engine soon" light came on. Problem was engine oil separator. Replaced part and accompanying tubes and hoses. Problem may result due to moisture freezing in the part causing failure. Thermostat failed in the open position. Engine coolant temperature wasn't getting up to normal level. Dealer replaced thermostat with new one, drained old coolant,and added new coolant.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Apr 2022 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022 206000 mi US $300	Replace driveshaft center bearing, rebuild driveshaft U-joints. Replace (weld in) rusted exhaust flange

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Apr 2008 - Dec 2016
May 2008 32000 mi	Left exterior mirror would not return to memory position Squeal when started- belt and tensioner replaced.
Mar 2015 77000 mi US $60	HID Igniter
Dec 2015 84000 mi US $82	HID ballast Battery replaced. 13 years old OEM.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jun 2017 - Dec 2017
Aug 2017 94000 mi US $350	Guibo replace
Nov 2017 99000 mi US $300	vanos oil reservoir replaced

BMW 3-Series in Bahrain Sep 2012 - Jun 2013
Feb 2013 103580 mi $800	Radiator hoses leakage and engine oil leakage I also changed my brakes front and rear

BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Sep 2007 - May 2015
Oct 2007 22610 mi C $53	Faulty oil level sensor, Faulty steering angle sensor causing DSC and ABS lights to come on. Squeeling from engine compartment on cold start-rpelaced two tensioners and alternator belt.
May 2008 28381 mi	Replaced leaking rear left shock, Replaced discolored driver side mirror.
Jul 2008 31057 mi C $182	Air bag sensor on. positive battery terminal sensor resistance tto high. Cleaned terminals
Mar 2009 38486 mi C $1120	Air bag light on again. Replaced sensor(cable assy.) at battery terminal. Squeel when engine cold again. Replaced bothe belts, tensioner, and water pump. Also discovered coolanbt expansion tank leaking-replaced. Rusted heat shield rattli
Jun 2009 41373 mi C $56	Noise from front suspension. Replaced stabilizer pins?
Jun 2010 54375 mi C $180	No cold air from AC. Initially dealer said prssure was fine. but still no cold. Dealer topped up and OK.
May 2011 62994 mi C $995	Blown right front shock (bad roads?). Replaced both front shocks.
Jul 2012 74280 mi C $150	Thermostat stuck open. Replaced thermostat
Sep 2012 76880 mi C $150	Replaced driver door lock actuator
Mar 2013 79360 mi C $125	Replaced leaking valve cover gasket
Jul 2013 82240 mi C $350	Reprogrammed ECU to correct stuttering at 2500-3000 RPM
May 2014 89280 mi C $900	Leaking selector shaft seal. Leaking OFHG. Sway bar bushings, CABs
Jun 2014 89900 mi C $600	Battery not charging. Alternator failed.
Feb 2015 94940 mi C $500	No windshield defrost
Apr 2015 96720 mi C $800	Replaced muffler and one tire

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BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2017 - Oct 2020
Feb 2018 251000 mi US $40	Front camshaft potion Sensor

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2013 - Mar 2015
Oct 2014 130000 mi US $80	The window would not go back up. The window regulator had to be changed

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States May 2011 - Mar 2015
Jun 2011 92000 mi	New brakes and rotors and CV joints. All taken care of where purchased at no cost to me.
Sep 2014 140000 mi US $500	Axle, ball joint, control arm

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jan 2010 - Oct 2010
Feb 2010 103000 mi US $5	alternator noisy, bad bearings, purchased rebuilt on-line, replaced myself Repaired faulty ground wires on both taillights, common problem for e46 series BMW, parts cost $4.85 online vs reports of dealers charging over $300, repair took about 45 min.

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BMW 3-Series in Korea, South Jul 2014 - Oct 2014
Aug 2014 122960 mi	AC compressor

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BMW 3-Series in France Mar 2012 - Aug 2013
Jan 2013	Replace steering rack

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BMW 3-Series in Victoria, Australia Feb 2014 - Apr 2016
Apr 2014 59200 mi A $55	check engine light, only reset it, seems to have fixed the problem

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BMW 3-Series in Hawaii, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2018
Apr 2010 31000 mi US $35	O-ring went back around temperature sensor, replaced sensor.
Sep 2016 58000 mi US $479	Service port leak Clutch pedal bushing
Apr 2017 61000 mi US $500	Rear trailing arm bushings (RTAB) were shot. Replaced with new and limiters.
Oct 2017 63000 mi US $500	Worn diff cover bushing. Required cover replacement. OEM bushings not available separately.
Nov 2017 63400 mi US $450	Clockspring. Did not correct non-functioning cruise and radio controls at steering wheel.
Jun 2018 65000 mi US $25	apparent slow leak. evacuated, recharged.

BMW 3-Series in Idaho, United States Mar 2009 - Jan 2013
May 2009 14000 mi US $100	Sagging door seals due to defective adhesive. BMW has issued a service bulletin about this Electrochromatic (auto dimming) rear view mirror failed. This has been a common problem with the M3. I sent defective mirror to maker and they replaced it with OEM mirror for $100 with shipping.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2011 79000 mi US $550	The alternator stopped re-charging the battery, replaced it.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jun 2007 - Dec 2015
Jan 2007 26000 mi US $400	Front control arm bushing needed replacement.
Jan 2012 65000 mi US $600	I track this car so you might consider this a consumable but it happens often. Front Control Arm and Rear Trailing Arm bushings needed replacement.
Mar 2015 79000 mi US $400	The sensor developed a slow oil leak. Drove it for almost two years before getting it repaired.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Apr 2016 - Sep 2017
May 2017 115000 mi US $1000	Serpentine belt replaced due to wear Replace SMG O ring which was causing a leak of the fluid Sun roof shade came off its track. Rear hatch exterior open switch was failing and was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2018
Sep 2015 96000 mi US $900	Leaking coolant. Replaced lower radiator hose and outlet coolant temp sensor. Engine oil leaking from oil pressure release valve under exhaust manifold on the engine block. Replaced constant pressure valve.
Jul 2016 100300 mi US $1100	Auto-dimming rear view mirror was leaking. Had it replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Nov 2011 91000 mi US $900	Front control arm bushing failed and ball joints had play so entire l & r control arms replaced.
Oct 2013 105300 mi US $1600	Clutch progressively would not disengage. Initially replaced hydraulics myself with no improvement. Shop found lining separated from disk and replaced disk, pressure plate, & throw-out bearing.
Jan 2015 109000 mi US $150	Oil leak due to Constant Pressure Valve o'ring. Replaced valve and o'ring and leak is fixed.
Jun 2015 121000 mi US $50	Replaced lower steering shaft coupler to eliminate excessive play in steering.
Nov 2015 123900 mi US $375	Idler bearing failed. Replaced both tensioners and idler as well as the both drive belts.
Feb 2016 125900 mi US $20	Stuck bypass valve causing drivability issues. Also replaced fuel cap. Valve cleaned for now - will replace if repeats. (Wasn't sure it was the problem but it was).
May 2016 127100 mi US $115	Previous drivablility problem returned. Replaced purge valve with new OEM part (previously had only cleaned it). Throttle position sensor failed causing ECL light and limp mode. Shutdown/restart and occurred again. Read codes, replaced part, OK since.
Jun 2017 135000 mi US $200	Driveshaft center support bearing failed and was replaced. Also replaced worn guibo. Also replaced muffler supports.
Jan 2018 142000 mi US $180	Ignition coil failed. Replaced all coils since appeared to be original.
Apr 2018 144300 mi US $485	Center support bearing failed again and was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Aug 2015 - Mar 2018
Apr 2017 108000 mi US $1100	Replaced power steering pump, reservoir, and all hoses. Had a minor leak in a hose and metal pieces in power steering fluid reservoir, so replaced entire power steering system.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Apr 2012 - Jul 2015
Apr 2012 50000 mi US $230	RTABs were replaced.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2016 - Aug 2016
Aug 2016 187240 mi C $65	Interior vent fan stopped working when final stage resistor failed. Final stage resistor replaced with a used replacement

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2010 - Oct 2021
Nov 2011 73000 mi US $30	Relay for driver's window died. Relay replaced.
Jan 2012 85600 mi US $60	Clunk through steering wheel on braking. Diagnosed as excessively worn rear lower control arm bushing on passenger side. Ordered online and replaced.
Feb 2012 78000 mi US $300	AC blowing hot. Added dye to AC system. Diagnosed as AC Evap coil leak. Purchased new part online. Replaced and recharged system.
Jun 2012 86000 mi US $400	Water pump impeller failed. Replaced water pump. Replaced thermostat housing seals. Replaced water pump gasket.
Sep 2012 86000 mi US $65	CEL came on during morning drive into work. Engine was difficult to keep revs in low RPM range. Pulled engine codes. Codes specified misfire in cyl 3. Replaced coil for cyl 3. Test drove car, checked codes.
Apr 2014 104000 mi US $800	Rear Main Seal leaking. Remove and replace.
Aug 2015 125000 mi US $1400	Rear differential leaking from all seals. Complete refurbishment from dealer.
Feb 2020 138 mi US $1500	Replace VANOS timing gear. Known issue with failure.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2012 - May 2012
May 2012 90000 mi US $250	Door actuator crapped out and needed to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
May 2016 33720 mi C $220	Fuel pump

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Dec 2006 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018 63240 mi	Replacement of various hoses and seals. Replace pads and rotors.

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BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Aug 2015 - May 2018
Feb 2017 89000 mi US $4	Noise from rear end. Changed rear differential oil, which appears to have alleviated the issue.
Oct 2017 92000 mi US $40	hydraulic pump for SMG transmission failed, car wouldn't shift to start (must be in neutral). problem turned out to be an electrical relay and a blown fuse.
Nov 2017 93000 mi US $480	f&^%ing clip holding a valve cover arm not touched by me during the preceding maintenance randomly came off inside the valve cover and circulated around the cams like a fork in a blender that's turned on, necessitating a g*d&^n tow and big repair bill. so mad. car universe unhappy with me for some reason.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2011 - Jan 2013
Jan 2012 50700 mi US $150	Fixed a broken tab on the moonroof slider
Apr 2012 49000 mi US $250	Replaced the high pressure power steering hose.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2011 - Apr 2023
Oct 2012 192800 mi US $1600	Waterpump failing- replaced pump and thermostat Check engine light- diagnosed as failing fuel pump. Replaced fuel pump & filter.
Jan 2014 201700 mi US $300	Oil leaks- tighten bolt, replace crush washer, replace crankcase ventilation valve
Jul 2014 230200 mi US $125	Clutch slave cylinder failed, replaced with new clutch, flex disk, motor & transmission mounts, rear main engine seal, SMG reservoir hose. Rear subframe mount points cracked, required welding and reinforcement. All rubber parts in rear suspension, diff mounts & shocks also replaced as maintenance items. Replaced cooling fan clutch
Nov 2015 260000 mi US $3500	Oil pump chain tensioner bad, rod bearings replaced (bad), VANOS rebuild (noisy) and new cam bolts
Mar 2016 263000 mi US $300	Pre-cat oxygen sensor failure bank 2- replaced both.
May 2016 267000 mi US $260	Front brakes worn, right front caliper sticking. Replaced rotors/pads, cleaned caliper.
Sep 2016 276000 mi US $800	Variable Valve timing (VANOS) electrical problem- replaced solenoid unit
Mar 2017 287000 mi US $550	3 ignition coils failed- replaced all 6
Dec 2017 305000 mi US $250	Alternator became intermittent, replaced with rebuilt unit
Jan 2018 306000 mi US $50	MAF sensor failed, replaced with new one
Mar 2018 312000 mi US $750	Single fuel injector became intermittent. Replaced all 6 due to age.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jun 2012 - Oct 2014
Jul 2012 128000 mi US $70	Replaced driver's side headlight bulb
Oct 2012 135000 mi US $60	Throttle Position Sensor replaced. Took less than a minute to replace.
Feb 2013 138000 mi US $42	Bad coil #6
Mar 2014 155000 mi US $140	Idler pulley broke and left me stranded. I replaced both belts and thermostat while I was at it.
Jun 2014 159000 mi US $70	Throttle Position Sensor
Sep 2014 164000 mi US $420	High pressure power steering hose failure. $230 OE replacement + fluid.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jul 2012 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 99000 mi US $1645	rear control arm bushings were worn. 4 hours shop labor, only $60 for the part at dealer. Nobody but the dealer would have found this. New rear tires wore out in 5,000 miles. Car handles like new now.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2012
Sep 2011 81000 mi US $2000	Front right wheel hub assembly replaced. Fuel sender unit replaced. Oil service.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2012 - Jun 2022
Aug 2013 64000 mi US $70	Salmon relay went out. SMG kept shifting into neutral. Finally drove it to shop and part was replaced.
Oct 2014 76300 mi US $140	Interior auto-dimming rear view mirror developed bubble inside it. Sent in to radar-mirror.com for repair.
Jan 2015 78300 mi US $3200	SMG issue. Heard grinding sounds on downshifts, car felt like it was slipping and unable to catch 1st gear, car would overheat in traffic and shift into neutral. SMG pump replaced.
May 2015 80000 mi US $280	Noticed an oil leak. Constant Pressure Valve (aka Oil Relief Valve) needed to be replaced.
Mar 2017 90000 mi US $400	Valve cover gasket, fan belt
Jun 2017 90000 mi	Water pump
Mar 2022 112000 mi US $468	Intermittent power draw from transistor

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Aug 2012 - Dec 2015
Apr 2015 74300 mi US $30	check engine light pointing to coolant problem. filled with coolant and will wait to see if it's a thermostat or water pump issue later.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2010 - Sep 2018
Mar 2018 90000 mi US $600	Ignition coil failure on one cylinder. Replaced all 6.
Aug 2018 92000 mi US $410	Cracked expansion tank

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States May 2011 - Jun 2018
Aug 2011 39800 mi US $1600	The Vanos on this S54 engine had broken hub tabs and the Vanos Solenoid went bad as well. At just 44,000 miles this is ridiculous. Weak design by BMW engineers.
Feb 2012 45000 mi US $1400	Issue with the Double VANOS. Bolts on the exhaust side came loose and the VANOS pistons seized. Has to replace the entire VANOS unit costing $1400 dollars at Dr. Vanos in Austin, TX.
Jul 2013 46200 mi US $400	Needed a new tensioner pulley and belts as the A/C was acting weird.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2016 - Jul 2021
Oct 2016 151000 mi US $500	Replace left rear wheel bearing to eliminate rumbling noise.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2007 - Jan 2011
May 2008 44000 mi	Received letter from BMWNA stating Telematics Control Unit (TCU) was possibly faulty. Took to dealer to check function. Also had oil change service performed (under free maintenance). Piece of rubber trim (window seal ?) from driver's side door fell off

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017 106000 mi US $600	Replaced leaking oil filter housing gasket
May 2018 110000 mi US $800	Fuel pump died, leaving the car unable to start.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jun 2008 - Aug 2015
Jul 2008 54000 mi	Hesitation at 2700 rpm. completely gone after software update.
Sep 2009 60000 mi US $200	Front lower control arm bushings failed and replaced.
Oct 2010 66300 mi US $10	Broken bracket for volume control inside radio. Owner repair.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2013 - Dec 2016
Jun 2013 78000 mi US $40	Replaced secondary rubber air intake hose due to crack and not able to pass CA smog.
Oct 2015 87000 mi US $150	Replaced passenger door lock actuator. Solved the inability to unlock passenger door via console button or remote key. Now another problem - inability to lock passenger door via console & remote key.
Dec 2016 88000 mi	Last reported that after replacing the passenger door lock actuator, I still could not lock/unlock via the console button (remote works though). Problem was left as was when I sold the car.

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BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2010 - Sep 2011
Oct 2010 65000 mi US $51	Check engine light came on. Scan said O2 sensor bank two sensor 1 was at fault also lean fuel. Turned out to be a hole in intake bellows throttle body to plastic coupling.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States May 2010 - Jun 2018
Jan 2013 56500 mi US $313	replaced leaking valve cover gasket
Feb 2014 50000 mi US $300	replaced oil filter housing gasket
Mar 2014 50000 mi	replaced thermostat and housing
Jul 2017 59000 mi US $700	Leaking water pump seal

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States - Sep 2006
Sep 2006 9000 mi	Door Lining needed replacement under warranty. Both driver and passenger required this replacement.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
Jun 2014 121000 mi US $300	Temperature sensor needed replacing.

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BMW 3-Series in North Dakota, United States Jan 2009 - Nov 2011
May 2009 38000 mi	idling problem – required re-programming of ECU, a known problem
Nov 2010 58900 mi US $100	The rear hat shelf was vibrating when driving over bumps or with subwoofer operation.
Nov 2011 73000 mi US $13	The ratchet closure for the fuel filler door failed. I purchased a new part for $13 from a dealer and installed it myself. Took less than 5 minutes.

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Jul 2014 - May 2016
Sep 2014 98000 mi US $735	main light burned out
Sep 2015 102000 mi US $1500	Control arms

BMW 3-Series in Great Britain Dec 2015 - Apr 2018
May 2016 153400 mi	Car had a metallic rattling noise from the trunk area which was getting worse. Ended up stripping the inside of the trunk and found the nut at the top of the suspension support loose. Tightened it up and the rattle is now gone.
Sep 2016 157000 mi £40	Car was pulling to one side when initially applying or releasing the brake, though slowed in a straight line once brakes fully applied. Replaced the front suspension wishbone bush on the passenger side
Oct 2016 158000 mi £200	Vacuum leak from the DISA valve O-ring. Engine management light came on and rough idling. Found by spraying carb cleaner on various parts of the intake. DISA valve also broken internally, so replaced with new part from BM dealer Loss of coolant and coolant level light came on. Losing coolant from the bottom of the expansion tank. Replaced expansion tank and upper and lower radiator hose. On closer inspection, appeared that expansion tank had broken apart inside
Nov 2016 158500 mi £100	Noticed that right rear of the car was lower than usual and other side. Replaced rear suspension coils, which are known to fail. No clear failure of spring, but new springs resolved the height difference
Feb 2017 160000 mi £130	Parking brake was slipping. Needed to replace the brake shoes and also the backing plate, which was worn and no longer holding the shoes properly. Note it's easier to cut off the old plates and weld on the new ones, rather than removing hub
Jul 2017 162000 mi	Airbag recall for both the front drivers and passenger airbags, as part of the wider Takata scandal. Performed by the BMW main dealer at no cost.
Sep 2017 164000 mi £80	Rear bush for the suspension wishbone was damaged. Car was starting to wander a bit on the motorway at higher speeds. Rear bushes were replaced and the problem is resolved - much more stable and better tracking on the motorway, and better feel through the steering. Rust bubbling through the paint on the bottom front edge of a rear wheel arch where a weld seam had split on the inside edge. Scraped off some of the lifting paint, Kurust to neutralise the rust, painted with metal primer and paint, and then protected with two coats of Waxoyl underbody seal.
Nov 2017 165000 mi £130	Rear brake lines were corroded, primarily in the bits inside the wheel arch. The garage was able to clean up and Waxoyl one pipe which wasn't too far gone, but the other needed replacing. The workshop manual recommends dropping the fuel tank, but they were able to route the new brake line without removing anything. I then had the brake fluid replaced at the same time, as it was almost due it anyway.
Jan 2018 165000 mi £282	Car wouldn't start. Tried to jump start, tried the second key and checked the fuses without any success. Replaced the battery, but didn't fix the problem. Found that car would run if I gave it a bump start (ie pushing it up to speed and then bringing the clutch up when the car was in gear). Therefore determined that it was most likely to be the start motor. Took it to the garage an they confirmed the diagnosis and replaced it with a new one (I think it was actually a refurbished one).
Mar 2018 167 mi £100	Rear shocks were found to be significantly degraded - offered no resistance or push back for much of the shocks travel. Replaced the shocks, and also found that the bump stocks had dry rotted and that a number of the washers were rusted and or damaged, so were replaced. Also replaced the shock mounts as a precaution, although the original ones appeared to be fine. Rear trailing arm bushes on rear suspension had been noted as being worn at previous MOT. Driver also noted some movement in the rear, particularly under hard cornering. Upon removal, old bushes were found to have the rubber intact and in okay condition, but the metal casing had corroded to powder. New bushes were installed using a special bushing tool specifically designed for the car.
Apr 2018 167000 mi £150	Car developed a significant exhaust leak. Turned out to be rusted out flanges between the downpipe and centre section, as the flanges are cast iron (the rest of the system is stainless steel), so are notorious for rusting through. Managed to find a specialist exhaust shop which was able to weld in new flanges, otherwise the only other option would have been a whole new exhaust system, which would have been £1,000+

BMW 3-Series in Maine, United States Jan 2009 - Dec 2013
Jun 2009 54000 mi US $145	Radio failed and caused multiple systems in the car to stop working (A/C, turn signals, sunroof)- after some troubleshooting, the radio was found to be the source of the problem.
Oct 2010 67000 mi US $270	Two problems, the radio buttons only allow one entry. CCV (oil separator) failed causing stuttering acceleration. Also found lower intake boot torn. Front control arm bushings wore out, replaced them with new ones.
Aug 2012 95300 mi US $125	Both front brake calipers were sticking which caused rotors to warp. Rebuilt calipers with new seals and had rotors turned.
Jul 2013 108000 mi US $2	Car misfired due to dirty air mass sensor. Removed and cleaned. Replaced. Ops check good.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Mar 2015 - Feb 2022
Apr 2016 152000 mi US $60	Fuel tank breather valve replace. Check engine code generated
Aug 2016 156000 mi US $100	Vibration when decelerating. Found bad center support bearing on drive shaft. Also broken bolt holding driveshaft together. Replaced a worn shifter bushing while it was apart. Car still shifted fine just sloppy.
May 2017 159000 mi US $400	Found plastic water pipe under the intake leaking. Removed intake and replaced, also replaced a few items as preventative measure; rubber hoses, vacuum lines, crankcase vent valve. Price is parts only. Work performed by me.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Nov 2007 - Dec 2011
Dec 2007 49000 mi	Service Engine soon light, diagnosed as faulty Mass Air Flow sensor. To be replaced when part comes in.
Jan 2008 50000 mi	Replaced Mass Air Flow sensor under original factory warranty.
Mar 2008 53000 mi	Engine misfire. Called dealer immediately and set up appt. Towed to dealer. Dealer could not replicate the problem. No charge.
Aug 2008 62000 mi US $50	Rear seat fold-down latch replaced. 60000 mile maintenance also done at this time. Also investigated issues with engine software, not resolved because of 5 day lead time to send ecm to BMW.
May 2009 78000 mi US $700	Replaced front control arms, control arm bushings, sway bar links, and tie rods.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2013 - Aug 2015
Mar 2013 103000 mi US $500	SRS Airbag control module failed. Had to have it replaced.
Aug 2015 124000 mi US $73	Radiator fluid leak. Transmission cooling hose became detached.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2007 - Aug 2010
Mar 2008 26000 mi	Had some "loose trim" replaced - front grille, trunk handle trim, and door seals.
Sep 2009 33000 mi US $125	Replaced rearview mirror, leaked auto-dimming material
Feb 2010 36000 mi US $300	Replace valve cover gaskets. Very minor.
Jun 2010 37000 mi US $75	Side mirror motors malfunctioning. Replaced drivers' side control unit (controls both sides).

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2016 - Jun 2022
Mar 2022 118176 mi US $600	Replaced DMTL pump, tank vent valve, exhaust cam sensor

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 43000 mi US $75	Oil burning smell from car, worse after longer trip. Found oil leaking from valve cover gasket onto exhaust system. Replaced valve cover gasket. Gasket is made of rubber and was hard and brittle at 43k miles! Engine has never been hot. Engine oil leak at oil filter housing base. Replaced o-ring type gasket to repair. O-ring was brittle and hard at 43k miles! Engine has never been overheated. Bearing noise from alternator area of engine. Replaced both idler pulleys in area for very rough inner bearings. Replaced with new pulleys but noise is still there. Will post when car is repaired. Engine service light on with code p2237. Engine has miss at highway speeds under load only. Runs fine at slower speeds and also when wide open. Trying to get appt at bmw dealer. Dealer not so much fun! Interior trim at sides of rear window material is coming loose. Headliner type material. Major labor cost to remove panels and replace material. Will post when repairs are done. 43k miles. No more Beamers for me!!

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States May 2007 - Jun 2011
Dec 2007 50000 mi	BMW logo on front of car was chipping and losing paint. Dealer said it happens all the time (all models). Dealer shipped a new one to the house (didnt have any in stock) so I could replace it. No charge.
Mar 2009 69000 mi	Dealer said front sway arm bushings were starting to detererat and recomended replacement. Cost was about $400. Decided not to do its at that time due to no noticable driving diffrence and scheduling conflicts.
Aug 2009 72000 mi US $300	Replaced Control Arm Bushings which had deterioated. Replaced lower left rear window trim peice as rubber gasket was cracking.
Dec 2009 74000 mi US $200	Valve Cover Gasket was leaking oil onto exhust headers causing burning oil smell. Valve Cover Gasket replaced. Additional maintenance performed included Vanos seals replacement, Serpentine and AC belts replaced.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2010 - Oct 2017
Nov 2012 99100 mi US $300	Thermostat was failing. Replaced
Oct 2015 127300 mi US $200	Fan/clutch was sounding bad so the service guy advised it be replaced.
May 2017 143000 mi US $2800	o2 sensor, both maf boots. front pads and rotors front end alignment and 2 new tires engine mounts.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2011
Mar 2011 84000 mi US $1000	Car would not start. I had the car towed to a BMW specialist independent facility where they replaced the starter and replaced the coolant system thermostat housing.

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BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jan 2011 - Jan 2015
Sep 2013 146000 mi	car wouldn't start - replaced battery

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BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2012 - Aug 2015
Oct 2013 177200 mi US $150	Pain in the butt it's hard to get to I would suggest taking it to a shop to do the starter
Dec 2013 178000 mi US $150	Fuel pump quit super easy install and inexpensive parts on pelican parts.com
Mar 2014 178000 mi US $250	I replace the lower control arms subframe bushings among other bushings
Mar 2015 180000 mi US $150	Fuel filter, lower intake boot and cabin filter

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2011 - May 2014
Mar 2013 77000 mi	Driver side turn light burned out. This is the first time a turn light has burned out so soon. The mechanic pulled the bulb out and put it back in and then the turn light was working again. Seems like the problem is corrosion.
Jun 2013 79000 mi US $1500	Brought my 325Ci into dealership for Inspection I. Mechanic found problem with hardy disc which had to be replaced.
Nov 2013 83400 mi US $1700	I had to replace the front and rear shock absorbers on my car. The damage was due to road construction by the city.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Sep 2014 - Feb 2016
Jan 2015 59000 mi US $60	Control arm bushings were causing a vibration through the steering wheel when braking from highway speeds.

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States May 2004 - Apr 2016
Sep 2004	Convertible top rattles. Window would not go up.
Feb 2005	Tire pressure monitor continually on. In addition, radio does not display all pixels.
Mar 2005	Convertible rattling. Radio does not display all pixels. Radio replaced
Apr 2005 US $85	Repair stone chip in windshield.
Mar 2006	Trunk stopers replaced
May 2006	Convertible top not working - top drive unit repaired and replaced Gas guage not reading - fuel level sensor replaced.
Oct 2006 45005 mi US $388	Right ront inner roof liner bracket adjusted.
May 2008 55974 mi US $1514	Rear bumper reattached. replace drive belts, alternator tensioner
May 2009 60981 mi US $417	New battery
Nov 2009 66030 mi US $3247	New clutch
Jul 2011 77200 mi US $550	Part of the rubber seal around the convertible top is loose. Told it would cost $1400 to repair. Decided to live with it.
Oct 2012 81000 mi US $825	Replaced BST cable
Nov 2012 81200 mi US $1398	Shift Handle Support Rod Snapped Loose Window Convertible Seal Detached Pinion seal leaking
Apr 2013 82000 mi US $277	Battery replace and check

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2012
Aug 2012 56900 mi US $600	Alternator died. Replaced with OEM part at non-dealer mechanic.

BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Jan 2009 - Dec 2010
Jul 2009 53000 mi US $500	New e-box fan. New bolt that attaches trunk to hinge. New glovebox latch. Tightened swaybar bolt.
Sep 2009 53000 mi US $275	Glove box is jammed; cannot open. Dealer replaced latch but problem still not fixed.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States May 2014 - Sep 2016
Sep 2016 82000 mi	Differential began to whine, over 80mph.

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2009 - May 2012
Mar 2010 40000 mi US $50	LCD gear display for SMG gear was missing number segments, unable to distinguish some gears - gauge cluster was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2011 53000 mi US $800	ball joint replacement (required new control arm), power steering leak,
Jun 2017 139000 mi US $3500	O2 Sensors failed, resulting in low power output ('limp mode' for engine). Replaced all O2 sensors. Also performed preventative maintence, replacing cooling system, water pump, and radiator.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2016 - Dec 2017
Dec 2017 120000 mi US $1100	Radiator replaced

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2010 - Jul 2022
Mar 2013 64000 mi US $25	Tear in a rubber intake hose. Replaced hose.
Dec 2013 74000 mi US $170	Replaced both front control arm bushings.
Jan 2014 100200 mi US $260	Replaced both front wheel bearings, dust caps & seals.
Oct 2015 94300 mi US $30	Oil filter house gasket leak.
Jan 2016 96300 mi US $225	Failure of 2 spark plug coil packs.
Jul 2016 99300 mi US $75	Replaced worn out front control arm bushings.
Dec 2016 105000 mi US $1200	Replaced worn out tie rods.
May 2017 114000 mi US $400	Replace leaking Schrader valves in air conditioning system. Recharge system.
Oct 2017 115000 mi US $3000	Replace both rear axles due to corrosion causing faults with traction control system.
Dec 2017 119000 mi US $400	Replaced front struts and top hats.
Apr 2018 120000 mi US $75	Replaced leaking valve cover gasket. Replaced torn intake pipe/boot.
Jun 2018 121000 mi US $200	Replace leaking power steering hoses.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jun 2012 - Nov 2014
Aug 2013 47100 mi US $600	Oil leak
Dec 2013 50000 mi US $1200	Oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2013 - Apr 2014
Apr 2014 129000 mi US $1075	New control arms needed (both).

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States May 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007 25000 mi	Inside rear view mirror no longer dimmed at night. Emergency flasher switch, and central locking switch failed.
Nov 2009 29000 mi US $950	Bad pressure switches in anti-lock brake system caused yellow brake warning lamp on instrument panel.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2009 - May 2009
Mar 2009 54000 mi US $250	Replaced valve cover gaskets.

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2007 - Dec 2011
Nov 2007 14000 mi	check gas cap light on. gas cap replaced.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jun 2008 - Nov 2010
Dec 2008 53000 mi US $50	Gasket on oil filter housing leaking.
Mar 2010 59000 mi US $102	Replacement of faulty DISA Valve also referred to as Adjuster unit, for the intake manifold. Fault occurred exactly one month after end of factory warranty. Dealer paid for part. I paid for labor

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2013
Jun 2012 76000 mi US $925	Fuel pump failure. Even though this is a very easy DIY to replace, the car is my daily driver, so I had it towed to a shop. They gouged me over $1000 to fix a $250 DIY job.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 71000 mi	Gasket valve cover replacement Thermostat replaced

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Jun 2017 - Jul 2018
Nov 2017 95000 mi US $375	Starter would engage, motor wouldn't start. Started replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2017
Jun 2009 41500 mi	window rattle fixed, adjusted window travel and tightened power window track/mechanism, covered under CPO warranty
Apr 2015 55300 mi US $100	Valve cover gasket had small oil leak, remived & replaced valve cover gasket
Aug 2015 57000 mi US $825	The plastic power steering pump pulley broke and shredded the serpentine belt, rendering the vehicle inoperable (no cooling, power steering, or electricity from the alternator with no serpentine belt), $100

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 119000 mi US $1900	Front stabilizer bar repleaced

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2016
Sep 2015 133000 mi US $450	Oil pressure light flickers at low rpm and hit engine.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2016 - Apr 2017
May 2016 152700 mi US $1000	AC COmpressor out right at the start of summer. Cost $1000 Expansion Tank crack - leaking fluid - cost $500.00. 2nd time in 4 years had to replace expansion tank lower radiator hose leaking fluid

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2017 - Jul 2018
Feb 2018 112000 mi US $30	Wiring insulation in headlight assembly had deteriorated causing a short. Lights failed to come on causing a dash panel caution light to illuminate
Mar 2018 112000 mi US $300	Door latch failed causing door open light to illuminate on dash. Resultant dome light flickering and inability to lock doors due to door open signal to control module
Jul 2018 112000 mi US $150	Airbag Recall

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2009 - Jul 2009
May 2009 28000 mi US $500	Automatic transmission needed to be reprogramed (per factory TSB) so that slippage would be eliminated when engine/transmisssion was cold.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2009 - Oct 2012
Dec 2010 124000 mi US $1400	Check engine light, rough running intermittent. First trip replaced valve cover gasket, outside air temp sensor, plugs, gaskets. Reset light. After initial repairs, light came on after 2 days. Catalytic converter was indicated, and was replaced. Repair successful.
Apr 2011 126000 mi	Catalytic converter died, resulting in check engine light. No pass smog check.

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BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States May 2008 - May 2012
Jan 2010 US $300	Replaced thermostat.
Dec 2010 62000 mi US $525	Oil level sensor went bad and was successfully replaced. Leaking valve cover gasket successfully replaced.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2022
Apr 2017 102000 mi US $170	Headlight washer nozzle leaking
Apr 2022 134000 mi US $100	replaced tie rod end

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2009 30000 mi US $525	Oil line failure, resulting in severe oil leak.

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2007 35000 mi	A ticking was occurring in the engine on hard accelerations - replaced mechanical belt tensioners with hydraulic tensioners. Replaced wood gear shift knob and wood trim on passenger door panel. All of this was covered under the warranty.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Aug 2009 83000 mi	Check engine light went on, problem was corrected just by resetting the light. No real problem with car.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2007 - Feb 2018
Mar 2007 31000 mi	hesitation on moderate throttle acceleration. check engine light triggered. bmw had sent out a bulletin earlier anticipating a related issue relating to the emissions system not reading o2 codes correctly. DME module software reprogrammed and problem reso
Apr 2007 32300 mi	Dealer found leak in low pressure hose in April and recharged system.
Jun 2007 38000 mi	Previous owner tampered with evaporator causing refrigerant leak. Dealer found leak in low pressure hose in April and recharged system. 2 months later AC not functioning because another leak in evaporator. Took 5 days total to find leak, get parts.
Jul 2007 39000 mi	Leaking evaporator caused refrigerant leak. Present from previous owner. Suspicion of tampering by previous owner or other mechanic.
Dec 2007 47000 mi US $40	Replaced leaking valve cover gasket.
Feb 2008 48000 mi US $70	Thermostat malfunction, sticking open and not allowing engine to come up to or stay at operating temperature.
Apr 2008 51000 mi US $15	Air intake tubing developed crack at elbow causing whistling sound under acceleration, decreased power at low-mid RPM.
Jul 2008 57000 mi US $150	Lower control arm bushing replacement and repair of deformed strut tower mount "mushroom" deformity. Lower control arm bushing wear resulted in steering instability, poor handling and tracking. Deformed strut tower mounts resulted in misalignment.
Aug 2008 58000 mi US $1	Window regulator malfunction. Repaired broken plastic clip by replacing with cable tie to reinforce clipped area.
Nov 2008 62000 mi US $800	Oil filter housing assembly was leaking oil. I initially attempted to repair problem by replacing mating gasket, but turns out entire assembly was warped and necessitated replacement. $350 component.
Dec 2008 64000 mi US $95	Previously "budget" window regulator fix on driver's side failed (zip tie fix trick). Replaced window regulator with new one.
May 2009 70000 mi US $105	Left fuel sender malfunction causing inaccurate fuel gauge readings.
Nov 2009 77000 mi US $50	Expansion tank leak causing coolant to leak.
Dec 2009 78000 mi US $170	Fuel gauge giving inaccurate erratic reading as a result of right fuel sender (integrated into fuel pump) faulty. Replaced fuel pump/sender.
Apr 2010 81500 mi US $25	Windshield washer fluid leak through pump motor gasket.
Jun 2010 84000 mi US $380	Starter motor failed
Nov 2011 96000 mi US $100	VANOS seals. Replaced worn out vanos piston ring seals with updated teflon made by Beisan systems. Changed valve cover gasket at same time.
Jul 2013 110300 mi US $10	Vacuum leak DISA valvle gasket seal as well as broken hose running from air intake to fuel filter.
Oct 2013 112300 mi US $10	Leaking windshield washer fluid grommet
Dec 2014 127000 mi US $450	Intermittent misfire. Changed all 4 oxygen sensors.
May 2015 133000 mi US $115	Window regulator.
Dec 2015 142000 mi US $30	Differential oil leak. Removed differential leaking gasket and revealed with RTV permatex gear oil gasket maker.
Jan 2016 129800 mi US $100	Broken window regulator caused malfunctioning window opening mechanism.
Jun 2017 153000 mi US $700	Radio button broke making it impossible to turn on it off the radio. Known common issue afflicting these vehicles where plastic mount for radio knob breaks necessitating radio removal, disassembly and replacement. Power steering pump broke. Replaced power steering pump, all 4 hoses, and reservoir.

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BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States May 2010 - Aug 2015
Apr 2010 97500 mi US $300	Master cylinder was replaced due to leak.
Jun 2010 102000 mi US $475	Oil filter housing gasket was leaking oil (slow leak). Found earlier during oil change but waited until now to have replaced to not waste oil. Oil was changed as part of repair. CCV (oil separator) was also replaced as preventive maint.
Jun 2012 128000 mi US $450	Car was having problems idling. Did not stall but was idling very rough. Suspected DISA valve and was correct. Car also tripped the SES light (error codes indicated all 4 O2 sensors). I ended up replacing DISA and 2 pre-cat O2 sensors.
Oct 2012 131300 mi US $400	Starter failed
Jul 2013 138200 mi US $350	Front suspension started clunking. Strut tower mounts failed prematurely after 50k miles. Swaybar was also noticed to be rusting around bushings and needs to be replaced.
Aug 2013 137000 mi US $300	Control arms failed and needed replacement. Control arms failed and needed replacement.
Jan 2014 134800 mi US $50	Rear strut mount failed (rubber tore). Was causing clunking and rubber was squeaking.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2015 - Mar 2018
Mar 2016 138000 mi US $800	Changed struts, bearings, bump stops, and end links
May 2016 139100 mi US $600	Shocks, sway bar bushings, control arm bushings, steering coupler, front brake pads. Some wear, but not to the level that most people would have replaced the parts.
Sep 2017 150879 mi US $455	Upper an d lower radiator hoses

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Aug 2013 - Apr 2019
Feb 2014 94000 mi US $300	Expansion Tank developed a hair-line crack.
Mar 2016 100000 mi US $300	DISA valve
Jul 2017 105000 mi US $600	CV Joints.
Nov 2017 107000 mi US $700	Water pump, pulley, belts
Mar 2018 108000 mi US $200	#5 Cylinder Coil
Jan 2019 110000 mi US $1100	Radiator replacement Brakes and Rotor replacement
Feb 2019 111500 mi US $450	Replace alternator

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BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Sep 2014 - Feb 2016
Oct 2014 86000 mi US $1500	Bad coil pack, replaced. Broken LCA, LCAs replaced, all rear bushings replaced, subframe reinforced, all rear ball joints replaced, parking brake cable replaced, all brake lines replaced with stainless steel.
Feb 2015 91000 mi US $300	Oil temp gauge was not functioning. Sensor was replaced.
Oct 2015 94200 mi US $300	Power Steering was going in and out with audible whine. Pump, reservoir, and fluid was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012 105000 mi	Replaced a o-ring on the constant pressure valve which leaks oil after some time.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2012 - Sep 2012
May 2012 76300 mi US $1500	Both starter and alternator were repaired. Pulleys and belt were replaced while they were in there.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2007 - Dec 2013
Dec 2010 19000 mi US $1000	Squeal on cold start up. Replaced tensioner pulley. Noise when raising passenger window. Replaced window regulator.
Nov 2011 20000 mi US $900	Replaced driver door actuator.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2014
Aug 2009 38400 mi US $80	EML+DSC+Brake light came on while driving on freeway, causing lowered RPM and power loss. Diagnosed via Peak reader to be throttle position sensor error. Swapped sensor with new one ordered online. Cost is parts only, doesn't include labor.
Aug 2010 45000 mi US $110	Yellow SMG light came on, Fault 056, shop suggested replacing SMG relay first. If problem persist, replace SMG Pressure Accumulator.
Jul 2011 50000 mi US $33	Factory Bremi ignition coil #5 failed, causing strong engine vibration and loss of power. Replaced with OEM Bosch unit and everything went back to normal.
Aug 2011 50500 mi US $200	Replaced TPS #1 again, cleared code, EML & limp mode mitigated for now.
Oct 2011 53000 mi US $90	Throttle position sensor #2 broken, car went into limp mode. Replaced sensor and now drives fine.
Oct 2012 60000 mi	replaced camshaft position sensor
Dec 2013 67000 mi US $500	Replaced aging catalytic converter (lack of efficiency) with 2nd hand OEM unit. Wheel bearing was making clicking noise when cornering, replaced both front wheel bearings.

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BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2009 53000 mi	Replaced entire sunroof mechanism under goodwill.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2007 - Dec 2012
Aug 2009 88000 mi US $900	Cam Position sensor

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2007 - Apr 2010
Jan 2010 86000 mi US $550	PCV valve replacement because the engine is consuming more oil than usual

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BMW 3-Series in Nova Scotia, Canada Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007 55800 mi C $80	emission control system sensor, over 1,000 to repair, doesnt affect the performance of the vehicle so i said dont fix, and after a day the light went off

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 79000 mi US $500	The front wheel bearing needed to be replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2012
Jan 2012 US $400	Battery gave out early, was replaced in February 2011. Car wouldn't start, needed to be jumpstarted, and took a day at the shop to repair.
Apr 2012 95000 mi US $700	Entire body of electronics, from clock to ECU, reset themselves whenever the car was turned off. DISA valve was ticking and needed replacement. Guibo joint was disintegrating and made car nearly undrivable.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Apr 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012	Undiagnosed vibration

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2012
Dec 2011 107000 mi US $200	false low oil sensor reading

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Nov 2007 - Aug 2012
Jun 2008 106000 mi US $70	front sway bar links
Sep 2008 115000 mi US $340	New rear springs.
Feb 2009 124000 mi US $250	Replace thermostat.
Jun 2009 128000 mi US $300	Replaced fuel pump and fuel filter
Aug 2009 132000 mi US $140	Install 2 pre-cat oxygen sensors.
Dec 2009 143000 mi US $20	Replaced final stage resistor for blower. Replaced secondary air relay.
Apr 2010 140500 mi US $160	New lower intake elbow. New rear shocks. New AT cooler pipes.
Dec 2010 155000 mi US $260	Replace DISA valve. Replace leaking valve cover gasket.
Jul 2011 163000 mi US $130	replace 2 after-cat O2 sensors replaced oil filter housing gasket

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2017
Dec 2011 125000 mi US $1200	Replace water pump, replace starter

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Jun 2014
Jul 2012 73260 mi C $32	Replaced the headlight washer pump.
Dec 2012 77500 mi C $100	Replaced the headlights washer spray nozzles.
May 2013 84900 mi C $150	Replaced valve cover gasket and VANOS pistons "O" rings.
Sep 2013 91140 mi C $50	Replaced rear right side wheel bearing.
Dec 2013 93000 mi C $250	Replaced front swaybar links. Changed radiator, expansion tank and transmission thermostat due to a leak.
Feb 2014 96100 mi C $400	Replaced starter.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Sep 2007 - Feb 2010
Nov 2007 60000 mi US $90	Window Requlator Front Driver Side
Feb 2009 84000 mi US $300	Intermittent sticking of Thermostat Fault recorded in DME. Secondary Air Pump Control Valve Sticking Open - Fault Recorded in DME.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2016
Feb 2011 112000 mi US $853	Starter motor replaced due to failure.
Nov 2013 161600 mi US $500	Thermostat housing was leaking and needed to be replaced.
Jun 2014 172000 mi US $450	Emissions system error from faulty sensors.
Sep 2015 192000 mi US $500	Ignition coils replaced

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2013
Jan 2010 62000 mi US $800	Did rear struts, leaking. Replaced front control arms and bushings. Right side.
Feb 2010 65000 mi US $400	Replaced front control arms and bushings. Right left side
Apr 2010 70000 mi US $300	Did the first of what will eventually be a total (so far) 5 window regulators in a 4 window car.
Jun 2010 60000 mi US $1100	Replaced a few items. Sensors, fan, hose and charged. Worked great since.
Aug 2012 115000 mi US $90	Alternator died on the way to a business meeting. Went to shop nearby for diagnosis, had my local tech do it for less. Rear sway bar end links and bushings. Seems like I have done suspension and bushing work 2x a year since I got it.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Sep 2006 - Feb 2015
Dec 2006 40000 mi	Stalling at cold start. Replaced airfilter
Apr 2007 45000 mi US $500	Rear brakes and rotors. Front sway bar link
Aug 2007 47000 mi US $700	SES light on. Codes indicated failed thermostat and O2 Sensor. Both replaced.
Aug 2008 58000 mi US $140	Broken clip in right inner CV Boot.
Sep 2008 58000 mi US $325	Valve cover gasket Leak..minor but was dripping on exhaust manifold causing odor in car.
Dec 2008 61000 mi US $552	Oil Separator was upgraded to cold weather version due to record breaking cold in Minnesota. I upgraded since I have a short commute, Oil Separators can freeze burst. Issue addressed in a BMW TSB. I am planning on asking BMW for reimbursement of repair.
Feb 2009 62000 mi US $600	Vanos Seal (Device that controls the Valve Timing) failed and turned on check engine light. Car also had misfire at idle. Vanos unit was rebuilt using new seals from Beisan Systems which are more durable than the OEM BMW seals.
Jul 2010 78000 mi US $76	Sunroof shade clip.
Oct 2010 81000 mi US $150	Swaybar endlinks were making noise. Replaced at selfservice repair shop.
Jan 2014 113000 mi US $600	outer ball joint, left lower control arm.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jan 2009 - Feb 2011
Mar 2009 46000 mi	Pullies, tensioner in accessory drive replaced in attempt to eliminate rattling noise. Some guy from BMW corp. looked at this and said it's normal for M54 engines.
Jan 2010 63900 mi US $500	Starter broke
Mar 2010 60000 mi US $230	Front suspension bushing (CAB) replaced due to uneven wear of the right tire.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2009 - Jul 2012
Mar 2009 85043 mi US $1010	replace power steering reservoir and reclamp lines replace wiper inserts, right front sway bar link, change gear oil in differential water pump, thermostat & housing (2 belts, antifreeze, fan clutch)
Dec 2010 110715 mi US $709	replace valve cover gasket (oil leak)
Feb 2011 115000 mi US $581	replaced failed fuel pump (failed in mid-drive, needed towing and car rental)
Apr 2011 118000 mi US $98	replace starter replace starter
Jun 2011 120000 mi US $180	Vibration while driving higher mph. Needed new tires to be remounted and balanced. Balancing solved half of the problem. Suggested to get control arm and joints checked out.
Oct 2011 122300 mi US $100	Error code that basically means any of these: air pollution control valve is faulty, vacuum leak or your motor is falling apart. Air pollution control valve was replaced so vacuum leak exists though the car runs great.
Dec 2011 129000 mi	Vacuum leak behind motor, close to pollution control pump
Jul 2012 137000 mi	The BMW had an oil consumption problem. It still drove fairly well, but with a little blue smoke out the tailpipe upon heavy acceleration and, recently, a CEL for Bank 1.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2015 - Oct 2017
Mar 2015 137000 mi US $400	Replaced worn shocks and broken springs.
Jul 2017 161000 mi US $400	Replaced front differential Replaced both front cv shafts

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States May 2016 - Sep 2020
Sep 2016 175000 mi US $500	hood latch stopped working
Jan 2018 181000 mi US $20	hose to secondary air pump failed
Mar 2018 181000 mi US $500	fuel pump

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BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2013
Apr 2010 77000 mi US $580	Starter replaced.
Sep 2011 96000 mi	Leaking valve cover gasket replaced. Plugs changed.
Aug 2012 110000 mi US $150	Replaced fuel pump in tank. DIY repair took less than 1 hour. It was weak for several weeks (power down). Then failed to start.
Nov 2012 113700 mi US $300	Replaced Disa valve in intake and all drive pullies due to squeaking.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Mar 2011 - Oct 2013
Aug 2011 86400 mi US $300	Oil level sensor failed for the 3rd time. Replaced.
Sep 2011 88000 mi	Misfire under light throttle, intermittant.
Apr 2012 93500 mi US $70	Overflow tank leaking, needed replacement.
May 2012 94100 mi US $40	Replaced relays on remote locking controller circuit board.
Jun 2012 96000 mi US $1	Repaired driver's window regulator.
Apr 2013 100200 mi US $1200	Stalling and failure to start. Four trips to dealer, he replaced crank position sensor, EWS, fuel pump, and fuel filter.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2008 - Dec 2015
Aug 2009 33480 mi C $1000	Front Control arm bushings needed work
Jul 2011 47120 mi C $500	Engine Valve gasket replaced, there was a slight oil leak developing. (also oil change performed)
Apr 2012 50840 mi C $140	Thermostat was stuck open, replaced part
May 2013 57040 mi C $200	Water Pump replacement
Nov 2013 59920 mi C $800	Front CV joints replaced Rear shock mounts repaired
Dec 2015 69440 mi C $1000	Coolant:thermostat

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BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Mar 2009 - Oct 2012
Nov 2010 95000 mi US $900	Front right CV boot/axle was cracked and replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2017 - Jul 2020
Mar 2017 187000 mi US $3300	Transmission died. Replaced transmission.
Mar 2018 189000 mi US $50	Power steering fluid leak

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
Dec 2014 136000 mi US $1700	Tie rods damaged from previous owner, Steering boots torn due to age. R&R brake rotors and pads for general maintenance, also replaced broken brake pad wear sensor.

BMW 3-Series in Delaware, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Aug 2006 42000 mi	Oxygen sensor replacement (check engine light), Seat belt TENS unit replacement (air bag light). All original warranty coverage.
Feb 2007 46000 mi	Seat Belt tensioner unit driver's side malfunctioned causing air bag light to illuminate.
Oct 2008 76000 mi US $350	Oil filter housing gasket. $290 labor, $10 gasket!

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2009 - Jan 2018
Apr 2009 76000 mi US $1235	Burning oil smell. Engine valve cover gasket was replaced. No more oil smell now.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States - Jan 2009
Jan 2009 75000 mi US $200	Replace rim: 2/2 crack, had chronic slow leak.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2014
Nov 2013 107400 mi US $200	Window motor failed.
Apr 2014 111300 mi US $680	Calipers and rotors Need to check blower. It stopped working.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Jul 2011 - Aug 2012
Aug 2011 91700 mi US $600	Emission Control

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 95000 mi US $250	Idler pulley replaced. Idler pulley replaced

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2015 - Jun 2015
Feb 2015 104160 mi	radiator was leaking coolant. replaced the expansion tank.
Apr 2015 105400 mi C $500	car went into "limp mode" -- transmission limited to 3rd gear. turns out it was an alternator issue and had to deal with dropping voltage.

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States May 2012 - Mar 2013
Jun 2012 127000 mi US $1700	radiator, pump, gasket changed, $1300 oil line, seal ring, filter housing gasket changed auxiliary belt replaced, left and right rear lower control arms bolts, bushings replaced
Oct 2012 134700 mi US $1100	1) rear brake pads, rotors, calipers replaced. 2) real differential axle seal replaced. 3) engine oil changed. 4) hazard light switch replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015 176000 mi US $240	2 of the 6 coils were bad, causing the engine to misfire

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
Aug 2012 104000 mi	Broken belt pre-tensioner bearing. Wire harness for left rear tail light melted, burned out. Found out there is a recall.

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BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2018
Jan 2008 42000 mi	Secondary air injection pump & valve replacement
Feb 2013 120700 mi US $650	Rear sub frame bushing change
Mar 2014 136000 mi US $450	Alternator replaced Oil leak from filter housing gasket Fuel pump.
Nov 2014 149700 mi US $243	Coolant reservoir leaking
Sep 2015 162000 mi	Ignition coil failure, replaced all coils
Mar 2016 174000 mi US $2200	Front differential shot
Dec 2016 182000 mi US $226	brake line corrosion

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Dec 2016 - Apr 2017
Apr 2017 131000 mi US $850	Replaced all cooling components. Water pump, expansion tank, fan clutch, both belts upper and lower hoses, radiator, thermostat and transmission thermostat. Clutch went out on fan and causes all components to fail one after the other. Would recommend doing all at once to avoid future problems.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Oct 2008 - Dec 2017
Nov 2008 37000 mi	The dynamic headlights were aiming too low at night.
Sep 2009 44000 mi US $50	Coolant sensor needed to be replaced.
Feb 2010 48000 mi US $600	Halogen lamp control unit(warranty) coolant hose, two engine belts
Dec 2011 61000 mi US $620	The CV boots were cracked on both front sides. Rear springs had cracks.
Jun 2013 75000 mi US $600	The alternator died a sudden death. Red battery light dashboard light came on, and the battery was the only source of electricity after that point. Just made it home.
Sep 2013 77000 mi US $640	Fan motor died, thermostat replaced. reservoir cracked, was replaced.
Jan 2014 84000 mi US $220	Battery died, not unexpected after 10 years of service...
Aug 2014 80700 mi US $65	Driver side headlight balast died. Dealer wanted 1400$ got a generic unit on ebay for $55
Jan 2015 79800 mi US $57	Driver side lock cylinder shaft broke.
Feb 2016 96400 mi US $4700	Air mass sensor and a variety of other ignition related items replaced as the car would not start/run anymore. starter failed over the course of 2 days
Mar 2017 109000 mi US $650	O2 sensors needed to be replaced. Fuel injector failing.
Sep 2017 115000 mi US $98	O2 sensor replacement

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Jan 2016 - Feb 2016
Feb 2016 120000 mi US $962	Replace the CV joint, U joint and boots on the front axle. In addition repair work was done on the the intake

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2011 - Aug 2016
May 2011 92000 mi US $600	Belts noisy. Tech replaced belts, checked tensioners (no problems), replaced water pump preventatively, replaced fan clutch because it was no longer working.
Jun 2011 92000 mi US $166	strong vibration at stop. Replaced plugs and wires; no change.
Nov 2012 106100 mi US $300	Replaced expansion tank and oil cooler valve.
Feb 2014 112000 mi US $200	Broken upper radiator hose neck. Upper radiator hose with integrated neck replaced
Nov 2014 117000 mi US $500	Leaking oil from valve cover gasket and oil filter housing.
Jan 2015 109800 mi US $360	Dash totally went out. After troubleshooting, replaced battery.
Jul 2015 122000 mi US $650	Rough idle and ses light was on. Replaced air intake valve and other intake plastic parts
Jun 2016 126000 mi US $320	replaced window regulator

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2014 - Jul 2018
Jan 2015 138700 mi	Window regulator was broken, performed the "zip tie fix" by removing regulator, applying zip-ties, and putting it back in. Works prefectly now.
Apr 2016 145000 mi US $400	Rear Emblem Sticker fell off; Engine protector and front/right fenders need replacing
Jul 2017 148000 mi US $1500	Completely repainted the outside of the car. The sun had destroyed the clear coat and the whole thing needed repainting.
Jul 2018 150000 mi US $500	ECU needed replacing.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Apr 2007 - Jun 2007
May 2007 44000 mi	Control arms replaced to eliminate some movement. Engine mounts and transmission mounts replaced due to vibration at idle.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Mar 2008 - Nov 2008
Jun 2008 46000 mi US $1000	Water pump failure.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2010 - Sep 2013
Mar 2011 106000 mi US $400	CD player continuously trying eject disc. Unit replaced.
Sep 2012 128000 mi	Fuel pump failed, pump and filter replaced Air pump replaced
Oct 2012 128200 mi US $680	No starter engagement, entire starter unit had to be replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States - Aug 2006
Aug 2006 36000 mi	Replaced steering wheel (peeling fabric)

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2018
Jan 2016 US $300	Cooling expansion tank failed and was leaking. Replaced all consumables.
Jan 2017 118000 mi US $10	Upper strut mounts making creaking noise while steering. Added grease
Apr 2017 118200 mi US $300	Fuel pump died. Replaced with new OE pump, and replaced fuel filter as preventative maintenance during this time.
Jun 2017 119517 mi US $300	Intake hoses were ripped/dry rotted. Replaced upper and lower intake hoses, as well as connector and vacuum line. VANOS variable valve timing unit internal seals had failed, causing poor running and rough takeoffs. Replaced seals with aftermarket upgraded Viton parts (from Beisan Systems), changed valve cover gasket, replaced spark plugs with OE NGKs during this time.
Jul 2017 120399 mi US $900	Brake noise and vibration returned. Resurfaced front rotors (were new recently) and replaced front caliper slide pins/bushing.s Clutch throwout bearing was worn and hanging. ZF manual transmission detent pins became sticky, making 3rd gear difficult to locate, and shifting difficult. Removed transmisison to service all the shift pins and overhaul clutch. installed fresh clutch kit w/ TOB, new guide sleeve, pivot pin and clip, guibo, pilot bearing, 5x new shift detent pin kits, new reverse and 5th pins, delrin shift console bushings, new OE rear console bushings, new rod joint and clips, e60 545 shift lever, new cup bushing, new nuts with old guibo bolts, new e46 M3 trans mounts, new exh downpipe gaskets and copper nuts. Fresh Redline MTL (1qt) and D4ATF (remainder, 0.7qt), magnetic trans drain plug.
Mar 2018 124000 mi US $80	Repaired original DISA/manifold runner valve with replacement flapper, bellcrank, and seal. Cleaned throttle body (not bad), cleaned ICV.
Apr 2018 124000 mi US $30	Front brakes vibrating again, removed rotors, cleaned with steel wool and wire wheel. Visible pad imprints remain Installed new reman front brake calipers, freshly turned rotors, and new Stoptech Sport pads. Flushed and bled all 4 brakes with ATE 200.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Sep 2009 70000 mi US $1100	Service II inspection plus anti-freeze and brake fluid change. Problem was an acceleration issue at ~3000 rpm. Vehicle "misses" at that rpm. Repeat problem, still was not resolved by dealer. (Later fixed with reflash of chip.)

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jan 2013 - Jun 2018
May 2017 34940 mi US $215	OBD code p0128: Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature). Per technician, frequently related to failing thermostat. Asked that thermostat be replaced. No repeat of code since this repair.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Nov 2015 - Sep 2016
Apr 2016 112500 mi US $100	Expansion tank was leaking

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2014
Jun 2014 126000 mi US $4100	Power steering pump ran dry and melted. Pump replaced, along with reservoir and hoses. AC compressor clutch damaged when power steering pump melted and locked up. New compressor and aux fan. Fan clutch worn and slipping. Replaced clutch.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Oct 2012 - Mar 2018
Dec 2012 110000 mi	Both Rear Coil Springs Broken Leaking Rear Differential Seals
Feb 2013 112000 mi US $200	Fuel pump failed, so I replaced the fuel pump and filter.
Apr 2013 114500 mi US $600	Front control arms, inner and outer ball joints, and front control arm bushings replaced.
May 2013 115400 mi US $250	Driveshaft was rumbling under acceleration load due to failed support bearing carrier. Rear driveshaft center support bearing and carrier replaced and transfer case/transmission mount replaced. Front brake pads were wearing unevenly due to seized calipers. Front calipers, pads, rotors replaced. Stainless steel brake lines install on all 4 corners. Brake fluid flushed.
Jun 2013 117000 mi US $200	Valve cover gasket leaking and replaced. Spark plugs replaced. VANOS seals replaced.
Jan 2014 112300 mi US $5	Center Support Bearing failed and required replacement. Oil filter housing gasket was leaking and required replacement.
Apr 2014 124300 mi US $350	Water pump replaced because of bad bearing. Rear brake pipes leaking near reservoir, replaced both rear lines from reservoir to rear brake hoses. Starter failed and replaced. Needed a tow for either issue.
Aug 2014 127100 mi	Crank position sensor failed. DISA valve rebuilt. Rubber air intake boot torn.
Sep 2014 128000 mi US $50	Door lock cylinder broke (the remote would open the door but the key would not. Replaced cylinder.
Dec 2014 130000 mi US $200	CCV/oil separator valve failing and hoses plugged up with oil sludge. (Oil consumption was over 1qt per 1000 miles (previously was 1qt per 3000 miles)) Replaced CCV valve and hoses.
Nov 2015 137000 mi US $100	Replaced parking brake and parking brake hardware.
Dec 2016 144000 mi US $150	Blower motor was squealing loudly (audible both inside and outside vehicle) in cold weather and/or with A/C on due to bad bearings - replaced blower motor.
Mar 2018 149000 mi US $600	Play in left front wheel bearing - replaced and re-aligned.

BMW 3-Series in Manitoba, Canada Mar 2015 - Oct 2016
Mar 2015 106640 mi C $909	Replace trailing arm bushings and differential seal
Jan 2016 C $500	Thermostat
Jun 2016 116560 mi C $950	Rear shocks and wheel alignment
Oct 2016 117180 mi	Vanos track system

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2008 - Jul 2009
Sep 2008 102000 mi US $600	Water pump, pulleys, and belts replaced.
Mar 2009 112000 mi US $400	Secondary air pump failed. Unit replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 126000 mi US $400	Airbag error code. Not covered by recall, although it is the same airbag unit as that being recalled. I paid to replace all wiring leading to the airbag, which did not fix the problem.

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2016
Jun 2010 75000 mi US $400	AC lost charge
Mar 2012 102000 mi US $1700	New clutch and cv boot covers
Jun 2012 105000 mi US $1000	MAF sensors, O2 sensors, MAf replacement wiring issue with chipmunk nest in air filter
Jun 2014 127000 mi US $850	Bad sensor

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 41000 mi US $300	Leaking from drain pan

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2010 - Dec 2014
Aug 2010 64000 mi US $200	The rear driver side window doesn't close. The motor had to be replaced.
Nov 2010 72000 mi US $800	Rear spring broken. Had to be replaced. Passenger side window regulator started to fail. Giving rattling sound when closing indicating a failing motor.
Feb 2013 89600 mi US $1500	Fixed Oil Leak. Oil leak fix threw these errors: P0491: Second Air Injection System (Bank 1) and P0492: Second Air Injection System (Bank 2). Replacing vacuum hose fixed the above errors.
Apr 2013 90200 mi	Started Check Engine Light. The temperature sensor looks like is going bad.
Jul 2013 91500 mi	Fuel Gauge never goes below half tank because of a bad fuel sensor. Adding Fuel Injector fluid cleared the issue. Front Fender Liner worn and broke during car wash. This also took the temperature sensor from the wheel well.
Jan 2014 98000 mi US $605	Two Window Regulators. Drivers side front and passenger side rear window regulators replaced. Battery has to be replaced as it discharged couple of times during winter season. $150 for battery.
Dec 2014 103000 mi	P0128: Coolant Thermostat not working properly. Coolant leak. Parts worn out.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2012 - Mar 2016
Sep 2013 101000 mi US $400	power steering pump replaced
Dec 2015 116000 mi	replaced bushings

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2018
Sep 2013 104000 mi	Fuel system was shot. Had to replace tank, pump, filler neck, and filter as they are all one piece.
Nov 2013 104600 mi US $500	Control arm bushings, and control arm (including balljoints) were replaced.
Apr 2014 106300 mi	Rear Shocks blew out.
Aug 2014 108600 mi US $1310	Complete suspension overhaul. Shocks were completely done, both rear were blown. Front struts had no resistance. Steering guibo was worn and there was play in steering. End links clunking. Complete cooling system. The engine and transmission thermostats had soft failed open. Fan clutch was loose, and water pump would gave probably started to seep in next 5000 miles. Expansion tank was entirely preventative due to it being a common issue.
Jul 2015 115200 mi US $250	Alternator's voltage regulator failed, so I ordered a new Bosch unit and I installed it myself.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2010 - Jun 2018
Apr 2013 49821 mi US $341	Windshield washer replaced Windshield washer replaced

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008 55000 mi	CV joint in left front failed.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015 114000 mi US $600	O2 sensors and Mass Air Flow sensor -

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Nov 2010 - Jul 2018
Dec 2010 84000 mi US $200	Replaced leaking VANOS oil line.
Jan 2014 114800 mi US $150	Radiator expansion tank leaked and was replaced.
Apr 2017 131000 mi US $3000	Transmission rebuild

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2014
Sep 2012 119000 mi US $800	Oil pan gasket leak, oil filter housing gasket leak

BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
Jul 2012 16000 mi US $300	Multiple leaks in radiator. In hoses and overflow tank.
Aug 2012 16000 mi US $40	The alternator had to be replaced three times. The first two alternators were bought at O'Reily autoparts, and installed by DIY. Both gave out, and an auto shop finally replaced it themselves with a new alternator. Power steering gave out and had to be replaced. The belt to both rear windows gave out.

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Apr 2013 - Apr 2014
Mar 2014 82000 mi US $1400	Cooling system sensor (?) malfunction - was drawing more power from the alternator which eventually killed the alternator. New battery, sensor and alternator.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Sep 2016 - Oct 2016
Oct 2016 186000 mi US $600	Entire cooling system had to be replaced, radiator, hoses, thermostat, water pump.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2009 - Nov 2010
Mar 2009 98500 mi US $35	Replaced valve cover gasket.

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Feb 2003 - Mar 2010
Dec 2003 4960 mi	Check engine ligh on, replace oxygen sensors
Aug 2005 18600 mi	Engine runs roughly, replace ignition cord
Oct 2005 2480 mi	Check engine light on again, replace pre-cat oxygen sensor
Oct 2006 52080 mi C $80	Replace lower radiator hose
Nov 2006 6200 mi	Check engine light on, replace oxygen sensor under warranty
Dec 2006 52700 mi C $500	Replace heater core
Mar 2007 55800 mi C $350	Replace theromstate
Aug 2007 58900 mi C $120	Replace lower temperature sender
Sep 2007 58900 mi C $1000	Replace Power Steering Pump

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Mar 2008 - Feb 2011
Dec 2009 89000 mi US $255	Air control valve repaired and cleaned.
Jul 2010 96000 mi US $800	Replaced worn pulley and idler set
Feb 2011 100000 mi	Squeel, oiginally diagnosed and "repaired"as worn pulleys, was in reality a bad water pump.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Oct 2012 - Apr 2013
Dec 2012 82000 mi	Three coils were worn out. Changed without costs.

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States May 2007 - Jun 2011
Jun 2007 57000 mi US $270	control arm bushings replaced
Aug 2007 60000 mi US $150	outside trim fell off
Apr 2008 69000 mi US $50	Blower motor replaced.
May 2008 70000 mi US $50	Window regulator replaced. Washer fluid pump replaced.
Oct 2008 74000 mi US $50	Belt tensioner and pulley had to be replaced. Replaced another window regulator too.
Aug 2010 92000 mi US $350	thermostat

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2007 - Jul 2022
Jun 2007 31620 mi	delay from Reverse to Drive, took about 30 seconds for transmission to engage after selecting "D". SA said that there was a leak of some sort and the Compressor was replaced.
Jul 2008 39060 mi C $35	Drive side seatbelt tensioner replaced threw srs light on dash.
May 2010 50000 mi C $200	ebrake DSR came off the hangers.
Aug 2012 65920 mi C $210	Scan done, misfire cylinder #5, replaced coil and plugs. All ok.
Jul 2016 87520 mi C $600	Rear shocks, springs and brakes.
Jul 2018 92380 mi C $300	Belt tensioners (3), 2 belts

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2015 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016 130000 mi US $25	Replaced power steering lines

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2012
Jun 2007 41000 mi	Refill AC , remap software Replace window regulators. Remap software.
May 2008 52000 mi US $320	Flushed transmission fluid
Mar 2009 59000 mi US $700	Thermostat replaced. Inspection II performed
Dec 2009 69000 mi US $1000	Control arm bushing replaced Rear brake pad + rotor replaced Front brake pad replaced Water pump replaced
Sep 2010 76000 mi US $500	1. Belts (pulley) 2. air intake valve
Jun 2011 81000 mi US $500	AC sensor replaced, AC fan capacitor replaced, Tune up, Oil change
Dec 2011 88000 mi	Oil leak Coolant leak
Jan 2012 89000 mi US $400	Coolant tank leak

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2007 - Dec 2016
Mar 2007 27000 mi	The read brake light, turn signals and right headlight would occasionally go out. The dealer reported that the sockets were corroded and replace them and the bulbs. When sifted into reverse, the side view mirror would tilt down for you to see, but when sifted back into drive, it would not go up.
Jul 2007 40000 mi	Rear taillight bulb went out.
Mar 2010 79000 mi US $1000	Steering components broke, loud grinding noise when turning. Replaced steering shaft and power steering pump with used parts. Engine oil filter housing leaking, replaced with a new housing.
Sep 2010 85000 mi US $450	Starter failed, car would not start, replaced with a re manufactured starter.
Apr 2011 93500 mi US $500	The thermostat was stuck open, so I decided to replace the whole cooling system for preventative maintenance.
Sep 2011 98000 mi	The check engine light was signaled from a faulty secondary air pump, because this was a M56 engine(SULEV) it has a 15 year/150,000 mile warranty on emission related components (a lot of dealers don't know this)
Sep 2012 110000 mi US $330	Control arm and bushings worn
Dec 2012 112000 mi US $60	Steering guibo was worn, caused loose steering while cruising at high speeds and wiggly steering
Mar 2014 130000 mi	SES light for secondary air pump, cylinder misfire.
Nov 2014 135900 mi	fuel pump died
Jun 2016 157000 mi US $120	The crankshaft position sensor was replaced Power steering hoses replaced, power steering resivoir/filter replaced

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2007 - Jun 2018
Aug 2007 39000 mi	Slipping transmission
Jan 2008 43000 mi	Slipping transmission on cold start; a commonly reported flaw on web; reflash seems to solve it; first reflash did not hold Burned wiring to left rear taillight; wiring replaced
Aug 2009 54000 mi US $400	Control arms and bushings
Jan 2011 72000 mi US $80	Engine idle revs from 800 to 1200, repeatedly, dangerous surge almost caused accident, brakes barely able to control. Apparently an error in computer, or in throttle body, or in wiring between throttle body and computer. Just went away.
Nov 2012 84300 mi US $200	Thermostat defective (prob for 2 years). Also replaced water pump, hoses, antifreeze as preventative (but they all looked good despite 84,000 miles).
Dec 2012 85000 mi	Replaced leaking/ seeping high pressure power steering line, PS fluid
Jan 2014 86300 mi US $400	Cooling system leak. Replaced radiator.
Jun 2014 95000 mi US $50	Oil leak since 65K or so, smoking, leaking onto driveway. Replaced valve cover gasket. Seemed to do the trick.
Feb 2016 105300 mi	Rotor frozen; repaired.
May 2016 106300 mi	Leak, oil filter housing
Aug 2016 108300 mi US $150	Sinking rear spring. Bad stabiliser bar end links.
Jan 2017 107200 mi	Intermittent outage of fuel pump Leaks in the crankcase oil recirc system were throwing lean codes. Unable to get car inspection.
Jun 2017 122000 mi US $450	Drive belt, tensioner, pulleys
Apr 2018 126000 mi	Locking system fails to unlock

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BMW 3-Series in Puerto Rico Mar 2009 - Jul 2011
Oct 2009 71000 mi US $45	Torn CV boot - the car's front vibrates when accelerating. Cornering while accelerating makes it worse. CV boot replaced but vibration didn't go away, it is less.
Dec 2009 76000 mi US $231	2 front axles went. Got the parts for $231 in a local shop, going to install soon.
Apr 2010 81000 mi US $500	Control Arms, ball joints, bushings, sway bar links needs to be done. Have parts, replacing soon.
Jun 2011 94000 mi US $30	cylinder 5 coil replaced

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 130000 mi US $165	Rough Idle, replaced mass air flow sensor

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2009 - Nov 2017
Oct 2010 60000 mi US $2100	Front axle pulled out of differential due to worn engine mounts
Nov 2014 85300 mi US $600	Repaired rust spot on right rear fender
Dec 2015 95000 mi US $450	Replaced cracked C-V boots on each front wheel
Feb 2016 96000 mi US $500	Suspect a coolant leak. Independant shop recommended radiator flush which they performed but low level light has returned. Engine overheated due to leak in radiator reservoir
Aug 2016 101000 mi US $1750	Dust cover came loose on front disc brake & ruined rotor & pads
Dec 2016 106000 mi US $850	VANOS pipe leaking oil Rear differential seal leaking oil Rear shocks replaced
Feb 2017 107000 mi US $680	Replaced (2) of (6) ignition coils
Sep 2017 118000 mi US $1200	Brakes, drums CV joint problem was found when brakes replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2007 - Apr 2013
Apr 2007 26160 mi	Alternator belt and tensioner due to noise on cold start. Covered by mfg warranty.
Jan 2008 35000 mi US $50	Replaced faulty window regulator.
Dec 2008 47000 mi US $499	Replaced cracked RF inner CV boot.
Aug 2009 57000 mi US $50	Replaced passenger side window regulator due to grinding noise.
Dec 2009 61000 mi US $152	Replaced torn LF CV boot.
Sep 2010 72000 mi US $235	Replaced both windshield washer and headlamp washer pumps
Jan 2011 78100 mi US $400	Water was seeping inside the cabin on the driver side floor. Mechanic reglued water shedders inside both front and rear doors - leak fixed. - Oil change service.
Apr 2011 77200 mi US $285	Replaced RR window regulator.
Jan 2012 76000 mi US $2000	- CV boots torn on both sides. Replaced entire axle assemblies. - replaced worn lower control arm bushings - replaced leaky valve cover gasket
Apr 2012 81300 mi US $584	Replaced faulty alternator due to car dying and not charging battery. Also replaced a couple of belts. Replaced faulty thermostat assembly, also installed new fan.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Feb 2016 - Oct 2017
Mar 2016 123000 mi US $1200	3 repairs valve cover and gasket, plugs and coils as well as oil/filter/air filter change. Expansion tank for cooling system. Both front drive axles.
Oct 2017 140000 mi US $1100	Failed PCV Valve, Failed Fuel Pump, Failed/Cracked emissions vacuum lines

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States May 2007 - Jul 2016
Jun 2007 52000 mi	Power steering hose was leaking and alternator belt was worn. Discoverd by BMW Dealer/Serviceduring pre-purchase inspection (purchased from local independent dealer). Repaired by selling dealer.
Jul 2007 53200 mi US $540	Both front axle CV outer-boots need to be replaced.
Jul 2008 61000 mi US $240	Driver side CV boot was torn
Sep 2008 65000 mi US $780	Rear coils were broken.
Jul 2009 72000 mi US $700	headlight switch needed replacement.
Sep 2009 73000 mi US $220	Bad thermometer. Needed replacement.
Dec 2009 77000 mi US $177	Catch in door lock broke
Jun 2010 81000 mi US $200	Fuel pump failed. replaced fuel pump and relay
May 2012 95700 mi US $900	replaced fuel vent valve cover gasket leak oil filter housing leak
Nov 2013 108900 mi US $650	Starter died.
Nov 2014 117100 mi US $450	CV boots replaced

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2014 - Dec 2020
Sep 2014 126000 mi US $125	CV boot was torn, replaced axle and seal Replaced starter with a remanufactured Bosch Replaced fuel tank sending unit due to damage from a mouse chewing on it. Replaced right front axle due to a torn CV boot. Replaced front sway bar end links. Replaced right front axle due to a torn CV boot.
Nov 2014 130300 mi US $20	Replaced in warranty thermostat due to failed internal heater circuit
Dec 2014 132000 mi US $10	Leaking power steering pressure line replaced. Replaced oil filter housing to engine block gasket and oil filter.
Jan 2015 132000 mi US $233	Replaced alternator. No longer charging the battery consistently. I've changed the alternator on this car 4 times, mostly due to low quality store brand rebuilt units. Replaced pulleys.
Jun 2015 133000 mi US $400	Replaced front and rear springs.
Aug 2015 140300 mi	Replaced left front axle fie to excessive vibration.
Dec 2015 142000 mi	Cooling system leak. Replaced expansion tank and transmission thermostat.
Sep 2016 141000 mi US $52	Replaced front lower control arm outer ball joint
Dec 2016 143000 mi US $168	Fixed coolant leak, replaced expansion tank, mount, water pipe and heater return hose.
Jan 2017 143000 mi	Disa valve broke, fixed with G.A.S. repair kit.
Sep 2017 148000 mi	Replaced rear shocks and mounts.
Dec 2017 151000 mi US $320	Replaced RF axle and seal due to leaking cv boot.
Jan 2018 151000 mi	Valve cover and gasket replaced.
Jun 2018 151000 mi US $30	Replaced worn front lower control arm bushings.
Aug 2018 155000 mi	Reinstalled the transmission thermostat
Jan 2019 156000 mi US $50	replaced leaking thermostat
Oct 2019 157000 mi US $290	Had a noisy front axle, replaced it and the seal. The parts were warrantied so the only cost was only for return shipping.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Aug 2008 - Apr 2018
Oct 2008 74000 mi US $275	Seat belt tensioner was causing an airbag light (has happened multiple times). Dealership replaced the wiring harness which was faulty.
Dec 2009 81000 mi US $700	New rear springs
Jun 2010 89000 mi	Control arm bushings
Mar 2012 105000 mi US $900	Car needed new fuel pump and filter
Oct 2012 110800 mi US $210	Faulty brake sensor light caused abs and traction control problems. No codes so only reset the light.
Dec 2012 115000 mi US $250	Brake, ABS and traction control lights started coming on again two weeks after reset. Codes this time. Brake light sensor was replaced and problem disappeared.
Dec 2014 128000 mi US $700	New Axle / CV Joint on Front Passenger Tire
Feb 2016 135100 mi US $1000	Oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States May 2011 - Dec 2012
Nov 2011 96000 mi	Check engine light came on. Dealer diagnosed it as a random misfire. Replaced the spark plugs and it hasn't come on since.
Nov 2012 114000 mi US $650	Updated software to correct erratic cold-start idle. Oil leak from Oil Filter Housing Gasket

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Mar 2013 - Oct 2015
Sep 2013 98000 mi US $350	Valve cover gasket
Aug 2015 107300 mi US $600	AC blowing warm

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Nov 2015 - Jul 2016
Feb 2016 160000 mi US $1600	Switch to side view mirror smoking and window regulator gone bad. sunroof switch replaced. Radiator hose replaced Coolant flushed

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2016 - Jul 2017
Aug 2016 126000 mi US $50	DISA VALVE REPAIR
Jul 2017 134000 mi US $300	Noise from front of engine. Replaced Belts & Pulleys (some pulleys were definitely worn). Replaced Power steering pump with remanufactured unit due to play on shaft.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States - Apr 2004
Apr 2004 10000 mi	All four interior leather door panels were replaced b/c they were bubbling.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 63000 mi US $300	Window regulator Rear trailing arm bushing.
Feb 2009 79000 mi US $1200	Transmission seal failure.
Mar 2009 79000 mi US $95	Drive belts tensioner failure.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2006 - Apr 2010
Sep 2008 57000 mi US $2000	Broken suspension coil.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2010 - Sep 2011
Jul 2011 130000 mi US $100	Every 3 or 4 weeks, the car will not start. If you wait a bit more than 4 hours, car will work fine for another 3 or 4 weeks. Shop could not duplicate issue.

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BMW 3-Series in Queensland, Australia Jan 2010 - Jun 2018
Jun 2011 40920 mi A $2660	PCV valve & Vacuum pipes. Vacuum pump leaking oil. Rocker cover gasket. Front compression bushes. Roof side gutter leaking. BMW make substandard cars. Be warned, do NOT buy.
Dec 2011 43400 mi A $28	Leak of coolant from rear of head. Another common problem. Dealer quoted over $500 to replace a $28 plastic cover plate.
Sep 2013 52700 mi A $1200	Oil separator, valve cover gasket, vacuum pump o ring, oil filter gasket.
Dec 2013 53320 mi A $200	radiator expansion tank cracked auto trans coolant thermostat control arm bushes replaced gutter fell off
Jun 2014 55180 mi A $170	Window lifter broken. Replaced with new one
Aug 2015 60340 mi A $150	New front RH wheel bearing. Old one was very noisy
Dec 2016 65100 mi A $20	"O" rings on valve solenoids replaced
Mar 2018 68820 mi A $50	Car started running on 3 cylinders. Needed a new ignition coil. Was able to source a single non genuine one Instead of whole set dealer wanted to sell me.
May 2018 69440 mi A $10	Leaking VANOS solenoid O-rings replaced

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2016 - May 2016
May 2016 80000 mi US $1400	The car would go in reverse but not move.

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BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2017
Mar 2008 85000 mi US $900	Leaking oil pan.
Jan 2010 141700 mi US $900	Fuel Pump and fuel sensor went out.
Sep 2011 126000 mi US $400	SES light came on... Thermostat replaced, problem solved.
Feb 2013 140300 mi US $257	EWS needed to be reset, and had to purchase a new key as the old key was no longer communicating with the ignition switch.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2010 - Aug 2011
Jan 2010 110000 mi	rear trailing arm bushing, exhaust manifolds replaced, transmission fluid, rear differential fluid, o2 sensors replaced
Aug 2011 125000 mi US $500	Alternator Alternator

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Aug 2011 - Mar 2013
Oct 2011 71000 mi US $120	drivers side xenon headlight began to not work and only come on on a hot start:car had been running more than 5 mins or outside temperature hot. Bulbs+ballasts swapped to diagnose problem.Ignitor replaced, very hard to disassemble headlight

BMW 3-Series in Saskatchewan, Canada Mar 2016 - Oct 2016
Aug 2016 80480 mi C $400	Trouble with an injector and a coil.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Feb 2012 - Dec 2015
Sep 2014 86000 mi US $1100	A/C compressor cracked and was replaced.
Mar 2015 89000 mi US $40	Differential input leaking. Differential input seal replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Aug 2011 - Nov 2016
Aug 2012 107760 mi C $800	Main belt tensioner failed and belt broke. Had to replace all pulley and belts.
Oct 2016 134540 mi C $750	Replaced thermostat, radiator hoses, fan switch, coolant bottle and fan clutch. All needed replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2016
Apr 2011 57000 mi US $184	Driver side LED tail light assembly was $184 from tischer bmw online. I installed myself (3 bolts). My indy quoted $250 for the job installed.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2011
Jun 2011 71000 mi US $636	ps line was bad, also did coolant and oil change

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2015 - Aug 2016
Sep 2015 110000 mi	Reprogram car because it stalls under deceleration. Resulted from transmission swap from SMG to 6MT. Shop is still solving this issue.
Mar 2016 111000 mi	Installed switch to turn off cruise control, which was causing the stalling issue.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2011
Apr 2011 111000 mi US $850	Sunroof cassette replacement Sunroof cassette replacement

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2010
Mar 2010 61000 mi US $250	Passenger side window actuator was making a loud clicking noise Rear trailing arm bushings needed replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Sep 2009 - Oct 2017
May 2011 44300 mi	Electrochromatic rear view mirror failure. Will order after market parts to replace instead of using OEM.
Jan 2012 47000 mi US $120	Coil pack failure on one cylinder
Sep 2015 58000 mi US $10	passenger seat sensor was going out
May 2016 60000 mi	Passenger airbag sensor keeps giving a fault. Had to clean the connectors under the seat

BMW 3-Series in Idaho, United States Jul 2014 - Dec 2021
Dec 2015 79000 mi US $100	oil pressure plug on side of engine block needed replacement.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2013 - Mar 2018
Apr 2014 95500 mi US $170	Replaced coils due to misfiring & rough performance.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 77000 mi	High vibration in front end at 2000 rpm and 40-60 mph. Over the past 1.5 years there have been multiple parts replaced. 3 of the 4 cv joint boots in 2 occurrences. Then both control arms. no help. both front end drive shafts replaced this time. Thermostat replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2018
Aug 2010 25000 mi US $360	right front window regulator replaced
Sep 2010 27000 mi US $200	interior passenger door trip came loose and had to be re-glued. First re-gluing unsuccessful so car was returned to have the part re-glued. actuator for passenger door lock quit working. Door will not unlock with key fob (but will lock with it). Door must be manually unlocked from the inside. Not fixed due to lack of time and cost. Will repair at a later time.
Sep 2012 45000 mi US $150	Headlight (HID) intermittently on/off on one headlight.
Nov 2013 55000 mi US $85	Ballast on xenon headlamp needed replacement
Sep 2016 75000 mi US $600	Passenger door not opening remotely Headlamp electrical not working
Dec 2016 76000 mi US $350	Replaced right rear wheel bearing
Apr 2017 77000 mi US $1000	Vanos refurbished
Mar 2018 82000 mi US $250	hose that carried steering fluid broke- replaced the hose, also preventatively replaced pump

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 46000 mi US $175	Rear axle seals need to be replaced. I am also getting ready to install a new power steering pump.

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010 63000 mi US $1000	A/C compressor replaced. Tension pulley for alternator/water pump replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2012
Mar 2010 30000 mi US $33	Replaced leaking oil cap.
Nov 2011 43000 mi US $900	3 alarm lights, brake wear, TPMS, traction control. The problem was faulty steering angle sensor. Also had valves adjusted, oil change and belts replaced

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BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States May 2012 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 149000 mi US $200	Gear position sensor replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Aug 2014 - Mar 2018
Feb 2015 122300 mi US $75	ignition coil
Mar 2017 125000 mi US $100	replace #3 cyl ignition coil
Aug 2017 125000 mi US $200	replace plugs and coils. Inspect valve train and vanos.

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2013
Mar 2013 70000 mi US $180	Cpv constant pressure valve needed replacement

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2011 - Jan 2012
Jul 2011 60000 mi US $3000	Poor cooling

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2018
Jun 2011 71000 mi US $720	Clutch slave cylinder position sensor was intermittent, causing no starts and transmission light to come on.
Sep 2011 74000 mi US $3500	Transmission SMG pump causing vehicle to go into neutral intermittently and had check transmission light. Replaced hydraulic pump.
Aug 2012 78200 mi US $130	Drivers power door lock intermittent operation. Sometimes had a hard time getting door to open from inside.
Apr 2013 79200 mi US $7	Oil leak at CPV valve. Replaced o-ring.
May 2013 79600 mi US $150	VANOS solenoid valve causing intermittent check engine light. Replaced with remanufactured unit.
Jun 2013 80000 mi US $90	Crack found in chassis at rear subframe mounting point. Removed differential, exhaust, gas tank and rear subframe. Welded in reinforcement plates at subframe mounting points, cutout access holes and reinforced from inside and reassemble. Tie rod adjustment frozen and would not allow a proper alignment to be performed.
Jun 2015 85000 mi US $160	Power steering pump noisy and not providing must boost. Replaced pump, pulley, fluid.
Jun 2018 101000 mi US $7	B pillar fabric covering came loose on both side. Removed panels and re-glued on fabric.

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2017
Jan 2013 64500 mi US $180	Needed my torque converter replaced Ignition coil
May 2013 67000 mi US $4500	Moonroof control mechanisms failed, requiring full replacement Steering wheel sensor, which replays to traction control system, was out, leading to intermittent traction control failure A/C would intermittently stop working: either cold air flow would cease, or the system would shut down entirely
Jun 2013 67000 mi US $210	Ignition coil failed
Dec 2013 72000 mi US $250	An ignition coil went out, for the third time in the past year; I had the mechanic replace the broken one as well as the other three that hadn't yet been replaced
Nov 2014 78000 mi US $600	Starter died and needed replacement
Jan 2015 66700 mi US $400	Bushing replacement
Sep 2016 88000 mi US $400	External thermometer sensor was broken
Jan 2017 78000 mi	A/C not functioning - unknown reason

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BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Nov 2014 - Dec 2014
Nov 2014 123000 mi US $375	Water pump started to go out. Bought an aftermarket one and just paid for labor only.

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2018
Jan 2007 38000 mi	The car was shifting harshly down to the final gears. The dealer did a reset and the problem went away.
Nov 2007 52000 mi US $750	Air intake sensor was damaged.
Sep 2010 84000 mi US $250	Had to change the rear passenger wheel bearings.
Oct 2013 120000 mi US $350	Wheel bearing on rear passenger side started to get loud. Wheel bearing replaced at independent shop. $80 for parts, and the rest was labor.

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Oct 2013 - Oct 2013
Oct 2013 108000 mi US $400	Oil sealant needed replacement

BMW 3-Series in District of Columbia, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2014
Sep 2013 68000 mi US $4000	Thermostat
Jan 2014 71000 mi	GM5 control unit died. Windows, locks don't work properly.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2013
Aug 2009 75000 mi US $600	Thermostat failed in open position. Replaced thermostat to fix problem. Also replaced other cooling system components as a preventative measure.
Oct 2010 86000 mi	Sunroof was stuck in open position. Found that track mechanism has become tangled. Had to drop the headliner and perform extensive work to repair track mechanism.
Mar 2011 91000 mi US $30	Low on refrigerant. Recharged.
May 2011 93000 mi US $725	AC compressor went bad. Replaced compressor, condenser, expansion valve, and drier.
Jul 2011 96000 mi US $100	Suspension a bit loose and car drifts at speed. Replaced Rear Trailing Arm Bushings. Symptoms better but not completely resolved.
Aug 2011 96500 mi	Small vacuum line to emissions control device broke. Replaced with new line and problem was resolved.
Jan 2012 88700 mi US $200	Water pump leaking coolant.
Mar 2012 102000 mi	Passenger seat would not lock into position. Removed the seat and reinstalled and it now functions properly.
Jul 2012 105000 mi	Battery Safety Terminal (BST) was setting an SRS code even though the BST had never deployed. I used scanner software to deactivate the BST, otherwise the parts for the repair would have costs $250+.
Dec 2012 108000 mi US $75	Had to replace all crankcase ventilation lines due to leaks. Resolved leaks and poor cold-start performance issue.

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States May 2015 - Jun 2017
Aug 2015 197100 mi	Replaced idler pulley,replaced oil filter housing gasket that was leaking.

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BMW 3-Series in Delaware, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2016
Mar 2016 89000 mi US $50	Left front brake caliper piston seized. Opted to replace with a good used part instead of rebuilding the caliper or buying rebuilt caliper.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2015 - Apr 2016
Oct 2015 36200 mi US $625	The engine check light came was apparently due to a bad "post catalytic" oxygen sensor. The part was $248 and the remainder was labor.

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2016
Sep 2016 81000 mi US $250	Convertible top wouldn't seal completely

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Aug 2016 - Jun 2021
Mar 2017 32000 mi US $180	Replaced leaking power steering hose.
Apr 2017 32000 mi US $135	Power steering lines were leaking. Purchased new lines from independent hose shop and replaced them.
May 2018 35000 mi US $500	New springs, rear trailing arm bushings, new upper shock mounts

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2006 - Mar 2015
Jun 2006 21030 mi	replace SMG switch
Oct 2007 42090 mi US $625	replace muffler hangers and voltage regulators
Aug 2013 89000 mi US $500	needed a new exhaust hangar

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2015
Nov 2012 76700 mi US $75	Final Stage Unit (blower motor resistor)
May 2014 88000 mi US $160	Coil pack Ecu cooling fan
Jan 2015 80500 mi US $735	Fuel pump and relay

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2012 - Sep 2013
Dec 2012 81000 mi US $125	Front kidney grills broken
Jun 2013 84000 mi US $500	Rear trunk lip replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2018
Nov 2012 128000 mi US $487	Replace Front Lower Control Arm Bushings Parts: Control Arm Bushing Set cost 177.18 (parts) Work 2.5 hours at 90/hr (Labor) Passenger door wouldn't unlock. Had replaced the fuses, but still didn't seem to work. Thought the door was double locked due to bad engineering. Shop replaced the fuses again and it worked. Cost $0.00 Change RF turn signal bulb and broke the housing upon reinserting due to weak plastic. Has shop replace entire turn signal lens. Part cost: 53.47 Labor:0.00
Apr 2013 133700 mi US $651	Intake Manifold Adjuster Part $300. Crankshaft Breather Hose Part $19. Intake Boot Part $19. 2nd Intake Boot Part $19. Labor 255. Mileage 133K
Jun 2013 137000 mi US $220	Put 4 new tires on car, ABS started acting up and then exclamation (orange) warning symbol next to drive mode lit up. Brake lights didn't work. Replaced brake module $80 part $40 labor(friend). Xenon headlight $100 part free labor
Sep 2014 152000 mi	Alternator went out. Having it rebuilt by a private person who is a certified BMW mechanic. Car wanted to stall with air on. Wouldn't pass emissions. Engine code said it was running rich. Turned out to be clogged air filters with bugs. New filters. No more stalling, no more codes.
Apr 2015 156000 mi US $450	Transmission fluid leaking.
Apr 2018 161000 mi US $600	Engine was taken apart, new seals put in, hoses replaced. Self job. Engine still runs a little rough, but no more leaks.

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Apr 2011 - Jun 2022
Sep 2011 97340 mi	Glove box lock stuck, but could be opened with key.
Oct 2011 97960 mi	Convertible roof jammed open and couldn't be operated. Used manual override to open roof, aligned broken part so roof could be temporarily operated. Re-aligned sensor so fault light would deactivate and trunk could be opened.
Nov 2011 98660 mi C $600	Oil leak. New gasket Rear suspension, joints worn Front suspesion links worn Trunk release switches inside car and at trunk not working
Dec 2011 99200 mi C $180	Electrical wire required repair to fix trunk valet lock function Convertible top liner trim part replaced
Jan 2012 100440 mi C $100	Change driverside Xenon headlight bulb, requires removal of airbox
Feb 2012 101140 mi	Convertible hardtop locator electical contact cracked and caused failure of rear defog and all interior lights. Discovered by a different shop than the one that caused it. Able to repair the connector.
Sep 2012 109120 mi C $160	Convertible Flap Motor for Convertible Top Cover Flap gear worn
Aug 2013 114700 mi C $1000	Control arm assembly and associated bushings Replace thermostat and water pump Replace pads
Sep 2013 115320 mi	Cracked vent replaced. Likely from car detailing service, but not sure.
Nov 2013 117180 mi C $25	Replaced upper intake hose. Intake boot had visible signs of wear and cracks, but no engine problems or warning lights had resulted yet.
Apr 2014 121300 mi C $800	Seized rear caliper
Sep 2014 126480 mi C $700	Middle muffler replaced due to crack at inlet pipe connection Rubber intake boot crack due to aging
Jan 2015 120420 mi C $1000	Seized front caliper
Jun 2015 132060 mi C $3000	Clutch slipping. Replace clutch and flywheel Low oil light on, level ok, replace oil level sensor
Oct 2015 134220 mi C $300	Vacuum hose nipple to gas filter broken
Dec 2016 145700 mi C $350	Expansion tank and hose replacement
Feb 2017 146320 mi C $1800	Steering position sensor Gas peddle position sensor Front wheel bearing
Mar 2018 155000 mi C $1800	Replace failed alternator Battery failure due to alternator failure Light control module failure due to alternator failure
Jul 2018 157480 mi C $100	Convertible top liner c pillar repair Convertible top slide cover repair
Sep 2018 158720 mi	Baker plate failure
Jan 2022 180420 mi C $1800	Frozen pcv, valve leading to cover failure

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BMW 3-Series in Mississippi, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2010
Aug 2008 58000 mi US $300	New alternator. Done at an independant shop.
Nov 2008 60000 mi US $125	New thermostat. Independent shop.
Mar 2009 72000 mi US $857	Replace control arm bushings. Replace valve cover gasket. It was leaking oil over the metal shields producing burning smell inside the cabine.
Jun 2009 78000 mi US $248	Water pump failed. Replaced with updated one. (metal impeller) Water pump failed. Replaced with updated one (metal impeller)

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BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2010
Aug 2010 95000 mi US $670	Red oil light intermittently flashed, then stopped. No power problems. Car still ran great. Mechanic checked oil level, filter, and oil pressure. No problems. Cluster working too. Determined that the oil pressure switch should be replaced. a quart of oil leaked out during a 24 hr period, had to change shops for reliability.

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BMW 3-Series in South Africa Dec 2008 - Sep 2015
Sep 2012 115940 mi R 8000	Replaced faulty window regulator on driver window. Replaced control arm bushes on front suspension.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2010 - Dec 2010
Dec 2010 89000 mi	dash warning that washer fluid low. hose to headlight washers was leaking. Major labor bill to pull off bumper to access. Not worth it for an useless accessory. Capped hose at tank so stop leak. Windshield washer works fine

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jan 2007 50000 mi US $800	Had them check cooling system , bad water pump and theromstat both were replaced and covered by original warranty. Other things done were routine, all fluids were flushed.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Apr 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 195000 mi US $4000	car was making a strange clunking sound when I turned hard to left.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2008 - Jan 2012
Jul 2009 61000 mi US $50	replaced front driver door speaker ring
Jul 2010 81000 mi US $75	Water pump shaft broke
Dec 2011 108000 mi US $400	accessory belt broke

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2010 - Jul 2022
Apr 2010 40000 mi	Noise from engine pulleys and idler. Replaced along with ribbed V belt. Chassis noise noticed. Front end aluminum flex plate was cracked and was replaced. Lower control arm bushings also replaced. Engine oil pressure switch leaking. Replaced.
May 2013 58000 mi US $915	Battery light came on during road trip on back roads. Battery discharged and car died after approx. 45 minutes driving, stranding us along side of the road. Car was transported via flatbed to BMW of Asheville, who replaced alternator.
Dec 2013 60000 mi US $1283	Defective window regulators both front windows (drivers and passengers)
May 2014 61000 mi US $70	Ventilation blower stopped working. Replacement of Final Stage Resister (FSR) resolved problem. Ordered part online and completed DIY replacement.
Jul 2014 62000 mi US $474	Right rear window regulator failure.
May 2015 65600 mi US $441	Right side differential seal leak
Nov 2015 68000 mi US $2350	Airbag light. Faulty sensor replaced Oil leak valve cover gasket Intermittent issue with door lock/unlocking
Jan 2017 72000 mi US $1258	Thermostat failed. Preemptively replaced water pump. Drivers airbag recall completed.

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BMW 3-Series in Vermont, United States Nov 2012 - Feb 2013
Jan 2013 US $450	Broken Axle Shaft

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Aug 2015 - Aug 2015
Aug 2015 44000 mi US $60	Radiator hose failed, leaking coolant. Replaced hose.

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BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States May 2013 - Jul 2014
Feb 2014 98300 mi US $200	Transmission went into limp mode. Sensor in transmission replaced.
Mar 2014 100000 mi US $500	Expansion tank and hoses needed to be replaced Blower motor replaced

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2011 - Jun 2015
Dec 2011 100000 mi US $125	Replaced light control module.
Jan 2012 113500 mi US $50	Replaced windshield/cowl seal.
Mar 2013 112000 mi US $75	Replace driver window regulator Repair broken door lock
Aug 2013 115000 mi US $122	Replaced rear shocks. One of the two had started to fail.
Jan 2014 102800 mi US $14	Ground short in tail light assembly.
Nov 2014 123800 mi US $60	Replaced LCM
Jan 2015 125500 mi US $500	Replaced entire cooling system.

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2015 - Sep 2017
Apr 2015 189600 mi C $800	Relace front axle and boot wipers failed
May 2015 190900 mi C $200	A rear hatch bracket supporting a gas-filled strut rusted thru and failed. Replaced brackets on both sides and re-installed struts.
Oct 2015 195500 mi C $993	Alternator, Belt, battery replced
Nov 2015 196200 mi	Torn CV Boot - repaired under warranty
Dec 2015 196540 mi C $300	Parking brake failed and broke causing damage to pad
Jan 2016 196840 mi C $170	Short under hood - slowly draining battery.
May 2017 203980 mi C $950	repair seized parking brake

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018 96100 mi C $150	Window regulator

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jun 2014 - Dec 2017
Sep 2014 101000 mi US $250	headlight bucket replaced after being melted by improperly seated bulb
Jan 2015 113700 mi US $350	window regulator replaced
Jul 2015 109500 mi US $200	valve cover replaced, vanos seals replaced fuel pump failed
Jan 2017 108800 mi	seized calipers replaced secondary air check valve
May 2017 138000 mi US $200	both post-cat O2 sensors replaced
Jun 2017 140000 mi US $300	oil filter housing gasket

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 175000 mi US $600	radiator, res. tank, ac fan

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BMW 3-Series in South Africa Sep 2015 - Jan 2022
Dec 2015 116560 mi R 8000	Clutch kit,including flywheelh Replaced engine mountings
Feb 2016 117180 mi R 2000	Fuel gauge was inaccurate and car would run out of petrol when the range still showed 180ks.Replaced fuel pump and sender unit
Jul 2018 126480 mi R 1270	Replaced flywheel Replaced all shock absorbers

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2007 - Mar 2011
Aug 2007 95000 mi US $850	Control arm bushings worn, required replacing control arms. Stinky smell from A/C after compressor is turned off and the fan is still running. Conditioned A/C, helped a little.
Nov 2007 97000 mi US $50	Torque converter failed and needed to be replaced. CAT O2 sensor threw check engine fault and needed to be replaced.
Jan 2008 99000 mi US $50	Sunroof wouldn't close sometimes. Rattle from underneath the car. Started after previous torque converter fix by dealer. Turned out they forgot to tighten loose front splash panel during previous repair.
Aug 2008 106000 mi US $75	Windshield fluid pump leaked -- replaced.
Jun 2009 119000 mi US $150	Had intermittent indication that rear tail-light was burned out. Turned out to be an intermittent contact. Noise at acceleration thought to have come from engine, but turned out to be MPG gauge.
Nov 2009 127100 mi US $506	replaced spring-type belt tensioner with hydraulic belt tensioner; replaced pulley adjuster and offset idler replaced fan clutch;
Jul 2010 134000 mi US $730	fuel pump stopped working, required towing and replacement
Dec 2010 140000 mi US $350	electrical burning smell in cabin caused by broken seal (forgot which) next to cabin air intake

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Sep 2011 - Jan 2012
Oct 2011 153000 mi US $1200	The head gasket was cracked and leaking oil slowly, hot oil fell on hoses that deteriorated them. All was replaced and working fine.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Nov 2009 51000 mi US $508	Replaced alternator.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007 82000 mi US $1178	Left rear window stuck in down position. Also right front window making grinding noise. Both window regulators were replaced.
Mar 2008 88000 mi US $593	Replaced front lower control arm. Removed and replaced the front thrust rod bushing.

BMW 3-Series in Arkansas, United States Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007 71000 mi US $350	idler pulley and belts

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2008 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 102200 mi US $37	Left front blinker went out first time-fixed. Now same blinker doesnt work again...

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2019
Sep 2016 202000 mi US $80	Replaced Blower Motor Final Stage (Resistor)
Apr 2017 207000 mi US $220	Replaced upper radiator hose and water pump.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jan 2005 - Apr 2009
Jul 2005	Sunroof had to be repaired. Known problem.
Oct 2006 38500 mi US $40	Rear light failure. Bulbs replaced.
Jan 2007 40925 mi US $200	Rear light failure again. Replaced taillight connectors due to scorching around the connectors.
Aug 2007 45000 mi US $420	Driver side rear window will not go up. Replaced left rear window regulator and insulation.
Dec 2008 56500 mi US $900	Pulley broke causing engine to overheat. Car towed to dealership. Replaced expansion tank, fan, and pulleys.
Jan 2009 57000 mi US $485	Replace power steering line.
Apr 2009 58500 mi US $2000	Transmission seal leak. Lower arm control bushings worn. Need to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Saskatchewan, Canada - Dec 2009
Dec 2009 58900 mi C $400	Water pump and thermostat

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BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States May 2015 - Apr 2017
May 2015 158000 mi US $300	Coolant overflow reservoir
Sep 2015 162000 mi	Original paint failing all around the car at the lowest seam, in areas that have not had any damage.
Mar 2017 171000 mi US $1000	Rusted leaking brake lines

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 71000 mi	Thermostat failure, stuck open. Second thermostat with same problem. Replaced again. Fuel gauge erratic indication. Left rear view mirror not setting for key used. The error codes were cleared but I am still having a hard shift between 1st and 2nd gear. It sounds like I need the transmission and engine software updated (150 dollars) I cleaned off the terminals and pounded on the bottom of the fuel tank with my fist. I believe the float was stuck.
Feb 2008 72000 mi US $650	Noticed steering wheel vibration when power applied to engine. Not related to brakes.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2006 - Mar 2020
Aug 2006 40157 mi US $790	Replace alternator and battery
Dec 2006 42555 mi US $228	Replace DME relay and tighten air intake boot due to check engine light on
Sep 2007 47000 mi US $941	Right front CV axle boot and inner boot clinging grease. Repair included replacement of both inner and out boot plus four wheel alignment Fan clutch wobbling. Replaced unit.
Jun 2008 50000 mi US $497	Rear differential mount leaking. Installed shft seal and rubber mount. Parts 60.60; labor $436
Dec 2008 52000 mi US $434	Persistent burning odor caused by oil leak requiring gasket set replacement.
Dec 2010 62000 mi US $439	Several pulley and belt tensioners replaced to eliminate belt/bearing noise
Apr 2012 70000 mi US $238	Worn intake hoses for emissions system
Jul 2012 72000 mi US $400	Oxygen sensors replaced (first time!)
Feb 2013 82800 mi US $450	Replace driver and passenger window motors and regulators Cracked intake manifold
Mar 2013 84000 mi US $1085	Broken front hub and bearing which was replaced Replaced front axle driveshaft and universal joints
Nov 2014 100000 mi US $2557	Replaced front control arm and bushings Replaced front axle boots oil filter housing leak
Dec 2015 107000 mi US $1000	Emission control component
May 2016 109000 mi US $300	Drivers side power window motors replaced
Nov 2016 110700 mi US $325	Broken water pump and can belt
Dec 2016 112000 mi	Cracked radiator. Replaced along with hose
Apr 2017 114480 mi US $900	Needed all four rotors and brake pads replaced
Jun 2017 115000 mi US $600	replaced upper and lower air boots and replaced air pump mounts

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016 179000 mi US $150	Interior cabin fan was running intermittently despite car being off. Replaced blower motor resistor.
Sep 2016 181000 mi	Replaced shocks, struts and mounts due to blown suspension.
Jun 2018 185000 mi US $600	Replaced PCV valve

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 96000 mi US $80	Right rear tail light inop. Electrical connector damaged, I have been told this is common for this year 3 series. Brake light and turn signal would not word on driver side. One year ago I had the passenger side connector replaced.
Jul 2008 98000 mi US $580	Replaced alternator as it was inop.
May 2009 103000 mi US $600	Check engine light. Intake and exhaust sensors needed replacement.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2008 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011 115000 mi US $390	worn valve cover gasket leaks oil to ignition coil, replace ignition coil on cylinder 1

BMW 3-Series in West Virginia, United States Jan 2010 - Nov 2013
Apr 2013 43300 mi	Window regulator.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2006 - Jul 2016
Jan 2007 65000 mi US $50	Replace HID igniter control box
Aug 2007 70000 mi US $85	Replaced window regulator in driver's door
Sep 2007 71000 mi US $20	Replace timing chain tensioner.
Jul 2008 76000 mi US $100	Replace passenger front window regulator
Aug 2008 77000 mi US $30	CEL code indicated weak mixture - replaced cracked rubber intake boot.
Mar 2009 81000 mi US $100	Replace right rear window regulator.
Sep 2009 87000 mi US $100	Replace right rear window regulator again.
Jun 2010 93000 mi US $70	Check engine light and code indicated thermostat jammed open. Replaced thermostat.
Nov 2010 97000 mi US $60	Replace final stage resistor to cure intermittent fan speed control problem.
Aug 2011 105000 mi US $110	Replace intake camshaft position sensor
Jan 2012 117500 mi US $200	Replace VANOS piston seals and CCVV.
Mar 2012 110000 mi	False low engine oil warning light - replaced oil level sensor.
Oct 2012 117000 mi US $120	Door remote locking and unlocking was intermittent - fixed by repair to GM5 electronic control module.
Nov 2014 146100 mi	Replace broken window regulator in left rear door.
Oct 2015 157000 mi US $250	Replace crank case vent valve and various vacuum hoses
Feb 2016 161600 mi US $150	Replaced both rear window regulators

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Feb 2013 - Oct 2014
Jul 2013 122700 mi US $125	Valve cover gasket replaced No visiible leaks found, system working, . A/C recharged

BMW 3-Series in Idaho, United States Feb 2008 - Nov 2010
Jul 2008 60000 mi US $250	Leak in coolant system hosing.
Aug 2008 60000 mi US $300	Repair window regulator on right (passenger) window.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2009
Jul 2008 85000 mi US $500	one rear shock absorber leaked fluid, so replaced both rear shocks.
Sep 2008 88000 mi US $250	Coolant expansion tank had crack. was replaced.
Mar 2009 92000 mi US $700	Coolant leak: replace radiator. Service engine light: lean mixture & misfire codes. Problem traced to damaged upper intake boot. Part replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2011 - Dec 2012
Jul 2012 121500 mi US $100	Replaced Front Lower Control Arm Bushings.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2009 - Apr 2011
Apr 2009 85000 mi US $4	Bad stumble on fuel injectors caused misfire on 2 cylinders. No activation of CEL. Used quality fuel injector cleaner and full tank of premium gas and problem corrected self.
Dec 2009 97000 mi US $600	Replaced drivers side front axle assembly
Jan 2010 98000 mi US $500	Replace passenger side drive axle assembly

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2009 89000 mi US $567	The thermostat and sensor for the cooling system needed to be repaired. While doing that repair, old belts and hoses were replaced - maintenance items.

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BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2013 - Sep 2014
Mar 2014 112000 mi US $220	Vacuum lines were broken Rain molding came apart again.
Aug 2014 123600 mi	Window trim coming apart.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2014
Oct 2014 117000 mi US $725	Oxygen sensor problem could not get car to smog. Computer software update required.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States - Apr 2007
Apr 2007 72000 mi US $400	Had to replace my lower control arms, bushing which came out to be $400 in parts and did my own labor.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2014
Jan 2014 154000 mi US $1500	Drivers side window stopped working, car would not start, headlight covers fogged, reverse light not working, break pedal squeaking.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Jul 2012 - Apr 2016
Oct 2012 103500 mi US $750	Rough Idle and occasional dying when cold. Replaced ICV (Intake Control Valve). Jittery feedback in the steering wheel. Replaced front control arm bushings and got an alignment. Problem fixed.
Jan 2013 106300 mi US $150	Replaced fuel pump. Replaced DISA valve, aka adjuster unit. It sounded like a spray paint can being shaken when engine was running.
Mar 2013 108000 mi US $400	Pulley failed and serpentine belt shredded. Replaced mechanical tensioner with hydraulic tensioner. Replaced all pulleys, and both belts.
Jan 2014 108300 mi US $40	Leaking oil from engine bay. Replaced the engine's valve cover gasket. Fixed.
Apr 2016 140000 mi US $200	Radiator sprung a leak and was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Oct 2008 - Apr 2009
Apr 2009 46000 mi US $70	Second window regulator replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2012 - Jan 2015
Oct 2012 118000 mi	CAR IS IN SHOP NOW. SERVICE ENGINE. LITE ON PLUS control arm bushings, et rear axle mount
Feb 2013 135600 mi US $378	PCV valve
Sep 2013 157000 mi	Cooling system leak, replaced all system components ie expansion tank, radiator, and hoses, and a header. Leak fixed
Jan 2015 129000 mi US $1500	The repairs have not yet been done. The repair items are the water pump, power steering pump vacuum coupling and rebuilding the rack and pinion.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2013 - Dec 2013
Oct 2013 160800 mi	After cooling system overhaul car still overheats sporadically.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2007 - Sep 2021
Mar 2008 62000 mi C $220	Oil level sensor malfunctioned.
Apr 2008 64480 mi C $660	Leak coming from thermostat. Thermostat housing replaced. Head gasket leak.
Jul 2008 66340 mi C $300	Steering ball joints.
Oct 2009 74400 mi C $30	Replaced tail light bulb socket wiring harness plug, left rear tail light
Nov 2010 80260 mi C $7	Taillight failure warning due to poor ground design in tail lights. Spliced a second ground wire an attached to tail light cluster as per bimmerforum diy. $7 in parts and 10 minutes per side. Problem fixed.
Apr 2011 82460 mi C $150	check engine light activated by one malfunctioning oxygen sensor. both oxygen sensors replaced as a precaution. Repair successful.
Jan 2012 83040 mi C $36	Replaced hose leading to the secondary air injection pump. The hose hadn't failed but was in poor shape where it connected to the pump. I wasn't getting any warning/check engine lights showing yet.
Aug 2012 92880 mi C $1020	HVAN fan speed blowing erratically. Blower motor final stage resistor replaced Acc. Belt Tensioner / AC belt tensioner / Idler pulley replaced.
Mar 2013 98580 mi C $500	Oil pan gasket and the seal btwn the dip stick and block were weeping oil.
Mar 2016 114080 mi C $400	Valve cover gasket was seeping. Gasket was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2011
Jul 2010 210000 mi US $500	gaskets
Dec 2010 217000 mi US $100	Coil pack blown. Replaced.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2009 - Jan 2013
Aug 2009 98000 mi US $1700	Cooling system: Replaced cracked radiator surge container and broken air vent.
Oct 2010 105000 mi US $600	Cracked oil strainer caused vacuum leak engine not running correctly.
Jun 2011 108000 mi	replaced brake booster causing vacuum leak.
Nov 2011 116700 mi US $340	Oil leak from gasket between engine block and adapter for oil filter. Emissions control having to do with catalytic converter

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014 170000 mi US $2000	Engine had idling problems at low speeds. Frequent piston misfires.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2009 - Jan 2011
Jul 2009 110000 mi US $70	Thermometer for outside temperature
Aug 2009 95000 mi US $3000	Belts, Coolant(anti-freeze) system, wiper-fluid pump.
Dec 2009 118000 mi US $550	window regulators, front windows. they would not go up once they went down.
Jul 2010 126200 mi US $102	Clip attaching window to window regulator broke leading to a cracking noise when using driver window. It was a $2 part but $100 in labor. Kinda sickening but that's the price you pay to drive a BMW.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Dec 2007 - Jun 2015
Jul 2008 60000 mi US $544	"Found both rear coil springs broken during inspection.Replaced both.+33-53-575 16FRU." "C/S there is a right tail lamp message displayed at times but when checked the lamps are working.Bulletin 63-03-06 taillight grounds.Installed additional grounds to taillight.00 56 867 6FRU."
Nov 2008 64000 mi US $61	"Customer states he has a clunk under the car when he stops and again when he starts.Almost like a ball rolling around (in the trunk)".Control arm bushing "Customer states there is a downshift clunk when you come to a stop and start letting off the bra
Jun 2009 73000 mi US $134	"Clunk" in rear suspension described earlier revisited with independent tech who states: "Appears to be the beginning of the E46 subfame issue. Customer will monitor and await results of the class action law suit."
Jul 2009 74000 mi US $690	failed alternator
Jun 2011 93000 mi US $118	recharge A/C add compressor oil
May 2012 102800 mi US $7	The computer showed a false code. Dealer changed the real brake/turn signal bulbs anyway. It seems to have worked.
Nov 2013 118000 mi US $600	replace control arm bushings
Oct 2014 125700 mi US $1604	replace windshield washer pump. intake runner, plugs, breather and oil separator hose thermostat assembly

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Aug 2015 - Sep 2015
Aug 2015 134000 mi US $1100	Power steering Radiator

BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Sep 2011 - Dec 2012
Jan 2012 112000 mi US $150	Check transmission light came on
Mar 2012 114000 mi US $1800	Changed gasket, thermostat Power stearing pump replaced
Jul 2012 120800 mi US $1000	radiator crack, replaced radiator and expansion tank
Dec 2012 128000 mi US $700	belts, pulley broker. replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2009 - Dec 2011
Oct 2011 119000 mi US $400	Front ball joints

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Feb 2009 - Apr 2012
Mar 2012 110000 mi US $700	Cooling fan clutch broken

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 75000 mi US $800	Had to replace the thermometer because the AC didn't work.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States - Nov 2007
Nov 2007 96500 mi US $3700	Service II inspection, 4 new tires mounted and balanced, replaced AC compressor and dryer. Replaced headlamp lense due to fogging issue.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2010 - Jun 2011
Jan 2011 86180 mi C $350	Leaky coolant expansion tank Replace front right axle shaft. vibration noise when turning
Feb 2011 86480 mi C $225	Replace cvv or oil separator and associated hoses due to age (140000km). A small amount of gunk was seen inside oil separator. Hoses were hardened and one of them had a crack on it.
Mar 2011 88040 mi C $300	Replaced leaky cooling thermostat and cooling hose between thermostat and radiator Replaced leaky cooling thermostat and cooling hose between thermostat and radiator

BMW 3-Series in Rhode Island, United States Jan 2012 - Sep 2014
Feb 2012 148300 mi US $245	Thermostat replaced. Service code p0128.
Sep 2014 160000 mi US $600	Valve cover gasket replaced Replaced failing alternator Replaced broken rear spring

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 100000 mi US $200	we did not get it repaired yet. They wanted 1700 for the repair

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
Dec 2013 112000 mi US $500	The entire cooling system failed at the same time. Had to replace the thermostat, reservoir, fan clutch, hoses, & hot air valve after the thermostat failed on the freeway and the car began to overheat.
Sep 2014 130000 mi US $800	ICV broke, oil was spewing into exhaust

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Apr 2013 - Jan 2017
Sep 2014 115000 mi	Rear suspension is shot. Need to change struts. Left axle boot is leaking Coolant leaking Rattle coming from radio/center console Sunroof doesn't open. Inner part is stuck.
Feb 2016 127000 mi	Oil leak Right axle boot leaking again Secondary air flow reporting error code Steering boot leak
Nov 2016 125000 mi	Replaced intake sensor as engine would not start Windshield pump leaking bad All steering hoses leaking
Jan 2017	Engine Mounts need replacing

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States May 2007 - Jun 2011
Jun 2009 95000 mi US $1500	Alternator and starter
Aug 2009 97000 mi US $450	Leaking water pump
Dec 2009 100000 mi US $600	Window regulators.
Nov 2010 112000 mi US $1500	Sensors that control engine idle. Compressor not functioning properly.

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Aug 2016 - Dec 2017
Jul 2017 139398 mi US $200	Bosch remanufactured steering rack replaced control arm driver side window regulator failed
Sep 2017 13994 mi US $566	power steering failing, making creaking noises etc. replaced power steering pump and drive belts

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States - Feb 2009
Feb 2009 120000 mi US $90	Driver's side window regulator

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States May 2014 - Jun 2014
May 2014 151000 mi US $2300	Had random puffs of white smoke out the exhaust and slight loss of power. Replaced valve cover, valve cover gasket, oil filter housing. Problem is bad valve seals. Did not replace due to cost. Leaking coolant. Replaced thermostat.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2017
Apr 2013 89300 mi US $3800	Replaced AC system due to failing AC Compressor and Condenser Leak. Ventilation fan failing, replaced as well.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2011 - May 2013
Mar 2013 145000 mi US $850	Several coolant leaks found. Replaced expansion tank, radiator and valve cover gasket.

BMW 3-Series in Alaska, United States Jun 2017 - Sep 2021
Jul 2017 175000 mi US $4500	Replaced water pump, cooling fan and several hoses. Replaced front struts, steering rack, tie rod ends, power steering hoses, and sway bar links Replaced serpentine belt and all idler pulleys
May 2018 180000 mi US $150	Replaced entire crankcase ventilation system

BMW 3-Series in Louisiana, United States Nov 2011 - Jul 2015
Nov 2012 134000 mi US $250	Power seat motor replaced (Driver side)

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2012
Apr 2007 110000 mi US $500	Alternator failed
Oct 2010 156000 mi US $140	fuel pump failed
Dec 2011 188000 mi US $50	window regulator failed

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Aug 2003 - Jun 2011
Dec 2003 17900 mi	Replace exhaust camshaft position sensor Fix pass. seat rattle
Aug 2005 41200 mi	Replace mass airflow sensor
Feb 2006 48500 mi	Replace thermostat
Mar 2007 63500 mi US $208	Replace front sway bar link
Mar 2009 91000 mi	Rain rail separated and loose.
Jul 2009 96000 mi US $125	Replaced exterior window trim due to corrosion. Replaced driver's side mirror glass due to corrosion.
Sep 2009 96000 mi US $600	Replace worn front control arms and bushings.
Oct 2009 97000 mi US $25	Windshield wipers were not stopping in the full down position. Replaced the wiper relay.
Feb 2010 105000 mi US $100	CEL illuminated. Scan revealed failed radiator output temp sensor. Replaced sensor.
Sep 2010 109000 mi	Exterior door trim fell off and needed to be reattached.

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 29760 mi C $3000	front bushing needed repair. new tires.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Mar 2008 - Jun 2020
May 2010 84880 mi C $900	Suspension bushings worn
Oct 2010 89900 mi C $700	Dead battery replaced, alternator replaced
Jun 2013 124000 mi C $800	Valve cover gasket leak - replaced U joint was cracked - part replaced Rear bushings cracked, needed replacement
Aug 2013 126480 mi C $300	Hood would not open - latch inoperable Cables replaced, latches replaced
Aug 2014 139440 mi C $500	Rear shock leaking, replaced both
Mar 2015 146320 mi C $220	Valve Cover gasket oil leak - replace gasket
Oct 2016 166040 mi C $450	Intake manifold - valve not working causing engine to surge
May 2018 184140 mi C $300	Coolant recovery tank cracked, causing coolant leak

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Jul 2012 - Mar 2013
Sep 2012 72000 mi US $800	Lower control arms, Left and Right needed to be replaced. Bought the parts online, and had local shop do the work. Even then, it was $800. Hate to think what the dealer would have wanted.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2008 - May 2011
May 2011 77000 mi US $300	Left rear window actuator replaced. Interior A and C pillar trim replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Dec 2014 - Jul 2018
Dec 2014 99000 mi US $2700	Antilock brake module and Master cylinder leaking which caused passenger side brake caliper to sieze.
May 2015 109600 mi US $165	Oil fluid level sensor failed. Required new part and oil change to replace.
Jun 2015 109000 mi US $248	Driver's side window regulator failed for the second time. Had to be replaced.
Sep 2015 111000 mi US $555	The power steering pump failed and was replaced
Dec 2015 114000 mi US $80	Window regulator failed again. Rear facing clip broke off of cable.
Dec 2016 121000 mi	The electric thermostat failed and had to be replaced.
Apr 2017 130000 mi US $1350	The front suspension needed a rebuild. The struts and strut bearings were worn out and also replaced the sway bar links (right side worn out) and upgraded the sway bar bushings. Used H&R springs and Bilstein B8 performance plus struts and shocks. Upgraded the rear springs and shocks used Bavauto reinforcement plates and heavy duty shock mounts.
Jun 2017 131000 mi US $370	Expansion tank ruptured, replaced radiator hoses, tank and thermostat
Jul 2018 142000 mi US $89	replace entire steering rack and pinion

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Feb 2014 - Mar 2014
Mar 2014 147000 mi US $80	New plugs ABS speed sensor failed

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BMW 3-Series in South Africa May 2015 - Dec 2016
Apr 2016 102380 mi	Replaced thermostat.
Aug 2016 108520 mi R 19000	Losing water. Radiator was replaced, water bottle cracked by new thermostat. Dealer only waived labor charge, said that the failure was "normal." Replaced all ignition coils and spark plugs.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2006 - Mar 2010
Dec 2006 67000 mi US $310	Rear left side power windows broke.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States May 2015 - Apr 2017
Aug 2016 67000 mi US $428	Replaced Oxygen Sensor post catalytic, bank 2

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Nov 2009 - May 2011
May 2010 50000 mi US $160	Replaced Ignition coils, as original coils are known to deteriorate over time. I felt about a dozen misses over a 2000 mi drive. The dealer who looked at it recommended replacement, but couldnt cover it under warranty, cause it hadn't thrown a code.

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2014 - Jul 2022
Mar 2016 53000 mi US $14	The windshield washer pump was leaking. A service part and a short repair involving removing the passenger front wheelwell splash shield to access the part was all that was required. Not unheard of with 14yr old plastic seals.
Jun 2016 55000 mi US $25	One headlight bulb went out. I swapped front bulbs to confirm the incident, and replaced both with aftermarket Phillips headlight bulbs.
Jul 2022 88000 mi US $230	Misfires on cylinder 1 and 6, replaced all 6 coils and spark plugs as repair.

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 83000 mi US $800	vanos oil return line blew off, leaking oil all over engine and passenger side of engine bay into wheel well. Oil was dripping down to exhaust manifold causing it to burn off as well (lots of white smoke). line popped off on the highway

BMW 3-Series in Great Britain Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 54000 mi	Car needed new engine so brought a used one from BM spares. After engine replacement replaced Crank shaft sensor V common problem on these cars.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2010 - Dec 2015
Jun 2010 89000 mi US $1500	subframe cracked and bmw would not repair because crack was to small, had turner motor sport repair and strenghten subframe
Dec 2012 106000 mi US $1300	The abs light traction control stayed on. bleed brakes and put new fluid in, also had cooling flushed and replaced. door moldings fell off, replaced, total for this and other work 800 in parts and 500 in labor.
Jun 2014 130000 mi US $129	replaced spark plugs and coils
Apr 2015 132300 mi US $300	50-cent crush seal on vanos, rest labor; might have to replace vanos because of oil leak, fluid changes filter change

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2017 32000 mi US $250	Rear differential seal and pinion seal replaced to fix leaks.
Feb 2018 39569 mi US $3324	Brake fluid changed, AC and alternator belts, muffler hanger and rear trailing arm bushing replaced BMW Vanos (variable valve timing) system replaced with Dr. Vanos system (aftermarket).
Mar 2018 37158 mi US $240	Left front window regulator replaced
Jun 2018 38460 mi US $350	Replaced ignition coils and spark plugs
Aug 2018 39329 mi US $120	Right front wheel sensor replaced
Mar 2020 47544 mi US $1026	Front passenger airbag replaced in recall Front pads, sensors and rotors, rear pads and sensors replaced

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2008 - Jun 2012
Mar 2008 58674 mi US $460	Oil pan replaced due to over tightening of drain bolt. Stripped threads. Replaced both rear springs Replaced high pressure steering hose
Jun 2008 58688 mi	Replaced water pump/thermostat, under 90 warranty
Sep 2010 86018 mi US $2748	Replace failed VANOs
Oct 2010 87200 mi US $56	Replaced trim around shift. Badly scratched Window switch
Dec 2010 87000 mi US $123	Replaced cubby storage. Door very scratched
Feb 2011 89000 mi US $300	Repair exhaust hangers. Worn out and cracked.
Jul 2011 94300 mi US $350	Air conditioning was not blowing cold air.
Mar 2012 100000 mi US $800	Differential seal on right side

BMW 3-Series in District of Columbia, United States Jan 2011 - Feb 2014
Jun 2012 67000 mi US $1500	Water Pump and Fan was replaced along with the radiator.
Nov 2012 68300 mi US $100	Replace O2 sensor.
May 2013 69600 mi US $90	Temp gauge was not working.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States May 2014 - Jun 2018
Sep 2014 114000 mi US $30	Leak from wiper fluid
Sep 2015 121000 mi US $15	Rubber exhaust hanger broke and needed to be replaced

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2011 - Jul 2012
Dec 2011 133000 mi US $325	Constant Pressure Valve needed to be replaced. $30 part, and needed $45 worth of tools to complete. Replaced fluid in Differential. Was making a grinding noise. Replaced with BMW Genuine fluid.
Jul 2012 135000 mi US $30	Replaced wiring harness for front driver's seat belt tensioner.

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States May 2014 - Apr 2015
Feb 2015 238000 mi US $50	Idler pulley seized up went to auto parts store and replaced it at home. Easy fix. Replaced suspension with coilovers as the suspension was getting old and worn and wanted to upgrade to adjustable height and dampening.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States May 2013 - Mar 2016
Oct 2013 115200 mi US $750	replace worn front springs and rear control arm
Dec 2013 116000 mi US $200	Rear Trunk Handle Separated from Trunk
May 2014 116600 mi US $500	Left front wheel bearing
Feb 2015 120000 mi US $500	Leak from power steering hose Brake caliper was sticking and needed to be rebuilt/replaced Torn front axle boots
Jul 2015 123000 mi	Blown Rear Speaker Sagging interior liner

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2008 - Nov 2015
Aug 2008 42000 mi US $500	Dying alternator killed battery as well.
Feb 2009 45000 mi US $325	Rear end felt loose during hard cornering. Research pointed to worn out RTABs, a known failure point on these cars (too much slop between bushing and trailing arm flange). Replaced with Powerflex RTABs by my mechanic. Rear end feels a lot more planted.
Mar 2011 56000 mi	Both window trims have delaminated. Very common problem on E46 coupes. Trim expands in heat and shears off adhesive. New trim material corrects issue. Dealer wants $1050 to replace old trim. Attempting to have BMWNA cover cost.
Apr 2011 57000 mi US $300	AC stopped blowing cold air. Final Stage Unit (FSU) replaced.
Nov 2011 59000 mi US $800	Replaced drooping interior door trim on both sides. Well known problem on early E46 coupes due to differing rates of thermal expansion between rubber portion (pinch sensor) of trim and fabric portion of trip, shearing the adhesive between . Replaced high pitch horn. And low pitch horn while we were at it. Replaced PS wiper arm due to poor wiper performance on that side despite trying new blades and bending old arm to make better contact with windshield.
Feb 2013 62000 mi US $75	Replaced windshield washer pump that was leaking and causing a low fluid condition.
Aug 2014 64000 mi US $130	Rear view mirror electroluminant element started to cloud (known issue with the round mirrors). Elected to have it repaired by Radar-Mirror.com rather than have it replaced by OEM (not sure if that's still an option).
Nov 2015 65000 mi	Passenger side door fails to reliably unlock outside handle remotely. Interior handle still works. BMW Tech said that lock control module needs to be replaced. Apparently there's a module for everything in a BMW.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2007 - Jan 2016
Jun 2007 63000 mi US $100	Front bumper support cracked, required replacement. Part was $15
Sep 2008 87000 mi US $400	Valve adjustment.
Sep 2009 107000 mi US $200	Passenger window fails to roll down; disassembled door to fix.
Feb 2010 113500 mi US $100	Ignition coil replaced, spark plugs & fuel filter replaced.
Nov 2010 126700 mi US $10	Broken left front anti-roll bar mount.
Nov 2011 136500 mi US $3900	valve adjust, variable cam solenoid, oil leak repair, power steering leak repair, window washer repair, bumper repair.
Jan 2012 137300 mi US $20	service light came on again; apparently cam position solenoid replacement part failed. mechanic is researching similar failures to determine best course.
Jun 2012 139000 mi US $150	Ignition coil needed replacement
Apr 2013 143200 mi US $1000	Exhaust cam timing
Sep 2013 145000 mi	Vanos adjustment. Mechanic misadjusted vanos on reassembly during earlier repair.
Jun 2014 153000 mi US $2400	replace alternator, battery frame cracking at swaybar mount passenger door lock actuator replaced
Sep 2015 166000 mi US $600	replaced front wheel bearing broken upper a-arm, rear
Jan 2016 141000 mi	sunroof shade stuck/broken. also, seats worn.

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2011 - May 2014
Jul 2012 93000 mi US $2200	SMG pump failure

BMW 3-Series in South Africa May 2010 - Jul 2012
Apr 2010 40002 mi R 400	Input shaft seal into differential leaking. Seal replaced. Rubber drive shaft coupling replaced.
Jul 2010 42540 mi R 1000	RR shock lost damping. Decided to install aftermarket suspension to fix the problem.
Nov 2011 60140 mi R 100	Central locking not actuating the unlock function. Door lock unit needed to be replaced. Windscreen washer nozzles had failed and needed replacing.
Feb 2012 63860 mi	Boot lid handle mountings failed. Super glued mounts back in and re-attached handle. Interior trim around door seal on the inside of the car coming off. Pushed back into position but not glued. Input shaft seal on differential leaking. Seal replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Belgium Dec 2009 - Sep 2010
Jan 2010 83080 mi	automatic level control xenon headlights- electrical stepper motor broken
May 2010 84940 mi €900	Alternator broke down and empty battery

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2022
Apr 2016 47000 mi	Oil Leak....not yet found. Put dye in system. Think it's the S54's relief valve sticking open from time to time. Looking for an oil leak.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 79000 mi US $1200	Check engine light came on. Took it to BMW dealer. They replaced an emission control unit (a $500 part, I think), and performed a BMW inspection I. Total cost $1200 to $1500 (I've forgotten the exact price.)

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2010
Sep 2010 142000 mi US $3000	Torque converter, control arm bushings water pump

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2012
Oct 2011 102000 mi	Replaced front control arm bushings and sway bar end links.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 89000 mi US $400	Coolant tank cracked and needed replacement.

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2010 - Jul 2013
Dec 2010 130000 mi US $200	The adjusting valve or "disa" valve was leaking air causing a check engine light. Replaced disa valve.
Mar 2012 136000 mi US $1000	Front control arms + bushings, rear trailing arm bushings, water pump + belts, water pump pulley. passenger side kidney grill fell out due to plastic tabs breaking off. probably due to being ten years old. replaced grill with new from BMW dearer for $55. Very easy repair; just pushes into place.
Dec 2012 142000 mi US $106	The shifter was getting sloppy so I bought a short shift kit to fix that. Also changed out the trans fluid - 1.3 quarts. This is a manual transmission.
Mar 2013 147000 mi US $1056	Replaced worn out tires and rear trailing arm ball joints. Aligned car after new tires and repairs
May 2013 148000 mi US $65	The climate control interior fans quit working. Replaced final stage fan resistor pack to repair. Common repair on these cars - this unit replaced the original one - it lasted more than ten years before it failed.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 104000 mi US $60	thermostat
Jan 2011 112000 mi US $112	Replace water pump not due to malfunction, annoying sound appeared. Car was drivable before the repair.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2010 - Mar 2011
Feb 2011 88400 mi US $67	Idler pulley broke while driving. Replaced pulley and belts Idler pulley broke while driving. Replaced pulley and both belts
Mar 2011 88400 mi	Two struts leaking when sold. TPMS system problem but was never diagnosed or fixed.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2018
Feb 2012 193400 mi US $110	expansion tank leak water pump leak
Jan 2013 214000 mi US $560	Steering angle sensor failed.
Dec 2013 238000 mi US $160	Fuel pump failure, replaced. radiator small leak, replaced.
Jan 2014 198800 mi US $150	alternator failed
Sep 2014 254000 mi US $500	left rear wheel bearing replacement
Oct 2014 254000 mi US $150	Replaced dead 5.5 year old battery
Dec 2016 302000 mi US $125	loose steering, replaced worn tie rods. replaced steering coupler. Sway bar bushing replaced. Front control arms replaced, lower control arm bushings replaced. Rear trailing arm bushings replaced. Rear sway bar bushings and rear sway bar links replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2012
Apr 2011 135000 mi US $100	Bad front sway bar end links and control arm bushings, replaced with OEM sway bar end links and poly control arm bushings.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2013
Mar 2012 124000 mi US $375	Replaced front control arms and control arm bushings (CABs)
Aug 2012 126700 mi US $400	Replaced front struts.
Nov 2012 129200 mi	Service Engine Soon (SES) light activated. Codes p0171 and p0174= lean on both banks.
Mar 2013 130000 mi US $650	Strut bearings needed to be replaced. Intermittent Service Engine Soon (SES) light for "lean on both banks".

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Sep 2014 - Dec 2015
Sep 2014 76000 mi	clutch replacement water pump and thermostat replacement

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Oct 2015 - Feb 2021
Nov 2015 97500 mi US $930	Alternator replaced
Jan 2016 98300 mi US $325	Gap between driver's window and B-pillar causing wind noise. Body shop replaced regulator. Gap still present.
Nov 2016 103500 mi US $300	HVAC blower periodically stopped working. Replaced blower motor resistor.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States - Dec 2008
Nov 2008 58000 mi US $200	HVAC Control unit going bad. AC blower working intermittent, then would not turn off after shutting down car.
Dec 2008 60000 mi US $800	Replace Control arm bushings. Front suspension was feeling loose and nosy on driveways and bumps

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Aug 2005 - Mar 2010
Jan 2005 31000 mi	Faulty ignition coil repaired under warranty.
May 2005 32860 mi	Driver's seat heating element repaired under warranty.
Jan 2009 45880 mi C $240	Thermostat replaced.
Mar 2009 46500 mi C $300	HVAC Final Stage Resistor (fan speed control) replaced.
Apr 2009 46810 mi C $300	Front control arm bushings replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada Sep 2012 - Jun 2018
May 2013 79320 mi C $865	Replace worn out front control arm bushings Replace faulty thermostat
Jun 2013 80600 mi C $205	Replaced rubber intake boots, rebuilt DISA valve Replaced front stabiliser bar end links
Jul 2013 80900 mi C $372	Electric cooling fan failed
Aug 2013 82000 mi C $137	Faulty exhaust can position sensor
Feb 2014 87400 mi C $1800	Oil separator failure. Replaced entire crankcase ventilation system, intake manifold gasket, valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket, VANOS oil line. Thermostat leaking; replaced under part warranty.
Apr 2014 88440 mi C $189	Replaced faulty intake camshaft position sensor.
Mar 2015 99200 mi C $750	Replaced broken windshield wiper linkage. Replace leaking windshield cowl trim (leaky gaskets caused wiper linkage to corrode and seize up) Replaced worn-out front control arms Replace rear trailing arm bushings. Intended as preventive (I installed polyurethane bushings instead of the stock rubber bushings), but the rubber in driver side bushing was in fact tearing apart. Other worn out parts had masked this. Replaced accessory belts
May 2015 101060 mi C $260	Replaced broken driver's door lock actuator unit.
Aug 2016 114080 mi C $353	Replace seized front brake calipers, preventively replaced front brake lines
Feb 2017 119040 mi C $1125	Replace failed valve cover gasket after CCV clogged Replace leaking shift rod and output shaft seals
Jan 2018 127720 mi C $1600	Replaced failed valve cover; replaced failing accessory belt tensioners and idler pulleys.
Jun 2018 132060 mi C $50	Replaced faulty brake pad wear sensors

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2014 - Apr 2015
Dec 2014 160000 mi US $300	Left front caliper went bad

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jul 2010 - Oct 2018
Apr 2011 129000 mi US $1057	pulleys and accessory drive belts
Aug 2012 149800 mi US $165	power steering reservoir and hoses replaced
Nov 2012 152800 mi US $89	outside temp. sensor replaced
Mar 2013 157000 mi US $654	alternator not functioning, replaced.
Jun 2013 160000 mi US $465	fuel pump failed, replaced
Oct 2013 164700 mi US $300	oil filter housing replaced
Feb 2015 180700 mi US $287	replaced intake cam sensor and coolant temp switch
Oct 2015 188300 mi US $2416	replaced rear shocks, front struts, front control arms & bushings replaced water pump, thermostat, tensioner pulley, main serpentine belt
Apr 2016 192300 mi US $1225	Oxygen sensors, crankcase vent kit, DISA valve
May 2016 193400 mi US $457	Secondary air pump and EGR valve replaced.
Feb 2017 200183 mi US $1115	Bad ABS/DSC control unit -- replaced along with two brake pressure switches and the brake master cylinder
May 2017 203000 mi US $1300	Replaced catalytic converters with used units

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2010 - Sep 2016
May 2012 74680 mi C $600	replaced thermostat DISA valve flap making noise
Sep 2012 76880 mi C $250	Replace idler pulley
Nov 2012 77380 mi C $1000	replace expansion tank
Jul 2013 79560 mi C $600	replaced crankcase ventilation valve (high oil consumption) and one (1) ignition coil
Dec 2014 84320 mi C $800	Replace thermostat Replace engine valve gaskets
Feb 2015 84320 mi C $420	Diagnose and replace upper radiator hose
Jan 2016 80000 mi C $1600	Replace power steering high pressure hose Leaking radiator
May 2016 92380 mi C $400	Oil filter housing leak. Replace gasket.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 78000 mi US $140	Outside Air Temp. sensor. Common breakage with the E46 as it is subject to impact from snow and ice.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Oct 2012 - May 2013
Dec 2012 97000 mi US $75	Power Window switch

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BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Aug 2011 - Feb 2015
Nov 2011 88000 mi US $475	Replaced water pump
Dec 2011 89000 mi	Car ran very rough then stalled and wouldn't re-start. Had to be towed to shop. Started and ran perfectly the next day. No computer codes! Shop tech. put 100 miles on the car trying to duplicate the problem. No luck.
Oct 2012 92500 mi US $500	Replaced fuel pump. Working perfectly when the car was being driven. The problem only occured when starting the car. It wouldn't start at all or started and ran very rough at low idle.
May 2013 101000 mi US $1500	Cooling Ststem: Plastic Tanks cracked under coolant fill cap and on radiator. Replaced tank and radiator/tank. Surprised BMW makes these thermally stressed coolant tanks out of plastic... Cheap to make expensive to fix...
Feb 2015 121000 mi	Water pump replaced 8/14 failed and leaked resulting in coolant loss, engine overheated badly, head warped, head gasket blew,coolant flow into cylinder, engine totaled. Giving car to charity.Cost to replace engine (used)= value of car :(

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BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Dec 2020 - Feb 2022
Apr 2021 180000 mi	Replaced both intake hoses due to CEL Passenger airbag recall
Aug 2021 183000 mi US $92	New RR caliper which cause a brake pad failure where the wear material fell off. New pads & caliper
Sep 2021 185000 mi US $35	Reseal and remount trunk mounted taillights, reattach C pillar trim fabric. Replaced failed parking brake handle. Would no longer engage.

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States Apr 2009 - Jul 2015
Aug 2014 168000 mi US $550	Differential bushing
Sep 2014 169000 mi US $13	Expansion tank cap replaced. The plastic at the second o-ring had broken. Leaving one intact o-ring.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2018
Mar 2013 53000 mi US $200	One exhaust system mounting bracket replaced. Bluetooth pairing button broke.
Jun 2018 70000 mi US $1600	Airbag module malfunction. New BMW part had to be procured - $650. Balance was labor and cost of removing an aftermarket airbag on/off switch for the passenger's seat.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2011

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2011
Dec 2010 62000 mi US $800	Bad CV joint in driveshaft. Replaced driveshaft assy

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Jul 2011 - Sep 2011
Aug 2011 78300 mi US $750	Freeze expansion plug blew out of engine, leaked oil from cylinders onto exhaust assy.

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2010 - Aug 2011
Mar 2010 70000 mi US $4000	Transmission needed replacement
Jun 2010 71000 mi US $150	Oil leak from oil level sensor.
Jun 2011 85000 mi US $650	oil level sensor leaking; 4th time replaced
Jul 2011 85300 mi US $700	Shocks/struts/bushings replaced b/c badly worn; broken front sway bar end link replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2016 - Apr 2017
Apr 2016 159000 mi	Coil was misfiring. Had to install a new coil.
Jun 2016 160000 mi	Replaced Cam Filter sensor and housing

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2016 - Dec 2016
Nov 2016 71300 mi US $600	Lock actuator needed to be replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States May 2010 - Dec 2011
Jul 2010 77000 mi US $800	Conv. top would not close, big poblem since it would open no problem but had to go to manual mode to close. seems there should be a override for this as the motor was not reading lockdown when it opened but so it wouldnt close.

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Aug 2016 - Jun 2017
Aug 2016 126000 mi US $420	oil leak in common area for m54 engine; oil filter housing gasket replaced. also preventive maintenance replaced pre and post o2 sensors.

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States May 2012 - Sep 2012
May 2012 109000 mi US $1825	Hydraulic cylinder line for automatic convertible top had a leak. Had to buy entire cylinder for this one line repair.
Sep 2012 110000 mi	Shop inspection found broken springs, $1000 estimate to fix. Leak around crankcase: no estimate; needed further exploration. Leak around seal that had been recently replaced: $400

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Feb 2015 - Oct 2015
Mar 2015 111000 mi US $30	Thermostat replacement
Jun 2015 112000 mi US $100	Power Steering pump was tired, replaced with used unit from junk yard. Battery replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2017 - Sep 2018
Dec 2017 100000 mi US $7000	New clutch (preventive - original clutch had not failed New shocks New pads

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Apr 2013 - Sep 2013
May 2013 85000 mi US $900	valve seal damage engine temp sensor damaged

BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States Mar 2009 - Jan 2022
Jul 2009 77000 mi US $536	right and left front suspension Lower Control Arm bushings
Sep 2010 91000 mi US $695	Headlight control module replaced. Consists of three switches and computerized power supply. Expensive !!!
Jul 2012 109200 mi US $600	Replace rubber air intake passages. Original equipment age cracked. Leaking headlight washer, draining entire windshield/headlight washer reservoir.
Jun 2013 116000 mi US $1028	Final Stage Resistor (AC fan speed and temp control) replaced Replace window regulators, both doors. Window drop function not working, and window alignment out of spec. Two window lift assemblies replaced.
Sep 2013 119000 mi US $346	Seat belt drooping, getting hung in power seat track and/or closed in door. Replace drivers side seat belt and retractor mechanism, so belt retracts properly.
Sep 2014 130000 mi US $4982	Clear coat on hood fogged and flaking, rest of car dulling with age. Repainted in factory color with subtle "true flames" ghosted in pearl on nose, hood and front sides. Front seats reupholstered in matching leather. Very nicely done!
Mar 2016 138000 mi US $800	Intermittent misfire, replaced three ignition coils. Drivers side seat would not adjust, replaced fore-aft power seat motor.
Sep 2017 141409 mi US $429	Windshield washer system inoperative.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Mar 2009 - Sep 2018
Sep 2009 45000 mi US $350	Replace worn door mechanism on driver's side. Check engine warning light, reset.
Dec 2009 47000 mi	Drive side door not unlocking, fixed.
Dec 2013 68000 mi US $600	Exhaust system. Brakes redone. New wheels and tires. Regular maintenance. Total of $6,000.
Mar 2015 85000 mi US $500	Windscreen washer pump. Took three trips to get repaired
Dec 2015 92000 mi US $600	Windscreen washer pump. Took 4 repairs to finally fix!
Apr 2017 102000 mi US $500	Replace controller for door locks with second hand part.
Jun 2017 104000 mi	Replace controller for door locks with second hand part - tried 2 more times and ended up with replacing the original part and removing the fuse. The doors don't unlock remotely, but at least work manually

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Jun 2011 - Jul 2022
Apr 2017 64250 mi US $188	Water pump failed. Part was under warranty, only cost was coolant. Valve cover gasket VANOS Seals replaced, symptoms were lack of power at low RPM Front pads and rotors. First time replacement

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2009 - Mar 2012
Feb 2010 86000 mi US $450	Replaced engine thermostat following "Service Engine Soon" light.
Mar 2010 86000 mi US $450	Replaced engine thermostat as result of "Service Engine Soon" warning light.
Sep 2011 98000 mi US $148	Replaced dead battery (AAA)

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jan 2006 - Sep 2013
Dec 2006 42000 mi	The nut on top of the spring tower came loose and make a loud noise over bumps. It just needed to be tightened.
Sep 2010 125000 mi US $1000	Replaced control arms, bushings in L&R front plus alignment.

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
Jan 2016 101000 mi US $300	Replaced passenger side inner and outer tie rod.

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Nov 2014 - Jun 2022
Jul 2015 123700 mi US $200	I had to replace the alternator which stopped charging the battery.
Aug 2015 126000 mi US $50	I had to replace a leaky valve cover gasket. The blower motor for hvac system stopped working, and I replaced the motor resistor to fix the problem.
Sep 2016 135000 mi US $150	The cooling system expansion tank ruptured and caused a massive loss of coolant. I removed and replaced the tank. For peace of mind, I also purchased a new coolant level sensor which mounts in the bottom of the tank.
May 2017 137500 mi US $65	I replaced a part called the steering guibo which is a connector with a rubber damper that is between the steering column and steering rack. The rubber in the old connector had worn and was loose. This was noted by excessive play in the steering wheel before any steering forces were applied to the steering rack.
Oct 2017 143000 mi US $125	I had misfire codes for 2 cylinders, replaced the spark plugs with no change in the problems. I then changed the ignition coils for those same 2 cylinders and the error codes, and rough engine problems were solved.
May 2021 154000 mi US $1650	Shop noted broken rear spring during PM and NY state inspection. Both springs replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States May 2013 - May 2020
Aug 2013 127000 mi US $1100	fuel pump failed
Jun 2014 141000 mi US $1200	oil leak transmission leak
Nov 2014 146600 mi US $300	oil leak
Feb 2016 163300 mi US $740	replaced radiator and fan
Mar 2016 163000 mi US $180	window regulator replaced
Jun 2016 169000 mi US $180	convertible top
Sep 2016 173000 mi US $350	part replaced.
Feb 2017 177000 mi US $180	replaced valve cover gasket
Jun 2017 181000 mi US $200	replaced thermostat per check engine codes

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Mar 2015 131000 mi US $127	replaced fuel pump under back seat of car, took about 30 mins. to do.
Mar 2016 143000 mi US $250	replaced both inner and outer tie rods on both front sides.

BMW 3-Series in Louisiana, United States Oct 2015 - Sep 2016
Sep 2016 212000 mi US $22	Stiff steering. Flushed power steering fluid. Helped but did not resolve problem. Possibly have worn/bad shock mount bearing(s)

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BMW 3-Series in France Oct 2016 - Sep 2018
Dec 2016 101680 mi €200	fuel pump dead
Apr 2017 133300 mi €100	the door lock actuator was replaced
Jun 2018 139500 mi €660	DISA broken

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BMW 3-Series in Hawaii, United States Aug 2006 - Mar 2010
Oct 2006 51000 mi US $325	Final stage resistor needs to be replaced. AC went out one night, and mysteriously came back like nothing ever happened. Both service advisor at dealer and mechanic at a different shop said it was the blower resistor(something like that). although the
Nov 2006 54000 mi US $700	dead alternator

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2011 - Jul 2012
Jul 2011 150000 mi US $160	Headlight stopped working, bulb replaced and wiring fixed
Aug 2011 151000 mi US $450	Engine mounts replaced
Dec 2011 155000 mi US $30	Drivers front grill fell off Passenger front signal light started working intermittently, then stopped all together due to lose wiring
Jun 2012 166000 mi US $700	Drive belt broke and was replaced. Radiator replaced
Jul 2012 166000 mi US $650	Noise in front right wheel, replaced ball joint & noise is gone

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012 10000 mi	worn clutch.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 149000 mi US $500	Alternator went at 148,000 miles.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
Jul 2011 74000 mi US $185	Grill part missing

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 62000 mi US $600	Alternator failure.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 123000 mi US $2000	Bought car from dealership in March, discovered problems. Legal settlement reached and dealer agreed to pay for the replacement of all parts needing repair. Include oil leaks.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States May 2010 - Oct 2010
Jun 2010 181000 mi	WATER IN FRONT PASSENGER FOOT WELL, VAPOR BARRIER BLAMMED AND REPAIRED LAST 3 TIMES WITH SAME PROBLEM. PROBLEM STILL EXISTS BUT THEY COULD NOT REPLICATE.
Oct 2010 187000 mi US $5000	Transfer Case has too much "play" as do the 2 axles on the front of the car, (all-wheel 330xi) told that it will be a catastrophic failure, will get exponentially worse, and then fail, soon. This problem rarely happens per the dealer.

BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Aug 2013 - Aug 2013
Aug 2013 135000 mi US $630	Replace alternator

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BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Nov 2008 - Nov 2014
Apr 2009 38000 mi US $1600	Glass hatch on wagon shorted and would not open at the hatch. Would trigger by itself though (shorted). Rear coil spring broke. Rear pair replaced.
Jun 2009 39000 mi US $60	Low refrigerant in AC. Added refridgerant and hissing noise during operation stopped.
Aug 2009 40000 mi US $100	Auto transmission shifted abruptly downshifting from 2-1. Updated transmission and engine software from original versions to current (software was 4 revs old).
Jun 2011 56000 mi US $900	A/C compressor and dryer were leaking R134A. Replaced both units with OEM grade (not factory) parts and recharged system.
Jul 2011 56000 mi US $150	Replaced window regulator
May 2012 63300 mi US $370	Cam position sensor failed. Engine hesitated near idle and had reduced power. Check engine light was illuminated.
Sep 2012 64000 mi US $450	Replaced front control arm bushing Sticking front caliper
Jun 2014 82000 mi US $700	Thermostat and lower coolant hose were leaking.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Oct 2012 - Dec 2012
Nov 2012 162000 mi US $520	Replaced belt tensioner, DISA valve

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2010 - Feb 2011
Dec 2010 79000 mi US $1200	Fuel filter, crankcase breather valve assembly, fuel tank purge valve. Installed customer supplied headlight lenses. Front crank seal.
Jan 2011 79000 mi US $1020	Mass Airflow Sensor and fuel filter replaced. Motor mounts and transmission mounts replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Apr 2011 - Nov 2013
Oct 2013 100000 mi US $240	Dead alternator

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2016
Sep 2012 170000 mi US $100	Rear wiper repeatedly opened on its own while driving. The exterior switch was bad due to water leakage.
Mar 2013 180000 mi US $425	Replaced rear shocks, rear springs, and upper shock mounts.
Mar 2015 214000 mi US $25	Rusty exhaust let go between the cat and rear exhaust. Drilled out rusty fasteners and temporarily fixed with random hardware.
Dec 2016 249700 mi	Engine would not start. A compression check revealed multiple bad cylinders. Something failed inside that scattered debris which destroyed multiple cylinders.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2014
Sep 2013 141000 mi US $50	Brake Fluid Flush
Apr 2014 148000 mi US $120	Fuel Pump replaced

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2022
May 2022 101000 mi US $675	Replace radiator, water pump, expansion tank & hoses

BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Jun 2008 - Dec 2012
Sep 2009 77000 mi	Left front control arm. Two window regulators.
Jan 2011 88000 mi US $1000	broken rear springs (2) replaced
Sep 2012 100000 mi US $100	Idle problem

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Feb 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014 247000 mi US $125	Exhaust camshaft sensor

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BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Dec 2009 - Nov 2010
Aug 2010 147000 mi US $200	Worn rear shocks blown after carrying a large load in the back. Replaced with Bilsteins- done myself

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009 63000 mi US $420	Ignition coils failed/failing. Bought new coils and spark plugs and installed them. Rough idle/igniton missfire symptoms cured.
Dec 2010 75000 mi US $250	Problem - Worn control arm bushings. Ordered new bushings myself. These were then installed by my indy mechanic.
Apr 2011 79000 mi US $600	Serpentine belt broke. Towed car to shop. Shop replaced 2 idler pulleys, s. belt, water pump, coolant, rad. bleed screw. Had shop replace rear rotors and pads (wear item) while the car was there.

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BMW 3-Series in Nebraska, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2011
Jun 2009 95000 mi US $500	Oil leak at valve cover gasket bolt seals.
Jan 2010 US $500	Front sway bar end links have rubber bushings that wear out and produce noises when going over bumps valve cover gaskets leaks near front (no. 1) - replaced gasket and rubber bolt grommets Window washer fluid leaks at motor. Motor still worked but fluid drips out of valve assembly. Replaced motor and strainer/grommet.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018 138000 mi US $580	Head gasket blown between cylinders 5 and 6, no compression. Replaced head gasket as well as other gaskets and hoses during the repair.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 66000 mi US $750	Belt tensioner bearings failed. Valve cover gasket leaked.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jul 2011
Oct 2009 66000 mi US $240	VANOS oil supply line leaking - replaced

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Mar 2010 - Jul 2014
Apr 2010 184000 mi US $1500	Power steering hose leaking. Reservoir and hose replaced. axle boot. Fan clutch, belts, tension pulleys
Feb 2011 196000 mi US $719	The wheel bearings were replaced on the rear wheels. He also re-attached the washer fluid hose, banged some trim back into place, replaced the oil cap, wiper blades, and changed the oil.
Aug 2011 200000 mi US $590	Motor mount replacement. Evaporator core leak. Too expensive to fix, so just charged the AC.
Apr 2012 209000 mi US $1450	Alternator light on. Could not hold a charge with new battery. Replaced alternator. Rear shocks replaced. Pulleys and belts replaced.
Feb 2013 219300 mi US $1300	Oil pan gasket leaking. Replaced. Headlamp replaced. Oil changed.
Jun 2013 225000 mi US $1500	Oil filter housing leaking.Vacuum leak. Power steering hoses leaking.
Jul 2014 247000 mi	Oil leak. Temperature sensor. Vacuum leak. Coolant leak. Headlight electrical issue.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2014 - Jun 2022
Sep 2018 78120 mi C $235	windshield washer fluid pump replacement
May 2022 83080 mi C $250	Oil level sensor

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 76000 mi US $5	Loose steering, traced system, tighten steering link to rack, adjust rack tension for slack, checked alingement no toe, adjusted toe to 1/8"-3/16" toe in, steering corrected, steering smooth stright, corrected air pressure for climate. Loose steering, traced system, tighten steering link to rack, adjust rack tension for slack, checked alingement no toe, adjusted toe to 1/8"-3/16" toe in, steering corrected, steering smooth stright, corrected air pressure for climate.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2007 - Aug 2011
Dec 2007 64000 mi	I brought it in for increasingly loose steering. They determined it was due to the front control arms which need to be replaced. I had neither the time nor the money. They said it wasn't urgent since the wheels don't 'shimmy' on braking yet.
Mar 2008 65000 mi US $1200	Replaced both front control arms, tightened steering, re-alignment. (Also transmission fluid change. Lubricated sticking sunroof.
Jul 2008 67000 mi US $1200	New blower motor and oil change.
Nov 2009 74000 mi US $200	Loose steering. Tightened control arms and steering linkages. Flushed power steering fluid. Marginal improvement, but not fully repaired. Keeping wheel in full up position also helps.
Dec 2009 74000 mi US $600	Coolant tank rupture. Engine overheated. Coolant tank, pump, hoses, replaced. Oil leak detected in oil pan. Gasket replacement postponed.
Jan 2010 76100 mi US $90	Oil indicator yellow warning. Believed faulty sensor or bad oil pump causing low oil pressure. Oil level not a factor, even with known slow oil leak. Waiting for next oil change to replace sensor, pump, and pan gasket. Engine misfired. But no problem after restart, and could not replicate.
Apr 2010 75000 mi US $1400	Coolant leak again, hose ruptured after system was replaced previously. Took to dealer instead of local guy this time. They found errors in his installation. Found slow leak in power steering system, replaced tube/hose.
Aug 2010 77000 mi US $310	Driver's side window regulator. Second time replaced. First replaced around 2005.
Apr 2011 79200 mi US $3995	Vacuum hose leaky causing improper fuel mixture. Steering column re-built with new bushings to take 'play' out of the steering. Defective oil pressure sensor had to be replaced. Oil light was continuously lit. All four interior pillar covers replaced (fabric falling off), roof alarm sensor bracket replaced (broken for a couple of years now). Driver side external mirror replaced after becoming discolored/oxidized, hard to see through. Front kidney grilles broke and fell out. Had to be replaced.
Jun 2011 80000 mi US $437	Replaced the oil filter housing gasket after 'heavy leak' was found by mechanic when car was in shop for brake service.
Aug 2011 80000 mi	Wanted new control arms...again! Terrible rattle. Finally done with the damn car. 80k miles and I've spent so much its cheaper to have a car payment. I will never own another bimmer out of warranty. I won't own another BMW for a while.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Jul 2013 - Jan 2015
May 2014 112900 mi US $5	Bleed screw for cooling system cracked in half and caused the car to overheat.
Jan 2015 111000 mi US $35	Vapor barriers on all 4 doors were lifting at bottom of doors

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2013 - Oct 2013
Apr 2013 144500 mi US $250	Oil Separator Valve

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2009 - May 2010
Mar 2010 82000 mi	Valve cover gasket. Motor mounts. Turn signal short.

BMW 3-Series in Bulgaria Dec 2015 - Jun 2016
Jan 2016 $50	Plastic intake boot and adjoining vacuum hose were old (original 2001 parts) and had cracked causing unmetered air intake which caused a minor rich condition.

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 83000 mi	window regulator, used zip ties to hold metal piece in place due to plastic clips breaking.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2014
Jun 2009 110000 mi US $100	Window regulator
Nov 2009 115000 mi US $100	Oil level sensor replacement
Jan 2010 116000 mi US $1000	gasket replacement
Jul 2010 118300 mi US $800	2 window regulators
Mar 2011 126000 mi US $700	Replaced fuel pump.
Apr 2014 144000 mi US $60	Fan resistor replaced
Jun 2014 144000 mi US $1100	Cooling fan AND radiator

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Mar 2012 - Jul 2012
Jun 2012 119000 mi US $95	Accessory belt bearings where worn and cause a low rattle noise in the engine bay. Parts were replaced and haven't had a problem since. I just got in the car to drive it home from my mechanic's shop after they concluded the previous repair. After the engine ran for about 1 minute, the Service Engine Soon light came on. My mechanic said my idle control valve needed cleaning

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Dec 2014 - Mar 2016
Jan 2015 US $1300	Replaced worn: Front control arm bushing Rear trailing arm bushing Front sway bar bushing Replaced power steering supply/return hoses.
Sep 2015 103000 mi US $680	Left front and left rear window regulators.

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Aug 2007 - May 2010
Dec 2009 114000 mi US $480	Hose to power steering reservoir ruptured and caused damage to reservoir. Both were replaced.
Jan 2010 116000 mi US $47	Upper radiator hose began to leak from bleed screw. Found a crack, so replaced.
Feb 2010 118000 mi US $315	Cooling system overhaul. All hoses, expansion tank and water pump replaced. Expansion tank was found to be cracked and leaking at base.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2018
Aug 2007 104000 mi US $15	Cracked rubber intake boot letting unmetered air into engine causing check engine light. Replaced lower intake boot, cleared code.
Dec 2008 128000 mi US $60	Thermostat failed open. Replaced thermostat and flushed/filled coolant.
May 2009 135000 mi US $80	Ignition switch failure prevented engine from starting.
Jul 2009 138000 mi US $80	Replaced failed coolant expansion tank.
Aug 2010 155300 mi US $600	Electric cooling fan failure. Fan replaced. Crack in radiator tank. Radiator replaced.
Sep 2011 173000 mi US $1500	Suspension components worn out after 172,000 miles and causing noisy and sloppy ride.
Feb 2012 180000 mi US $375	Failed joint in driveshaft. Replaced driveshaft.
Jun 2012 186000 mi US $50	Water pipe to expansion tank hose leaking. Replaced hose, refilled and bled cooling system.
Oct 2012 194000 mi US $80	Crank position sensor failed. Replaced sensor and cleared adaptations.
Mar 2013 200000 mi US $60	Windshield washer pump failed - leaking. Replaced pump.
Jul 2013 205800 mi US $60	Oil level sensor malfunction. Replaced sensor.
Sep 2013 210000 mi	Factory installed clutch starting to show signs of being worn out at 210,000 miles. Replaced clutch.
Apr 2014 220800 mi US $500	Power steering pump failure. Replaced power steering pump, all hoses, and reservoir.
Feb 2015 238000 mi US $60	Thermostat failed open. Replaced thermostat and topped off/bled cooling system. Ignition coil for cylinder 3 failed. Replaced coil.
Mar 2015 239000 mi US $350	Steering getting loose due to worn tie rods and steering guibo. Replaced tie rods, steering guibo, and also replaced steering rack to improve feel. Had alignment performed.

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 166000 mi US $2500	Repair excedes worthe daily

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2016
Sep 2008 77000 mi US $235	Coolant expansion tank cracked. Replaced tank and upper radiator hose.
Feb 2009 79000 mi	Passenger window regulator failed. Repaired window slider with cable ties.
Mar 2009 81000 mi US $20	Hood Roundel lost paint. Replaced with new one.
Jan 2010 89000 mi US $25	Check Engine Light came on. Bought code reader and read codes. Replaced Gas Cap.
Nov 2011 99000 mi US $800	Worn control arm bushings replaced
Feb 2012 101400 mi US $65	Code thrown for Camshaft Position Sensor, Replaced Sensor.
Feb 2013 105600 mi US $140	Worn Belt tensioner replaced
Sep 2014 111000 mi US $25	Replaced Windshield Washer Motor
Mar 2015 119000 mi US $350	Broken rear window regulator
Mar 2016 128000 mi	Oil Filter Housing Gasket leaking. Gasket replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Aug 2009 60760 mi C $2434	Crankcase vent stuck but seems very expensive to repair.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Aug 2008 - Jan 2010
Jul 2008 US $1100	In July, 2008: coolant leak: required radiator replacement.
Dec 2008 142000 mi US $925	Car would not start: towed to shop; fuel pump and filter were replaced, also oil service while there.
Dec 2009 152000 mi US $1100	HVAC fan oil leak

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2010 - Jan 2018
Feb 2011 77000 mi US $60	Replaced a leaking valve cover gasket.
Sep 2011 85000 mi US $30	Crack in air intake boot causing a check engine/service engine soon light. Replaced cracked intake boot and reset SES light.
Jan 2012	Mass air flow sensor.
Feb 2012 92000 mi	Mass air flow sensor and lower intake boot replaced. Problem was left over from prior month due to lag in placing parts order.
Aug 2012 100000 mi US $5	Oil filter housing gasket failed and the car developed a slow oil leak. Replaced failed gasket, resolving issue. Power steering fluid reservoir hoses were leaking. Replaced both hoses and clamps, resolving problem.
Nov 2012 103700 mi US $180	Driver side seatbelt pretensioner and wiring harness failed. Both were replaced. Second trip five days later.
Dec 2012 105000 mi	Two more trips for SRS light, pretensioner and wiring harness. Update: came back on two weeks later.
Dec 2013 117000 mi	Replaced worn bulb housings for running lights and turn signals.
Sep 2014 124000 mi US $3000	Clutch, shift bushing, guibo, shift selector spring replacement. Transmission fluid service. Radiator, hoses, water pump, idler pulley, and belt tensioner replacement. Radiator had a stress crack in plastic edge, water pump bearings were bad and causing noise.
Dec 2015 139000 mi US $1200	Replaced failed ignitor unit and xenon bulb. Yaw sensor failed.

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BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Nov 2013 - Apr 2018
Mar 2014 213000 mi US $100	Expansion tank developed a crack and was leaking. Replaced the tank.
Jul 2014 215700 mi	Oil leak developed at higher RPM - valve cover gasket was replaced
Jan 2015 210800 mi US $58	The DISA valve had broken and was clicking loudly. I purchased a DISA valve repair kit on Amazon.
Jun 2016 236000 mi US $28	Exhaust Cam Sensor needed to be replaced as it was throwing a trouble code P0369 (i think)
Oct 2016 230000 mi US $50	Replaced lock relays in GM5 module.

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2015
Oct 2012 153000 mi US $185	Right front axle seal had a leak and needed to be repaired. Exhaust leak where the cat meets the front muffler.
Mar 2013 157000 mi US $130	ABS speed sensor failed -> no speedo, DSC, ABS. OEM replacement cost $130, took 5 minutes.
Jun 2013 158000 mi US $600	Stuck rear caliper; replaced both rears with rmfd and flushed/bled brakes. Two noisy wheel bearings (driver rear, passenger front) replaced.
Aug 2014 165000 mi US $15	Turn signal socket burned out. Replaced with new.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2007 - Mar 2019
Mar 2008 112220 mi C $420	Exhaust cam position sensor.
Oct 2014 223500 mi C $1000	Shocks, broken rear springs, RTAB, FCAB, steering universal, power steering lines. All fuel injectors (leaking fuel in cold weather). Replace front drive axle. U joint broken. (4 wheel drive)
Oct 2015 231440 mi C $500	Brakes failed. Rear line rusted through. Both rear lines replaced.
Feb 2016 236500 mi C $500	Rad leaking at passenger side corner.
Mar 2018 266314 mi C $2000	Replace both front wheel bearings
Mar 2019 285200 mi C $600	Had to replace FR half shaft. Outer boot damaged by mechanic replacing wheel bearing a year ago. I had tried to pack boot with Aquaseal but didn't work. Tore itself apart over the winter.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2012 - Aug 2013
May 2013 83000 mi US $650	replace rear springs (that had been replaced 4 years ago) driver's window won't go up and down - replace regulator

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Dec 2012 - May 2014
Nov 2013 192300 mi US $300	Severe oil leakage, burning oil

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Sep 2010 - Feb 2011
Nov 2010 129000 mi US $1000	Low oil (failed filter gasket). Pulleys and serpentine belt changed. Belt cracked, but functioning. Pulleys working but rattly. I also replaced battery, spark plugs at 108k, need new xenon lamps now (still on OEM lamps).

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BMW 3-Series in Nebraska, United States Aug 2007 - Aug 2013
Oct 2007 102000 mi US $756	Cyclone filter replaced (oil separator)
Jan 2008 102000 mi US $800	Replace front lower control arms and bushings
Mar 2008 105000 mi US $250	Thermostat replaced. Valve cover replaced.
Apr 2008 107000 mi US $80	Replaced idler pulley. Replaced broken cooling fan.
Sep 2008 116000 mi US $400	Replaced power steering pump.
Dec 2008 120000 mi US $11	Tail light ground wire corroded.
Jun 2009 125000 mi	water pump towing company damaged the tie rod during tow

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 103000 mi US $1100	Smog test turned into a nightmare. Vacuum leak led to inability to quickly get codes to reset in order to redo test.
Oct 2010 104000 mi US $50	Replaced window wiper wash pump

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Jul 2010 - Dec 2010
Oct 2010 95000 mi US $59	Control arm bushing replacement.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2011 - May 2014
Aug 2011 59000 mi US $480	Front passenger control arm worn out. Replaced.
Jun 2012 66000 mi US $1027	Valve cover leaking - replaced Power Steering pump leaking Windshield washer motor non-operational
Feb 2013 68200 mi US $1230	Leaking hoses, replaced coolant overflow, replaced coolant cap.

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Aug 2007 - Feb 2014
Jan 2009 77000 mi US $230	Replaced alternator bearing.
Feb 2011 118300 mi	airbag light on CRANK SENSOR
Jan 2012 119300 mi US $60	REPLACED THERMOSTAT

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2015 - Mar 2018
Sep 2015 128000 mi US $110	Camshaft Sensor. Spark Plugs

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Apr 2012 - Apr 2015
Jun 2012 41540 mi	Gas tank valve was stuck, it was impossible to fill up the tank. The pump trigger kept kicking back, as the gas was draining very slowly in the neck.
Jul 2012 42340 mi	The rubber neck was plugged with debris. They ordered a new rubber neck from Germany. They had replaced the gas tank during the previous visit, but it hadn't fixed the problem.
Mar 2013 53320 mi	Runs out of gas while the gauge shows 1/4 tank gas. Gauges tested working fine, guessing one of the two sending units or jet pump failure. Dealer suggested to replace all three items to be safe. Estimate $1450 including labour.
Jun 2013 57660 mi	Forums suggested that replacing the fuel filter or using fuel cleaner might fix the inaccurate fuel gauge. I did both, and the gauge then operated correctly. I'm not sure which one remedy fixed the issue.
Dec 2014 66340 mi C $100	Oil level sensor defective, replaced defective sensor. Parts $49, labour $45.

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2013
Oct 2011 131000 mi US $175	low oil sensor burned out

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2013
Feb 2008 63000 mi US $250	Keyfob will not remember program to unlock doors. Keyfob needs to be replaced.
Sep 2008 65000 mi US $500	Sunroof's interior shade rolled back into the interior portion of the headliner when the sunroof's exterior portion was retracted.
Jan 2010 76700 mi US $290	Oil sender was replaced
Oct 2012 79000 mi US $2000	steering felt wobbly and clunk sound when stopped.

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BMW 3-Series in Rhode Island, United States Dec 2006 - Sep 2014
Nov 2007 68000 mi US $560	The right outer CV joint boot ripped.
Nov 2008 78000 mi US $236	Tail light carriers and connections needed to be replaced. Blinkers blinked too fast most of the time.
Mar 2010 89000 mi US $200	Idle control/regulator valve. Erratic idle.
Jul 2010 93000 mi US $180	The replacement water pump I installed about 2 years ago seized. Bearing frozen solid.
Nov 2011 107000 mi US $70	Valve cover gasket replaced. Oil line for vanos replaced. Replaced the spark plugs for the first time in cars life.
Jan 2012 115800 mi US $188	Valve cover gasket replaced.
Aug 2012 113400 mi US $250	Replaced intake and exhaust cam sensors.
Dec 2012 117000 mi US $1000	Driver's side outer CV joint boot replaced for the second time.
Jan 2013 110200 mi	Replaced fuel pump.
May 2013 121700 mi US $459	Passenger side outer CV joint boot replaced for the second time.
Oct 2013 125300 mi US $300	Replaced adjuster unit (DISA) valve.
Aug 2014 131200 mi	Replaced upper and lower radiator hoses, expansion tank, and radiator.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2007 - Oct 2011
May 2009 118000 mi US $800	Replaced window regulator, brake fluid flush, oil service, wiper inserts, fan belts replaced.
Sep 2009 121000 mi US $325	there was a leak in the power steering hose. had to clean it up and i guess replace the hose

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Oct 2007 - Oct 2010
Dec 2007 68000 mi US $175	Crankshaft Position Sensor failure
Aug 2008 72000 mi US $1100	Power steering pump failing. Windshield washer pump failure.
Oct 2009 76000 mi US $760	Multiple issues - cooling system sensor indicated low coolant (coolant was normal). HVAC exterior sensor and wiring damaged. AC hoses worn - near failure. Resistor failure in HVAC control module. (brake system flush, Oil change service)
Nov 2009 76200 mi	noise associated with cold starting. only occurred for 2-3 minutes after cold start. Advised it was associated with cold engine start in cold conditions (valve diverted exterior air flow until engine warmed?) Car is going to Arizona so not a prob.
May 2010 79000 mi US $300	Passenger side window would not operate properly. window regulator motor replaced.
Sep 2010 86000 mi US $1500	Significant oil leaks from unknown points in the engine. Numerous seals and gackets were replaced. While the oil leaks have generally been fixed, there are still some minor drips.

BMW 3-Series in South Africa Apr 2012 - Jul 2018
May 2012 163740 mi R 200	Car would not start and had to be towed to the repair shop. Fuel pump was replaced.
Jul 2012 166860 mi R 100	Car was briefly started on Saturday, would not start on Monday. Was towed in, problem diagnosed as flooding due to some sort of injection system glitch - apparently it commonly happens with BMWs. Spark plugs replaced during diagnosis.
Dec 2012 173600 mi R 100	Window regulator was replaced. Door handle cable turned out to be faulty as well.
Feb 2013 175700 mi R 1200	Evaporator was replaced. It is a huge job that requires removal of the entire dashboard.
Apr 2013 177400 mi R 25	Door handle cable was replaced with part sourced from breakers yard
Sep 2013 186000 mi	car will not start, feeds too much fuel, floods and fouls spark plugs Plugs were replaced and car started after a lot of cranking Driver's seat not moving anymore. It happened after repeatedly attempting (and finally succeeding) to start car after replacing plugs.
Feb 2014 189100 mi	Clutch replaced, it burnt and the car smelled very bad
Nov 2014 195300 mi R 40	Battery was not charging and alternator warning light was on. Replace assembly with voltage regulator and bushes. Problem fixed.
Feb 2015 197780 mi	Battery was replaced
Jul 2015 201500 mi R 150	Oil leak - tappet cover gasket was replaced.
May 2018 213900 mi R 100	Both front window regulators failed and were replaced, not for the first time. The one on the drivers side has since failed again and is awaiting replacement. Again.

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2018
Nov 2012 148400 mi US $65	Fuel pump replaced because of symptoms, but problem turned out to be cam sensor. Cam sensor
Mar 2013 152000 mi US $287	oil leak from ofhg, main front seal, oil pan gasket
Jul 2013 154500 mi US $150	Worn out guibo, CSB
Aug 2013 155400 mi US $500	Struts, shocks
Feb 2014 159000 mi US $150	Clunking noise, so replaced tie rod ends and brakes at the same time
Mar 2014 160000 mi US $110	leak in lower hose. replaced expansion tank by mistake too
May 2014 161400 mi US $270	Control arms
Jul 2016 175000 mi US $65	Ignition coil cylinder 1 failed

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Dec 2010 - Dec 2012
Jul 2011 87000 mi US $2000	Replaced electric window operators for drivers and rear passenger windows, sunroof sliders, AC drain, general maintenence, oil leak. Oil lite comes on when oil is at level.
Aug 2011 87000 mi US $3000	repaired oil leaks, valve cover gaskets, front seal gasket, oil service, oil sensor, thermostat, stablilizer bushings, sunroof shield repair.

BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States Feb 2015 - Jun 2016
Feb 2015 146000 mi	Thermostat housing leaked coolant from weep hole. Replaced housing under warranty
May 2015 146000 mi US $1600	Leaking shifter rod seal Rear differential leaking, pinion seal and both side deals replaced Front main seal leaking oil
Jun 2015 147000 mi US $650	Leaking oil pan gasket
Mar 2016 156000 mi US $583	Worn lower control arm bushings
Apr 2016 156300 mi US $935	Alternator failed. Alternator replaced.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2013 - Feb 2015
Apr 2014 141340 mi C $1200	Replaced bushings, etc.
Jul 2014 145160 mi C $800	Alternator replaced.
Dec 2014 151900 mi C $200	Coolant expansion tank cracked, spilling all coolant in middle of traffic jam.... No fun.
Feb 2015 151900 mi	The BMW's door locks were a bit finicky and inconsistent (though officially undiagnosed). Beyond that it was ready for a new owner and was still pretty solid.

BMW 3-Series in Nebraska, United States May 2007 - Jun 2011
Jul 2009 104000 mi	Replaced secondary air pump.
Jan 2010 114000 mi	seized left front brake caliper. replaced both front calipers, pads, surfaced rotors.
Aug 2010 125000 mi US $850	replaced power steering pump and reservoir had intermittent fast blinking of right rear blinker, coupled with occasional bulb-out warning lights. this was traced to a ground issue, which was repaired.
Jan 2011 130272 mi US $210	replaced lower control arm bushings replaced failed expansion tank. replaced failed cooling expansion tank.
Mar 2011 130970 mi US $485	Replaced alternator Replaced alternator

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Apr 2015 - Jul 2017
Jul 2015 178700 mi US $150	replace A-arm bushing Radiator and expansion tank replaced
Oct 2015 177000 mi US $200	Replace water pump and belts.
Feb 2016 177000 mi US $25	Left, rear shock mount
Nov 2016 179600 mi US $21	Replaced gauge cluster with used item from eBay. Replace window regulator slides.
May 2017 178000 mi US $600	Water in oil, removed, resurfaced and replaced head. Inspected head and block for cracks with no indication. Head gasket showed no indication of failure either.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2011 - May 2013
Jul 2011 120300 mi US $400	the aircon/heater fan turned on and wouldn't shut off unless I disconnected the battery. $400 later, the "final stage resistor" had to be replaced to fix the problem.
Dec 2011 132000 mi US $411	Front sway bar bushings
Feb 2013 154700 mi US $607	Replacement of oil filter stand gasket Replacement of valve cover - cracked. Driver's window regulator replacement, $450 Driver's side drip molding (exterior). $256

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Nov 2008 - Aug 2012
Apr 2009 143000 mi US $500	Coolant system leak. Replaced radiator, cap and expansion tank hose.
Aug 2009 147000 mi US $300	Power steering hoses were cracked, power steering fluid leaking. Replaced two hoses and topped off fluid.
Nov 2010 162000 mi US $1212	Replaced failed LF window regulator. Replaced failing crank vent valve and associated hoses. Oil filter housing leaking at gasket.
Feb 2011 165100 mi US $450	Engine thermostat replaced
Jan 2012 175000 mi	LF wheel bearing was noisy; replaced. Serpentine belt was cracking; replaced. Oil pan gasket leaking; topped off oil.
Aug 2012 180000 mi US $600	control arm bushings, and one other thing I can't remember

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2006 - Sep 2019
May 2007 84000 mi US $2300	Turn indicator flashes faster than usual at first. Power steering plumbing (fluid lines). U-joint boots on on driving axles (AWD) replaced.
Aug 2007 89000 mi US $1700	Opted to fix power steering problem reported in May. Differential seal leaks
Sep 2007 89000 mi US $1500	Fuel pump not reliable on steep uphill slope. Pump and Filter replaced.
Mar 2008 91000 mi US $2000	Alternator failed. Power surge from failing alternator blew out all 4 headlight bulbs.
Jan 2009 93000 mi US $850	Failure of regulators for electric windows.
Mar 2009 93000 mi US $450	Thermostat sticking caused check-engine light. Valve cover gasket issue.
Apr 2011 100000 mi US $2000	Speakers in each door either detached or attachment ring deteriorated. Window regulators broke again.
Dec 2014 107000 mi US $2000	Rear shock fluid depletd Battery died
Jul 2015 107200 mi	Stick wiggly and loose.
Jan 2016 107200 mi US $2241	Bad Seals around doors. Had to go back to fix.
Feb 2016 108000 mi	More leaks found and incomplete work from first trip.

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States May 2010 - Nov 2014
Jul 2010 115000 mi US $950	Alternator went
Oct 2011 128000 mi US $60	Replaced leaking valve cover gasket
Apr 2013 150800 mi US $600	Outer CV joing ripped, need new axle. Only lasted approximately 60,000 mi. Got a Thermostat stuck open code. Replacing thermostat Lasted aprox. 60,000 miles
Jun 2013 152000 mi US $450	Driveshaft U joint was loose. Required driveshaft to be replaced
Aug 2013 155000 mi US $99	Expansion tank cracked and developed a leak. Expansion tank and cap replaced. Coolant refilled and blead
Jan 2014 150300 mi US $25	CV boot clamp was loose. Added grease to CV boot and applied new clamp
Jul 2014 164200 mi US $65	Sway bar end links were worn causing clunking sound. Replaced end links and problem was fixed

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BMW 3-Series in Netherlands Jun 2016 - Apr 2020
Jun 2016 117800 mi €250	I changed the valve cover gasket, (that thing was zo dried out, brittle. it broke into a lot of pieces when i removed it.) also replaced the head-ventilation-hoses

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BMW 3-Series in Macedonia, F.Y.R.O. Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011 115940 mi $1300	The car could barely move on 1st gear, and during stopping something was knocking hard. Flywheel broken, as well as the complete clutch set. Replaced both. Problem mostly gone but there is is still minor knocking when stopping the car.

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jan 2007 65000 mi US $1500	DMTL Pump was faulty (fixed connection). They replaced the Thermostat.

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BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007 27000 mi US $140	Cam position sensor, exhaust side failed and was replaced.
Nov 2007 28000 mi US $50	Cam position sensor, intake replaced.
Jan 2009 36000 mi	Replacement of hose as preventative maintenance.

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Aug 2012 - Sep 2014
Oct 2012 136080 mi C $200	Replaced control arm bushings
Oct 2013 147540 mi C $150	Replaced hood locks and cables
Sep 2014 161200 mi	Front shock blown. Stabilizer link broken.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2009
Sep 2007 85000 mi US $500	Lower control arms replaced with ball joints and bushings
Apr 2008 94000 mi US $262	Heard whistling noise then vibration noise. Looked under hood and could see the waterpump turning out of round.
Feb 2009 105000 mi US $50	Valve cover gasket was leaking. Two hour "Do It Yourself" job.
Mar 2009 106000 mi US $1100	Clutch started slipping.

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BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Oct 2008 - Jul 2009
Mar 2009 61000 mi US $50	Hood emblem was peeling off.

BMW 3-Series in Nuevo Leon, Mexico Aug 2007 - Feb 2010
Oct 2007 52080 mi $1172	Told the dealer, car was losing power. Dealer said both overhead cam sensors were damaged. Had to pay for both sensors. Rear electric sunshade broke. The part that attach the sunshade to the post broke, so the sunshade was loose and could not be used. Electric motor was ok, but the attaching part could not be glued or fixed. Had to install new sunshade. Driver front window regulator broke. Window did not move at all. Had to pay for the new regulator.
Feb 2008 54560 mi $200	Passenger side front window regulator.
Jul 2009 69440 mi $1100	Rear passenger window regulator broke. Window cannot be moved. Dealer replaced regulator. Water pump broke, causing a Windshield fluid leak. Dealer replaced pump. Oil leak in oil filter area. Pulley noise when car is cold. Dealer replaced pulley. Car vibrate at 40 mph. Dealer replaced front control arm bushings.
Dec 2009 71300 mi $850	Motor oil leak. Tranny fluid leak. Faulty instrument cluster.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2006 - Jan 2010
Oct 2008 56000 mi US $650	Belt driving alternator was slipping due to faulty tensioner. Replaced.
Dec 2009 63000 mi	Power steering pump.

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2016
May 2016 85300 mi US $210	Engine and AC belts, tensioners, and pulleys replaced due to squeaking/chirping pulley.

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2022
Jun 2011 53000 mi US $120	Bad final stage resistor for control of HVAC blower.
Aug 2011 55000 mi US $1300	mass air flow meter went out of tolerance differential pinion shaft seal replaced due to small lubricant leak
Nov 2014 67000 mi US $800	A differential seal developed a minor leak and all seals were replaced preventively. The car could probably have been driven for many months before a real problem developed

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2014 - Aug 2022
Jun 2014 87000 mi US $40	Slow differential seal leak.
May 2016 97300 mi US $200	Coil pack was cracked and needed to be replaced.
Sep 2021 112000 mi US $10000	subframe repair cracks and reinforcement replaced all suspension bushings replaced rod bearings
May 2022 113000 mi US $1000	AC recharge
Aug 2022 113000 mi US $400	accessory belt replacement

BMW 3-Series in Nebraska, United States Aug 2014 - Mar 2016
Apr 2015 84200 mi US $200	Replaced oil level and temperature sensor in oil pan. Also replace oil pressure sensor in oil filter housing. Finally, throttle position sensor at the front of the engine was replaced.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2013 - Feb 2018
Sep 2014 34000 mi US $1800	Car shook hard and ran badly, then CEL came. Complete VANOS failure (at a very low mileage). Both exhaust hub tabs broken. s54 specialist indie replaced with Dr.Vanos rebuilt and preventative Beisan solenoid. Labor was 600, parts were 1200.
May 2015 35000 mi US $150	One of two horns quit, sounded wheezy/weak. Replaced both.
Oct 2015 37200 mi US $550	I limped car home when it started badly (even worse than previous VANOS issue) and CEL. Turns out on 3 cyls coils were gone. Past recall, but previous owners did not put enough miles to get to the issue in time. Saved 200$ by ordering parts.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2018
Oct 2011 48200 mi US $885	Cam sensors had to be replaced
Dec 2013 70000 mi US $760	Radiator Overflow assembly,float, and window washer bottle and sensor
Nov 2014 82000 mi US $256	BMW Battery went dead after exactly 3 years almost to the day.
Mar 2015 89000 mi US $5	Clip that holds up the brake light cables broke
Aug 2015 91000 mi US $600	Radiator cracked Oil Filter Housing Leaking two weeks after radiator
Sep 2015 92000 mi US $358	Power steering hoses leaking
Apr 2016 99397 mi US $368	Replace front control arm bushings
Aug 2016 102222 mi US $422	Replace drivers side window regulator without motor
Feb 2017 107710 mi US $337	Valve Cover Gasket Replaced
Jul 2017 112000 mi US $65	Battery went bad less than 3 years. Battery replaced under warranty.
Sep 2017 113605 mi US $925	Replace a, b, c pillars on both sides of interior
Feb 2018 118122 mi US $123	Replace passenger side rear bulb carrier
May 2018 119964 mi US $579	Passenger side seat belt broken and replaced, roundel on front had to be replaced
Jun 2018 125000 mi US $1070	Motor and Transmission Mounts Replaced Window Regulator without Motor and Door Lock Actuator Replaced

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2018
Jun 2012 101000 mi US $570	Vanos valve leaking oil; no associated idle problems
Mar 2013 110000 mi US $1400	Valve cover leaking oil. Gasket replaced. Oil filter housing gasket leak. Gasket replaced, along with lower vanos hose (damaged due to leaking oil). Also replaced lower radiator hose, crank valve hose
Nov 2013 118000 mi US $406	Front control arm bushings worn; last replaced 8/11 @90k mi

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States May 2014 - Jun 2015
Dec 2014 172000 mi US $120	thermostat failed soft (too cold malice also replaced water pump due to age (no issues)

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BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2008 - Jul 2015
Apr 2009 96100 mi C $220	Camshaft Position Sensor. DIY replacement; about 1 hour including cleanup (15 mins of actual "work").
Jun 2009 96100 mi C $400	Replaced FCABa (Front control arm bushings) and the control arms themselves. Used new control arms and pre-pressed bushings for ease of owner install. Steering tightened up nicely after install, and slight vibration during heavy braking disappeared.
Jun 2012 120900 mi C $250	Replaced power steering pump & serpentine belts (since I had to take it off anyway). Power steering was starting to "groan".
Sep 2012 122760 mi	Replaced both rear wheel bearings.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
Apr 2014 67000 mi US $1200	alternator

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States Jul 2014 - Mar 2015
Jul 2014 129000 mi US $40	Upper intake boot was ripped.
Feb 2015 133000 mi US $1018	Replaced clutch. I think the self-adjusting springs went.
Mar 2015 133000 mi	Drivers side door must be unlocked with a key - the actuator failed around 105k and I never could stomach the $500 to fix it. Starting around 90k the heated seat elements had shorts in them that would overheat (burn you) even on the lowest setting. New seat covers about $2k and I could never stomach it. I'd randomly get a engine light - after reading codes the suspect was the thermostat even though it held temp fine. Reset the code and it would go away for months, weeks or days. Popped up around 110k.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012 122000 mi US $130	Replaced camshaft position sensor

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2014
May 2009 39000 mi US $105	Exhaust camshaft sensor quit. Replaced camshaft sensor and the check engine light went off.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2008 - Apr 2016
Apr 2009 76000 mi US $12	Front turn signal bulb socket had corroded terminals, replaced
Sep 2009 82000 mi US $900	Alternator failure
Jan 2010 138200 mi	Interior headliner trim around the window sagged again, very common for earlier e46 coupes. Fixed myself using epoxy. Will probably have to fix it again in four years.
Feb 2012 114000 mi US $1300	Coolant expansion tank crack. Also replaced water pump, thermostat, hoses, belts. RattlIng through steering wheel. Front Bushings replace on both sides.
Aug 2012 120500 mi US $200	Trunk lid handle broken off. Replaced and reprinted. This is the 2nd time in 10 years.
Jul 2013 128500 mi US $200	A pillar trim pealing, replaced. Floor mats falling apart, replaced. Cover for wiper motors
Nov 2014 148000 mi US $1300	Control arm Mass air sensor
Jul 2015 150500 mi US $200	Bracket holding exhaust pipe loose, rusted Windshield washer fluid pump broken
Apr 2016 158000 mi US $400	B and c pillar coverings replaced due to sagging cloth covering

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Dec 2006 - May 2010
Apr 2008 56000 mi US $450	Shifter detent needed to be resurfaced and polished. Gear shift was sticking in 5th gear in cold weather for several years leading up to repair.
Jul 2008 58000 mi US $70	DIY - Replaced leaking thermostat.
Dec 2009 74000 mi US $438	Worn differential mount bushings. Replaced by independent mechanic.
Jan 2010 US $60	Engine developed a minor oil leak; replaced valve cover gasket. Problem has been resolved.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2011
Sep 2010 128964 mi US $32	Oil Filter Housing Gasket R&R FCAB's R&R with PowerFlex Bushings R&R Tensioner Pulley 4 Wheel Alignment. *It was severely out of spec and showed excessive inside front tire wear due to excessive toe in. R&R passenger side upper strut mount Repaired mushroomed strut tower.
Oct 2010 128700 mi US $6	Fixed Vacuum leak on the DISA seal sealing surfaces by using RTV Silicone. R&R Fuel Filter *tested the fuel filter and pitch black gas came out of it. Fixed Vacuum leak on the DISA seal sealing surfaces by using RTV Silicone.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jul 2010 - Aug 2014
Sep 2010 142000 mi US $200	cam position sensor A/C evap/refill
Aug 2014 158000 mi US $300	Maf, ignition coil

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Jan 2011 - Jan 2016
Oct 2011 172000 mi US $40	Blown upper radiator hose, temporary repair then hose replacement.
Jan 2012 179000 mi US $60	Detected leak in water pump area, replaced thermostat housing gasket then water pump, even though old water pump was still functioning save for O-ring seal.
Jul 2012 192200 mi US $100	Passenger side window regulator.
Feb 2013 208100 mi US $3000	Reverse gear failed while rocking the car out of snow. Complete rebuild needed.
Jun 2013 216000 mi US $100	PCV hoses cracked leading to fault code. Difficult to diagnose, relatively easy to fix.
Feb 2014 230700 mi	Torque converter failure, repaired under warranty.
Oct 2014 247000 mi US $18	Leaky temperature sensor at lower radiator hose, replaced.
Jul 2015 264000 mi US $80	Replaced secondary coolant hose.
Dec 2015 275000 mi US $30	Replaced upper radiator hose (bleed valve cracked)
Jan 2016 252000 mi US $60	Replaced all 6 ignition coils.

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BMW 3-Series in District of Columbia, United States Nov 2011 - Jun 2016
May 2012 67500 mi US $1700	Replaced shocks and struts all around after noticing deteriorated ride quality
Oct 2013 72200 mi US $1182	Rear coil springs - rusted out; one was borken, one nearly broken Front suspension bushings
Dec 2015 76000 mi US $100	Check engine light was on; evaporative emissions system valve faulty; ordered part online and replaced;

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States Sep 2007 - Sep 2010
Oct 2007 78000 mi	Low coolant level due do air bleeder screw broken in half and spewing coolant. Dealer removed broken screw and installed a new one in less than 30 minutes at no charge to me.
May 2008 83000 mi US $55	Final stage resistor was failing, causing the a/c blower to be erratic. Replaced it myself and it's working fine now.
Jul 2009 89000 mi US $40	Speedometer stopped working after removing needles to change gauge face. Ended up replacing all cluster stepper motors with new motors purchased off eBay.
Sep 2009 89000 mi US $30	Front driver side turn signal assembly removed itself from the car while travelling on the highway. Had to replace turn signal assembly.
Dec 2009 90000 mi US $50	Replaced windshield cowl due to dryrot on seal against windshield.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 151000 mi US $100	The xenon bulbs were getting more purple and shutting off intermittently. I replaced both bulbs and now functionality is restored and light color has returned to factory tint (white-light blue)

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BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Mar 2014 - Jun 2014
Mar 2014 105000 mi US $180	Convertible top failed to open. Replaced "flap" motor. Trunk did not register closed with car's electronics causing the convertible top to not operate. Repaired wiring harness at trunk to resolve problem.
Apr 2014 105700 mi US $56	Passenger door window regulator failed. Replaced regulator and motor assembly.
May 2014 106100 mi US $23	Replaced squealing idler pulley.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2011 - Sep 2013
Aug 2012 78486 mi US $120	Replaced Rear differential Replaced camshaft position sensor Replaced oil temp sensor

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BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States Mar 2015 - Sep 2018
Apr 2015 81500 mi US $280	rear window dropped out
Feb 2018 138000 mi US $1030	fuel pump and filter
Jul 2018 145000 mi US $100	cracked overflow tank

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Dec 2008 - Aug 2014
Mar 2009 115000 mi US $200	Grille fell out of hood requiring replacement.
Sep 2009 121000 mi US $400	replace leaking valve cover gasket
Jan 2010 127000 mi US $200	the coolant expansion tank was leaking.
Feb 2010 127800 mi US $560	belts and tensioners
May 2010 131000 mi US $650	replaced control arms
Jun 2011 136000 mi US $100	a/c was not cold

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Oct 2013 - Oct 2017
Nov 2013 158300 mi US $1035	Bad fuel pump relay required replacement of fuel pump.

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2015
Nov 2014 92900 mi	Replacement of tie rod bushings

BMW 3-Series in Rhode Island, United States Mar 2007 - Jun 2012
Jul 2008 69000 mi	Brief creak in left rear brake or suspension when coming to a stop or at low speed.
Aug 2008 69000 mi US $500	Front control arm bushings replaced, rear upper shock mounts replaced.
Dec 2008 70000 mi US $35	Replaced valve cover gasket to solve oil leak.
Jul 2009 72000 mi US $130	Driver side door-brake spring broke. New part installed.
Sep 2009 72000 mi US $65	Left front grille fell out. All the plastic clips had broken. Bought part and owner replaced.
Apr 2010 75200 mi US $846	Left rear suspension spring replaced Thermostat housing leaking Electrical harness from trunk lid to car body spliced.
Jul 2010 76000 mi US $130	Drivers side door brake replaced.
Sep 2010 76000 mi US $240	Exhaust cam position sensor replaced.
Nov 2011 78000 mi US $127	Overflow tank ruptured. Loss of coolant. Check engine light. Air leak at the oil filler cap. Resealed cap with no further problem.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2013 - Mar 2016
Dec 2015 90000 mi US $350	Expansion tank leak, replaced along with radiator and automatic transmission thermostat

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BMW 3-Series in New York, United States Feb 2008 - Apr 2009
Jun 2008 48000 mi US $80	part that controls fan speed. had to remove glove compartment to get to part.
Mar 2009 51000 mi US $800	Latch for convertible top. Part in trunk came off and jammed latch. Dealer said it was a design fault, BMW USA said tuff luck. No new BMW for me - TUFF LUCK BMW USA.

BMW 3-Series in Switzerland Apr 2015 - Aug 2022
Oct 2021 122140 mi $600	Clutch
Aug 2022 130200 mi $120	Camshafts intake and exhaust position sensors

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2017 - Jul 2022
Jul 2018 89000 mi US $85	Check engine light on - major EVAP leak according to the code. Mechanic smoked the exhaust system, found no leaks, then reset the light.
Jun 2021 94000 mi US $600	Oil pan gasket replaced
Jul 2022 100400 mi	Water pump seeping

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BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States Jan 2011 - Jan 2012
May 2011 108100 mi US $300	Radiator overflow container failed

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2009 - Mar 2019
Jun 2009 89000 mi US $90	Heater blower running uncontrolled. Replaced blower resistor.
Aug 2009 91000 mi US $20	Windshield washer pump leaking. Replaced washer pump.
Sep 2010 101000 mi US $50	Replaced exhaust cam position sensor
Mar 2012 109000 mi US $700	Cooling system failure. Radiator tank leaking,and thermostat stuck open. Replaced tank and associated parts,heated thermostat,water pump, all hoses and belts.
Apr 2013 113200 mi US $40	replaced interior door lock/emergency flasher switch
Jul 2015 124200 mi US $110	Rough running engine. Went into limp mode. Replaced #1 ignition coil.
Mar 2017 126000 mi US $300	Replaced rear leaking shocks and related components. Replaced leaking power steering lines and hoses.
Oct 2017 128000 mi US $1790	Oil filter housing gasket, Vanos oil line, Replaced front struts
Aug 2018 129000 mi US $700	Oil pan gasket replacement

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BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States Oct 2012 - Apr 2016
May 2014 83300 mi US $45	Replaced broken window switch for DS front and back windows.
Jun 2015 92000 mi US $20	Oil level sensor so bad and it was replaced during the last oil change.
Feb 2016 95000 mi US $60	Thermostat was sticking open and not allowing the engine to warm up fully.

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BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 82000 mi US $1700	Reverse gear malfunctioned and stopped working. BMW dealer wanted to replace for $6,500, but extended warranty wouldn't pay. Took to AAMCO which quoted $3,600 to repair. Extended warranty initially refused to pay, but in the end paid $1,900.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States May 2007 - Jun 2011
Sep 2007 68000 mi US $178	Defective (leaking) windshield washer fluid pump. Reservoir also found to be cracked. Both were replaced.
Dec 2007 70000 mi US $200	Thermostat corroded, stuck in open position. Tech stated that if left unrepaired, corrosion could migrate to the ECM via the sender cable and ruin it.
Apr 2008 74000 mi US $297	2 P/S hoses replaced. Cracked coolant expansion tank replaced along with tank cap, level sensor, thermostat, & antifreeze.
May 2008 75000 mi	Brake and DSC warning laps illuminated simultaneously. This fault disables both the DSC and anti-lock braking systems. Steering angle sensor replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 104160 mi C $30	Hose between radiator and expansion tank cracked and threw coolant all over the engine bay. Easy to repair. Purchased part online (not from BMW dealer...too expensive).

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2013 - Nov 2013
Nov 2013 150000 mi US $500	Rack and Pinion broke for the second time in 40k miles.

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 169000 mi US $200	Failed a/c compressor and replaces belts. Squeaking noise from the compressor.

BMW 3-Series in Great Britain Sep 2013 - Jun 2014
Nov 2013 139100 mi £300	Coolant leak. I am currently monitoring the mileage(after topping up) to report back to the garage on the frequency of the Coolant light coming up.
Jun 2014 147000 mi	Blown head gasket

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Aug 2002 - Oct 2013
May 2002 12981 mi	Blower Final Stage Resistor replaced. Left Visor Vanity Light Switch replaced.
Oct 2003 24498 mi	Auxillary Fan replaced.
Dec 2003 26106 mi	Front Control Arm Bushings replaced.
Nov 2006 50869 mi US $516	Pulse Generator replaced.
Jan 2008 63024 mi US $100	Troubleshooting 3rd brake light not working. Windshield Washer Pump.
May 2008 70004 mi US $759	Air Conditioning service.
Sep 2008 73127 mi US $37	Front Badge replaced.
Oct 2008 74656 mi US $103	Power Steering Pump and Serpentine Belts replaced. LED Third Brake Light replaced.
Jul 2009 87744 mi US $267	Right Rear Window Regulator replaced.
Sep 2009 90602 mi US $671	Fuel Pump and Filter replaced.
Dec 2009 95214 mi US $478	Oxygen Sensors (pre-cat) replaced.
May 2010 102131 mi US $70	Cabin Air Filter replaced. Valve Cover Gasket replaced.
Jul 2011 116505 mi US $1154	Water Pump, Coolant Expansion Tank, Upper Radiator Hose replaced. Oil and Filter changed. Left Front Window Regulator repaired.
Aug 2011 116611 mi US $72	Air Conditioning recharged. Blower Final Stage Resistor replaced.
Sep 2011 111780 mi US $45	Sunroof wouldn't open completely, and would stop while closing. Sunroof shade was off its tracks. Removed the sunroof glass, replaced the sunroof shade clips, lubed the tracks, and replaced the sunroof glass. Sunroof Shade Clips replaced.
Apr 2012 129000 mi US $495	They replaced the evaporative system valve (by the intake manifold), gas cap, and crankcase ventilation hose. The check engine light is off now. They replaced the evaporative system valve (by the intake manifold), gas cap, and crankcase ventilation hose. The check engine light is off now.
May 2012 132515 mi US $250	One ignition coil replaced. Six spark plugs replaced. Oil change. Brake Fluid Flush. Oil Change. One ignition coil replaced. Six spark plugs replaced. Oil change.
Jul 2012 138500 mi US $535	Replaced lower control arm bushings.
Oct 2012 146000 mi US $300	Replaced the Idler wheel. The bearing had failed.
Feb 2013 152800 mi US $330	Replaced the driver's window regulator.
Oct 2013 158000 mi	The radiator was leaking.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2011
Dec 2010 127000 mi US $178	Multiple issues with the emissions system. Replace faulty Fuel Breather Control Valve, Evap Control Valve, and, as required, the interconnecting hoses. Each part was tested prior to replacement.
Mar 2011 128000 mi US $500	Replaced expansion tank. Plastic was brittle and broke which lead to radiator fluid leaking. I was informed that I will soon require replacement hoses for the radiator and replacement for the front bushings (crack in rubber - second time) Replaced expansion tank. Plastic was brittle and broke which lead to radiator fluid leaking. I was informed that I will soon require replacement hoses for the radiator and replacement for the front bushings (crack in rubber - second time)

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BMW 3-Series in Sweden Jun 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 176080 mi	Exhaust leak

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Jan 2013 - Jul 2014
Oct 2013 99200 mi US $2000	Entire cooling system needed to be replaced.
Jan 2014 110000 mi US $680	Replacement of Fuel Pump and very clogged fuel filter. Mechanic wouldn't say latter caused the former. Chicken and egg issue, he said.
Feb 2014 110500 mi US $150	Battery died. No warning. Most recently checked in November, was told it was strong and should last a while

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BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Feb 2013 - Sep 2013
Jul 2013 147000 mi US $900	Broken sunroof Worn ball joints and bushings

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2010 - Jul 2014
Feb 2011 160000 mi US $150	Replaced LCA bushings.
Mar 2013 186000 mi US $50	Cracked coolant reservoir
Aug 2013 190600 mi US $400	Bad Thermostat
Jul 2014 197000 mi US $5200	Catastrophic engine fan clutch failure.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Apr 2007 - Mar 2011
May 2007 93000 mi US $1000	Pulley imploded causing belt to fail causing fan clutch to fail. Result is overheating of engine and loss of waterpump and coolant. Luckily, no major engine damage--only needed to replace belt, pulleys, fan clutch, and coolant.
Sep 2007 105000 mi US $250	replace bushings
Dec 2007 111000 mi US $300	Seat belt tensioner sensor bad causing Airbag light to go on.
May 2008 120000 mi US $400	Rear differential bushing replaced.
Sep 2008 129000 mi US $160	cam sensors
Feb 2009 140000 mi US $30	Cleaned carbon buildup off throttle plate.
Jul 2010 169000 mi US $150	window regulator

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Dec 2007 - Apr 2013
Feb 2008 107000 mi US $460	Battery died due to broken alternator. Car has to be towed. Replaced alternator.
Apr 2008 110000 mi US $180	Car stalled due to failed fuel pump. Replaced fuel pump.
Mar 2013 192000 mi US $2000	Auto tranny lost reverse.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2015
Jun 2013 162000 mi US $300	gas seal on tank
Apr 2014 168300 mi US $400	failing fuel pump

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Apr 2010 - Nov 2011
Jun 2010 170000 mi US $600	Diagnose bad ride, noise. Replaced shocks. Repaired rust.
Aug 2010 172000 mi US $1600	Suspension repaired.
Jul 2011 184200 mi US $550	Damaged bushings replaced.
Nov 2011 185000 mi US $500	Surface rust repaired and repainted.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2011 - Jun 2014
May 2012 141100 mi US $70	Window regulators needed to be replaced on both sides in the back.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016	The secondary air pump failed which didn't really affect the cars operation but could have been exscacerbating the VANOS low idle RPMs during cold weather starts issue.

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008 90000 mi US $3000	This car is a piece of junk !! A complete money hog and BMW deserves to be sued.

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2018 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022 140000 mi US $65	Window Regulator and Regulator Motor, front left

BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
Feb 2007 108000 mi US $250	Broken right rear shock mount.

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BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2018
Jun 2011 116000 mi US $110	oil level sensor failed and was replaced
Sep 2011 120000 mi US $100	exhaust camshaft position sensor
Jul 2012 133000 mi US $150	Broken rear strut mount.
Jun 2018 225000 mi US $60	Final stage resistor replaced for blower motor

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Aug 2011 - Mar 2012
Oct 2011 291000 mi US $180	THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR WENT OUT WHICH WAS LOCATED IN THROTTLE BODY. HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE THROTTLE.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2013
Dec 2010 106000 mi US $1020	Replaced expansion tank, radiator cap and coolant- tank was leaking. Replaced lower control arms on right and left sides, control arm bushings, and tie rod.
Apr 2011 111000 mi US $670	Clutch and clutch master cylinder replaced. Replaced all belts, tensioner pulley, idler pulley and AC tensioner pulley.
May 2011 112000 mi US $225	Replaced broken wiper lever- lever made of cheap plastic- broke off in middle. Replaced broken wiper lever- lever made of cheap plastic- broke off in middle.
Oct 2011 118000 mi US $546	Radiator fan failed, causing overheating and upper radiator hose to burst. Fan and hose replaced.
Nov 2011 123000 mi US $546	Electric window regulators on two windows (front passenger door and rear driver's side door) broke. Parts replaced. Window regulators for two of windows broke- regulator assembies (2) replaced.
Dec 2011 125000 mi US $550	Wiper switch broke and was replaced.
Mar 2012 130000 mi US $260	Battery was dead and had to be replaced; 24 codes came up, codes checked and computer reset.
Jun 2012 132000 mi US $1500	Brake indicator light came on- pads, rotors, calipers replaced on all four wheels- all four tires replaced due to cord showing- front alignment needed adjustment.
Oct 2012 137000 mi US $467	Check engine light on, rough idle- dealer replaced pulse generator camshaft sensor and cracked tube elbow (intake air boot). CEL back day later. car still needs new radiator ($1,200) but we are trading in the car soon, so we shall leave it for next owner. CEL on, rough idle, and car overheating- dealer replaced sensor and cracked hose- decided to sell car and not fix cracked radiator- Note: one day after "fix" rough idle returned.
Apr 2013 150000 mi US $450	Radiator fan broke- took to shop.
May 2013 150000 mi US $600	The radiator was leaking, so it was replaced.

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BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
Sep 2009 128000 mi US $500	oil pan craked, had to be replaced
Oct 2010 140000 mi US $475	brakes and control arm. 200$ 4 brand new tires installed 475$ car would not start, had to replace the fuel pump. 425$

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2018
Nov 2010 62000 mi US $850	HVAC control unit goes to Celsius if the clock control button is pushed. Will not return to fahrenheit without reprograming OBC. Unit replaced twice with updated unit. Car built in S. Africa before 04/10. Dealer admits problem Cooling sytem leak in coolant reservoir tank. Decided to replace 11 year old hoses, tank and radiator since rad. had plastic components also. Also replaced water pump.
Mar 2013 72000 mi US $100	Drivers side airbag sensor malfunction. Corrosion in wiring to dlc plug. The sensor connections were cleaned of corrosion and and the code was reset.
Nov 2014 74300 mi US $400	A/C fan and resistor pack failed and were replaced. Also replaced left front wheel bearing. Motor mounts are failing will be replaced soon. Causing vibration when car is not in motion as well as in motion.
May 2015 75000 mi US $388	Smart Key was failing and would not start the car. Battery was suspected and replaced when it was discovered to be 9 years old. Tech finally asked if I had a different key. Car started then. New key cost $235.00. Engine were replaced als
Jun 2018 87000 mi US $1500	Started with purge valve problem and finally ended replacing charcoal canister and 3/2 valve and crankcase vent valve.

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States Aug 2013 - Mar 2014
Jan 2014 98000 mi	One catalytic converter bad, would have to replace both plus exhaust manifold
Feb 2014 98000 mi	Jerking steering wheel due to a sticking caliper...repair cost would have been $980
Mar 2014 98000 mi	One catalytic converter bad. Sticking caliper.

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2012 - Nov 2013
Aug 2012 124000 mi US $750	Replaced water pump, also had to replace belts and tensioner

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States Sep 2008 - Dec 2012
Dec 2008 156000 mi US $160	1 day at shop / Had lights DSC and limp mode / Cleaned idle control valve it was successful.
Dec 2009 178000 mi US $120	Got check engine light, had oxygen sensor codes, replaced both pre-catalytic oxygen sensors.
Jan 2010 180000 mi US $40	Noticed windshield washer fluid puddle and found weep hole on windshield washer pump leaking, replaced pump.
Feb 2010 181300 mi US $200	Had valve cover gasket leak. Replaced worn valve cover gasket, vanos seals, spark plugs.
Jul 2010 189000 mi US $600	Radiator found leaking. Replaced radiator, hoses, expansion tank. Exhaust cam sensor cause of "check engine" light. Replaced exhaust cam sensor.
Dec 2011 211000 mi US $400	Oil separator needed replacement, engine codes appeared with various sensors pointing to the oil separtor.

BMW 3-Series in Wyoming, United States Sep 2008 - May 2009
Oct 2008 184000 mi US $1260	ABS-ATC system 3 lights on, reset does not stick. Other problem needs dealer computer to fix.
Dec 2008 187000 mi US $2600	ABS-ATC system. Airbag dash light on bcse of faulty seatbelt sensor cost >300$
Apr 2009 187000 mi US $140	left hand driver seat belt pretensioner
May 2009 187000 mi	front right strut leaking, sold car

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2008 - Jul 2015
Sep 2008 122000 mi US $175	Windshield washer pum replaced.
Nov 2008 122000 mi US $3500	Xenon headlight replaced.
Mar 2010 123000 mi US $550	Replaced turn signal lamp. Could not be performed by owner.
Aug 2010 124400 mi US $350	Rear window stuck
Mar 2011 131000 mi US $180	Replaced windshield washer pump.
Apr 2011 132000 mi US $500	Water leak repaired
Jul 2011 132000 mi US $3800	Broken valve spring required tearing down and rebuilding engine
Jun 2012 141000 mi US $15000	Steering hoses were replaced
Dec 2014 153000 mi US $400	Water pump went bad.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2011
Oct 2010 114000 mi US $600	Fuel pump failure
Nov 2011 126000 mi US $300	Coilpack Waterpump

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2012 - Jan 2015
Nov 2012 36200 mi US $31	REAR MUFFLER RUBBER MOUNT REPLACED
Mar 2013 147000 mi US $30	Car vibrated at idle speeds. Air Mass Meter Boot had a small hole. Air Mass Meter Boot was replaced. Vibrations gone.
Jul 2013 149000 mi US $30	Check the infamously unreliable cooling system. Everything was ok except for coolant, which was dirty and was replaced.
Sep 2013 149000 mi US $10	Code p1189 on. Car was shaking on idle. Replaced oil separator drain hose(connects oil separator with the oil dip stick). Problem solved.
Dec 2013 151000 mi US $15	Rear windows malfunctioning. Replaced General Module relay. Problem solved
Jan 2014 146200 mi US $25	Replaced coolant recovery hose.
Mar 2014 152000 mi US $35	Replace left rear window regulator
Oct 2014 156500 mi US $40	Oil Level Sensor Replaced

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2015
Aug 2014 103000 mi US $1900	Transmission leaking fluid and torque converter failed. Partially rebuilt, car needs to be warmed before transmission active. Driveshaft coming loose
Nov 2014 103600 mi US $500	Serpentine Belt replaced
Jun 2015 106000 mi US $450	Rear calipers stuck, replaced calipers and pads.

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2010 - Apr 2010
Apr 2010 126000 mi US $50	Replaced leaking windshield washer pump.

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
Jul 2014 89900 mi C $300	replacing aging gaskets.
Dec 2014 90520 mi C $170	window regulator fail.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2007 - Nov 2012
May 2007 118000 mi US $82	water pump and belts
Dec 2007 126000 mi	check engine light pcv valve & O2 sensors
Jan 2008 127000 mi US $250	Camshaft position sensor.
Feb 2009 142000 mi US $400	Cooling system header tank. Front control arms and bushings.
Feb 2011 166300 mi US $31	leaking ps hose
Jun 2011 168000 mi	front shocks/struts rebuilt rear calipers
Dec 2011 172000 mi	Window regulator
Mar 2012 175000 mi US $43	valve cover gasket
Sep 2012 180000 mi US $65	upper coolant hose PLASTIC bleeder broke

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2017
Jan 2012 149000 mi US $70	No heat from heater. Replaced heater control valve.
Sep 2012 161000 mi US $50	Lower control arm bushings (lollipops) worn - replaced.
Apr 2013 169300 mi US $200	Classic cracked expansion tank. Replaced Thermostat and expansion tank cap while in there. Right turn signal would intermittently stay on
Jun 2015 176000 mi US $850	Throttle body servo failed

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Aug 2013 - Mar 2015
Sep 2014 132000 mi	Valve gasket cover resealed.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Feb 2014 - Apr 2014
Apr 2014 54000 mi	Noticeable "thud" sound when putting the car into gear.

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States Oct 2013 - Mar 2015
Oct 2013 76000 mi US $700	DSC light came on intermittently. Replaced both brake pressure sensors in master cylinder
Jun 2014 81000 mi US $1100	Cooling expansion tank ruptured. Replaced tank and hoses
Jul 2014 81000 mi US $900	Water temp overheating at long idle. Aux fan diagnosed faulty and replaced.
Dec 2014 88000 mi US $700	Replace bushings and control arm.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 206000 mi US $40	Water pump broke

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Mar 2007 - Aug 2008
Sep 2007 84000 mi US $75	Left rear window regulator cables came off track and window was stuck half open. Right rear window regulator cables came off track and snapped the carrier. The window was able to be moved by hand. This was 10 days after the other side went.
Dec 2007 89000 mi US $115	Speedometer and MPG gauges stopped responding, ABS & traction control turned off. Left rear wheel speed sensor was replaced and all systems returned to normal.

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2015
Sep 2014 124000 mi US $400	Replaced front control arms, ball joints, and bushings.
Nov 2014 126000 mi US $120	Wouldn't start on a cold morning. Tested battery - fail load test. Replaced Battery.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2013
Jan 2012 144000 mi US $850	Replaced Front Control Arm Brackets, Rear Upper Shock Mounts, Rear Wheel Bearing.

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2015
Feb 2011 99000 mi US $1000	Replaced power steering pump.
Aug 2011 106000 mi US $250	Window regulator. Also did maintenance.
Sep 2012 114000 mi US $300	level sensor replaced window regulator replacement

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Oct 2015 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016	clutch fork issues making the car impossible to shift gear while car is running

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States Jun 2014 - May 2018
Jul 2014 139800 mi US $180	Fabric falling off sunroof panel due to crumbling foam that lines fabric. Bought new fabric and took old sunroof to shop to scrape off old and glue on new. Also replaced broken metal glides for sunroof panel
Feb 2015 151600 mi US $334	Themostst stuck open. Heat from vents was not very hot. Leaking water. Pressure test $52 found lower radiator hose leaking. Remove and replace upper and lower hoses $276. Flush cooling system $120. Total $448.
Jul 2015 158000 mi US $2095	Clutch suddenly stopped working. Clutch kit, pressure plate bolt set, pilot bearing, fly wheel, exhaust gasket.

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BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States May 2008 - May 2013
Jun 2008 100000 mi US $175	Gear leaver sometimes would not shift into gear. The leaver became loose and would not shift into gear if it was lifted up. Oil light (yellow) was coming on indicating low oil level, but the dipstick showed oil level full. Replace oil level sensor.

BMW 3-Series in Sweden Jan 2012 - Dec 2013
Feb 2012 142600 mi	rusted rear brake lines
Aug 2013 152300 mi	rear wheel bearings x2 center bearing (propshaft)

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States May 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 138000 mi US $808	Front struts and strut mounts replaced. They had not been replaced for the life of the vehicle.

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BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2009
Jun 2009 118000 mi	The water pump ceased and the radiator expansion tank exploded releasing all the coolant. The vehicle is no longer functioning. Sold it.

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States Dec 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 74000 mi US $111	No reverse (see noreverse.org). I have that ZF 5HP19 tranny, and my reverse drum has failed.

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Sep 2007 - Feb 2009
Oct 2007 52000 mi US $400	Coolant expansion tank and upper hose ruptured.
Jan 2008 57000 mi US $450	Replaced coolant pump and thermostat since the pump starting to make noise.
Feb 2009 76000 mi US $450	Replaced oil filter housing gasket.

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BMW 3-Series in Queensland, Australia Mar 2009 - Feb 2010
Apr 2009 76260 mi A $80	Roof rain gutter has broken away on both sides. Replacement quote over $1300. Dealer used glue to hold in place as a temporary measure, apparently a fairly common problem.
Jun 2009 78120 mi A $340	Window lifter replaced. Plastic parts broken. Part replaced using guide posted by someone on internet. Rain gutter on roof sides reattached with screws. Previous reglueimg attempt by dealer unsuccessful.

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BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2007 - Apr 2011
Jun 2010 137000 mi US $3000	broken springs, and brake job

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BMW 3-Series in California, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2022
Jun 2011 38000 mi US $629	Water pump leaking badly. Could have lasted some weeks, but not taking the risk.
Jul 2014 58200 mi US $303	Oil Pressure sensor was replaced however that didn't fix the problem and it took them a couple more days to get it right. They fixed @ no additional charge but never told me what was the problem. Problem a gasket needed replacement.
Aug 2021 109 mi US $845	/Intake Cam/Air Mass Flow Sensor
Mar 2022 113 mi US $222	Water pump

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2008 - Feb 2012
Feb 2009 109000 mi US $350	Changed control arms and bushings (bad ball joint). Noticed bad handling after on lift for new tires. replaced them myself.
Jan 2010 128100 mi US $100	Check Engine Light showed idle control valve stuck closed. Cleaned and replaced. Then bad idle with cylinder misfire. Replaced all spark plugs. Likely that ignition coil boot is cracked.
Sep 2010 125000 mi US $1000	Radiator leak (complete cooling overhaul), replaced ccv and hoses, VANOS, valve cover gasket, HID Xenon lights, & control arm bushings. This car is high maintenance.
Mar 2011 130000 mi US $200	Power steering pump broke. Replaced by me.
May 2011 130000 mi US $50	replaced oil filter housing gasket and oil pan gasket

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BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States Dec 2017 - Jul 2021
May 2018 89000 mi US $700	Replaced cooling system, belts and idlers. Brake pads and rotors.

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2013
Aug 2010 131000 mi US $350	Shock rusted through. Door locks work intermittently. Cause are two relays in GM unit. Shop wanted to replace entire unit. Investigating source in Torrance, CA that will just replace the relays.
Sep 2010 132000 mi US $25	Cell phone antenna gasket failed
Oct 2010 135000 mi US $1800	Shocks and struts failed and leaking. Replaced all including mounts. New tires.
Dec 2010 141000 mi US $1400	Water pump failure drive shaft support bearing failure
Oct 2011 158000 mi US $503	Expansion Tank Failure
Jan 2012 159000 mi US $600	replaced LCAs Coolant Leak
Mar 2012 161000 mi US $875	Original Clutch finally failed. Had it replaced and it still had a good deal of material left. Fork broke, pilot bearing OK, but replaced anyway.
Sep 2013 202000 mi	Wheel bearings worn out, guido worn out, and control arm bushings deteriorated

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2009 - Sep 2014
Mar 2009 126480 mi C $1908	Repair: e46 rear subframe cracks repaired ($1,656) & rear subframe reinforcement kit installed ($252). Clutch; shift rod replaced. Shocks, tie rods (2), lower control arm bushings, trailing arm bushings replaced. Oil level sensor replaced. Antenna replaced.
Mar 2011 150660 mi C $2400	radiator. water pump. belts. tensioner.expansion tank. first replacement of radiator in 11 years. first expansion tank. third water pump.2nd tensioner. 2nd belts.
Jul 2011 155620 mi C $750	Door lock actuator driver side dead. No replace. Using key.
Mar 2014 172980 mi C $2000	Door solenoids. Actuators. 2x. Door water membrane seal replaced 2 sides

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States May 2012 - Jul 2013
Jul 2012 114700 mi US $120	Electrical connector to hot water valve had open circuit, caused A/C to blow hot air Replaced electric radiator fan
Sep 2012 118000 mi US $140	Replaced fuel pump
Mar 2013 127000 mi US $650	Persistent driveability problems that may or may not be related to an aftermarket intake.
Jul 2013 132000 mi	Persistent check engine lights

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2012
Jan 2012 159300 mi US $2400	The DME went bad
Jul 2012 162300 mi US $1300	Wheel bearings replaced in the rear tires Camshaft sensor, valve gasket replaced Replace cv joints Windshield washer pump replaced

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2008 - Jan 2011
Jan 2011 143000 mi US $700	Headlight out; it was repaired. Rear subframe was tearing out of body. Second time it happened. BMW paid part of the cost, and the rest was paid for by the repair shop that BMW had paid to fix the same issue on my car back in 2006.

BMW 3-Series in California, United States Oct 2007 - Jun 2015
Jun 2013 106000 mi US $86	Exhaust side camshaft angle sensor replaced.
Jan 2014 111000 mi US $50	Replace fuel breather evap valve Cabin fan speed variable and sporadic. Heat and Air blower final stage resistor failed.

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BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2015
Mar 2015 196000 mi US $100	Replaced Ignition Coils

BMW 3-Series in Nova Scotia, Canada Jun 2014 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015 89280 mi C $200	Oxygen sensor was cracked and gave me an error code

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BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2023
Sep 2013 130000 mi US $700	Oil leak, hoses changed.
Feb 2015 137000 mi US $320	camshaft position sensor threw code, Check engine light came on
May 2015 137300 mi US $90	Engine coil wore out, had to be replaced. Car limped home.
Feb 2018 149000 mi US $17	Replaced windshield washer pump (simple job - 1 bolt, unplug one connector and one hose)

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2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2004 BMW 3-Series 2-door

2004 BMW 3-Series 2-door

2003.5 BMW 3-Series

2003.5 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

2003.5 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

2003.5 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

2003.5 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

2003.5 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible

2003.5 BMW 3-Series 2-door

2003.5 BMW 3-Series 2-door