2002 BMW 3-Series Problems and Repair Histories
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BMW 3-Series Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2002 | BMW M3 | 12 M3s, 9.6 months of data per M3, average 90300 miles Small sample size. Join or 12 M3s, 9.6 months of data per M3, average 90300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2002 | BMW 3-Series | 43 3-Series, 8.3 months of data per 3-Series, average 105600 miles 105 |
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2002 BMW 3-Series
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| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 88000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 89000 | 0 | 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 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 49000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 50000 | 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. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 195000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 195000 | 4000 | car was making a strange clunking sound when I turned hard to left. |
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 61000 | 50 | replaced front driver door speaker ring |
| Jul | 2010 | 81000 | 75 | Water pump shaft broke |
| Dec | 2011 | 108000 | 400 | accessory belt broke |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 40000 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 3-Series in Vermont, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 127000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 128000 | 450 | Broken Axle Shaft |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 100000 | 125 | Replaced light control module. |
| Jan | 2012 | 100300 | 50 | Replaced windshield/cowl seal. |
| Mar | 2013 | 112000 | 75 | Replace driver window regulator Repair broken door lock |
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 150000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 153000 | 1200 | The head gasket was cracked and leaking oil slowly, hot oil fell on hoses that deteriorated them. All was replaced and working fine. |
| Jan | 2012 | 155000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 89000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 102300 | 37 | Left front blinker went out first time-fixed. Now same blinker doesnt work again... |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 89000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 95000 | 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 | 50 | Torque converter failed and needed to be replaced. CAT O2 sensor threw check engine fault and needed to be replaced. |
| Jan | 2008 | 99000 | 50 | Sunroof wouldn't close sometimes. |
| Aug | 2008 | 106000 | 75 | Windshield fluid pump leaked -- replaced. |
| Jun | 2009 | 119000 | 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 | 127300 | 506 | replaced spring-type belt tensioner with hydraulic belt tensioner; replaced pulley adjuster and offset idler replaced fan clutch; |
| Jul | 2010 | 134700 | 730 | fuel pump stopped working, required towing and replacement |
| Dec | 2010 | 140000 | 350 | electrical burning smell in cabin caused by broken seal (forgot which) next to cabin air intake |
| Mar | 2011 | 143000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2005 | 0 | Sunroof had to be repaired. Known problem. | |
| Oct | 2006 | 40 | Rear light failure. Bulbs replaced. | |
| Jan | 2007 | 200 | Rear light failure again. Replaced taillight connectors due to scorching around the connectors. | |
| Aug | 2007 | 420 | Driver side rear window will not go up. Replaced left rear window regulator and insulation. | |
| Dec | 2008 | 900 | Pulley broke causing engine to overheat. Car towed to dealership. Replaced expansion tank, fan, and pulleys. | |
| Jan | 2009 | 485 | Replace power steering line. | |
| Apr | 2009 | 58000 | 2000 | Transmission seal leak. Lower arm control bushings worn. Need to be replaced. |
| BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 51000 | 508 | Replaced alternator. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Saskatchewan, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 400 | Water pump and thermostat | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 81000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 82000 | 1178 | Left rear window stuck in down position. Also right front window making grinding noise. Both window regulators were replaced. |
| Mar | 2008 | 88000 | 593 | Replaced front lower control arm. Removed and replaced the front thrust rod bushing. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 3-Series in Arkansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2007 | 71000 | 350 | idler pulley and belts |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 790 | Replace alternator and battery | |
| Dec | 2006 | 228 | Replace DME relay and tighten air intake boot due to check engine light on | |
| Sep | 2007 | 47000 | 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 | 497 | Rear differential mount leaking. Installed shft seal and rubber mount. Parts 60.60; labor $436 |
| Dec | 2008 | 52000 | 434 | Persistent burning odor caused by oil leak requiring gasket set replacement. Brake pad sensor broken. Replaced with new sensor |
| Jul | 2009 | 56000 | 1122 | Brakes nearing need to replace |
| Dec | 2010 | 62000 | 439 | Several pulley and belt tensioners replaced to eliminate belt/bearing noise |
| Apr | 2012 | 70000 | 238 | Worn intake hoses for emissions system |
| Jul | 2012 | 73000 | 400 | Oxygen sensors replaced (first time!) |
| Feb | 2013 | 83000 | 450 | Replace driver and passenger window motors and regulators Cracked intake manifold |
| Mar | 2013 | 84000 | 1085 | Broken front hub and bearing which was replaced Replaced front axle driveshaft and universal joints |
| BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 71000 | 80 | 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 | 650 | Noticed steering wheel vibration when power applied to engine. Not related to brakes. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 60000 | 250 | Leak in coolant system hosing. |
| Aug | 2008 | 60000 | 300 | Repair window regulator on right (passenger) window. |
| Nov | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 65000 | 50 | Replace HID igniter control box |
| Aug | 2007 | 70000 | 85 | Replaced window regulator in driver's door |
| Sep | 2007 | 71000 | 20 | Replace timing chain tensioner. |
| Jul | 2008 | 76000 | 100 | Replace passenger front window regulator |
| Aug | 2008 | 77000 | 30 | CEL code indicated weak mixture - replaced cracked rubber intake boot. |
| Mar | 2009 | 81000 | 100 | Replace right rear window regulator. |
| Sep | 2009 | 87000 | 100 | Replace right rear window regulator again. |
| Jun | 2010 | 93000 | 70 | Check engine light and code indicated thermostat jammed open. Replaced thermostat. |
| Nov | 2010 | 97000 | 60 | Replace final stage resistor to cure intermittent fan speed control problem. |
| Aug | 2011 | 105000 | 110 | Replace intake camshaft position sensor |
| Jan | 2012 | 108700 | 200 | Replace VANOS piston seals and CCVV. |
| Mar | 2012 | 110000 | 0 | False low engine oil warning light - replaced oil level sensor. |
| Oct | 2012 | 117000 | 120 | Door remote locking and unlocking was intermittent - fixed by repair to GM5 electronic control module. |
| Mar | 2013 | 122000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 115000 | 390 | worn valve cover gasket leaks oil to ignition coil, replace ignition coil on cylinder 1 |
| BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 96000 | 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 | 580 | Replaced alternator as it was inop. |
| May | 2009 | 103000 | 600 | Check engine light. Intake and exhaust sensors needed replacement. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 76000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 85000 | 500 | one rear shock absorber leaked fluid, so replaced both rear shocks. |
| Sep | 2008 | 88000 | 250 | Coolant expansion tank had crack. was replaced. |
| Mar | 2009 | 92000 | 700 | Coolant leak: replace radiator. Service engine light: lean mixture & misfire codes. Problem traced to damaged upper intake boot. Part replaced. |
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual AWD
| BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 122000 | 100 | Replaced Front Lower Control Arm Bushings. |
| Dec | 2012 | 130000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 85000 | 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 | 600 | Replaced drivers side front axle assembly |
| Jan | 2010 | 98000 | 500 | Replace passenger side drive axle assembly |
| Apr | 2010 | 102000 | 106 | replace front and rear brake pads and sensors after brake wear sensor activated warning light |
| Apr | 2011 | 119000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 118000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 118000 | 0 | CAR IS IN SHOP NOW. SERVICE ENGINE. LITE ON PLUS control arm bushings, et rear axle mount |
| Feb | 2013 | 140300 | 378 | PVC valve |
| Mar | 2013 | 146000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 119000 | 400 | Front ball joints |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 112000 | 150 | Check transmission light came on |
| Mar | 2012 | 114000 | 1800 | Changed gasket, thermostat Power stearing pump replaced |
| Jul | 2012 | 121700 | 1000 | radiator crack, replaced radiator and expansion tank |
| Dec | 2012 | 128000 | 700 | belts, pulley broker. replaced. |
| BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 100000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 100000 | 200 | we did not get it repaired yet. They wanted 1700 for the repair |
| BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 101000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 104000 | 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 | 106700 | 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 | 400 | Pulley failed and serpentine belt shredded. Replaced mechanical tensioner with hydraulic tensioner. Replaced all pulleys, and both belts. Replaced expansion tank, thermostat, water pump, radiator fan clutch, and flushed the coolant system. |
| BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 76000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 110000 | 700 | Cooling fan clutch broken |
| Apr | 2012 | 111000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 500 | gaskets | |
| Dec | 2010 | 217000 | 100 | Coil pack blown. Replaced. |
| Jan | 2011 | 218000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 70 | Thermometer for outside temperature | |
| Aug | 2009 | 3000 | Belts, Coolant(anti-freeze) system, wiper-fluid pump. | |
| Dec | 2009 | 550 | window regulators, front windows. they would not go up once they went down. | |
| Jul | 2010 | 125000 | 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. |
| Jan | 2011 | 133000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 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 California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 98000 | 1700 | Cooling system: Replaced cracked radiator surge container and broken air vent. |
| Oct | 2010 | 105000 | 600 | Cracked oil strainer caused vacuum leak engine not running correctly. |
| Jun | 2011 | 108000 | 0 | replaced brake booster causing vacuum leak. |
| Nov | 2011 | 116500 | 340 | Oil leak from gasket between engine block and adapter for oil filter. Emissions control having to do with catalytic converter |
| Jan | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 70 | Second window regulator replaced. | |
| BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 55800 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 62000 | 220 | Oil level sensor malfunctioned. |
| Apr | 2008 | 64480 | 660 | Leak coming from thermostat. Thermostat housing replaced. Head gasket leak. |
| Jul | 2008 | 66340 | 300 | Steering ball joints. |
| Oct | 2009 | 75420 | 30 | Replaced tail light bulb socket wiring harness plug, left rear tail light |
| Sep | 2010 | 79360 | 1300 | Water pump, expansion tank, thermostat/thermostat housing and hoses replaced. Known problem area for this model, replaced as a preventative measure. |
| Nov | 2010 | 81060 | 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 | 150 | check engine light activated by one malfunctioning oxygen sensor. both oxygen sensors replaced as a precaution. Repair successful. |
| Jan | 2012 | 88440 | 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 | 93280 | 1020 | HVAN fan speed blowing erratically. Blower motor final stage resistor replaced Acc. Belt Tensioner / AC belt tensioner / Idler pulley replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 98580 | 500 | Oil pan gasket and the seal btwn the dip stick and block were weeping oil. |
| BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 60000 | 544 | "During inspection noted rear pad under 3MM thicknessand rotors below the minimum thickness.Replaced rear pad, rotors and wear sensor 20FRU. "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 | 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 | 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 | 690 | failed alternator |
| Jun | 2011 | 93000 | 118 | recharge A/C add compressor oil |
| May | 2012 | 103500 | 7 | The computer showed a false code. Dealer changed the real brake/turn signal bulbs anyway. It seems to have worked. |
| Mar | 2013 | 112000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 30000 | 600 | Rear brakes worn to the metal. Brake wear sensor did not report the problem. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 3-Series in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 148000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 148000 | 245 | Thermostat replaced. Service code p0128. |
| Sep | 2012 | 159000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 95000 | 1500 | Alternator and starter |
| Aug | 2009 | 97000 | 450 | Leaking water pump |
| Dec | 2009 | 100000 | 600 | Window regulators. |
| Nov | 2010 | 112000 | 1500 | Sensors that control engine idle. Compressor not functioning properly. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 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 | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 84940 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 86180 | 500 | Leaky coolant expansion tank Replace front right axle shaft. vibration noise when turning |
| Feb | 2011 | 86180 | 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 | 86180 | 300 | Replaced leaky cooling thermostat and cooling hose between thermostat and radiator |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 75000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 75000 | 800 | Had to replace the thermometer because the AC didn't work. |
| BMW 3-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 91000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 116000 | 0 | Brake sensor was not working. Basically the brake rotors and pads were badly in need of replacing. Replaced and everything is fine again. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 72000 | 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. |
| Dec | 2012 | 74000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2003 | 0 | Replace exhaust camshaft position sensor Fix pass. seat rattle | |
| Aug | 2005 | 0 | Replace mass airflow sensor | |
| Feb | 2006 | 0 | Replace thermostat | |
| Mar | 2007 | 208 | Replace front sway bar link | |
| Mar | 2009 | 91000 | 0 | Rain rail separated and loose. |
| Jul | 2009 | 96000 | 125 | Replaced exterior window trim due to corrosion. Replaced driver's side mirror glass due to corrosion. |
| Sep | 2009 | 96000 | 600 | Replace worn front control arms and bushings. |
| Oct | 2009 | 97000 | 25 | Windshield wipers were not stopping in the full down position. Replaced the wiper relay. |
| Feb | 2010 | 105000 | 100 | CEL illuminated. Scan revealed failed radiator output temp sensor. Replaced sensor. |
| Sep | 2010 | 109000 | 0 | Exterior door trim fell off and needed to be reattached. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 29140 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 29760 | 3000 | front bushing needed repair. new tires. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 77000 | 300 | Left rear window actuator replaced. Interior A and C pillar trim replaced. |
| BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 89000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 89000 | 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. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 64480 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 84780 | 900 | Brake pads & rotors Suspension bushings worn |
| Oct | 2010 | 89900 | 700 | Dead battery replaced, alternator replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 121520 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 500 | Alternator failed | |
| Oct | 2010 | 156000 | 140 | fuel pump failed |
| Dec | 2011 | 188000 | 50 | window regulator failed |
| Mar | 2012 | 195000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 131000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 145000 | 850 | Several coolant leaks found. Replaced expansion tank, radiator and valve cover gasket. |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 90 | Driver's side window regulator | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 4-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| BMW in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 67000 | 310 | Rear left side power windows broke. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 50000 | 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. |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Replaced both rear springs Replaced high pressure steering hose Oil pan replaced due to over tightening of drain bolt. Stripped threads. | |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | Replaced water pump/thermostat, under 90 warranty | |
| Sep | 2010 | 2748 | Replace failed VANOs | |
| Oct | 2010 | 19 | Window switch Replaced trim around shift. Badly scratched | |
| Dec | 2010 | 123 | Replaced cubby storage. Door very scratched | |
| Feb | 2011 | 300 | Repair exhaust hangers. Worn out and cracked. | |
| Jul | 2011 | 94700 | 350 | Air conditioning was not blowing cold air. |
| Mar | 2012 | 100000 | 800 | Differential seal on right side |
| Jun | 2012 | 102000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in District of Columbia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 67000 | 1500 | Water Pump and Fan was replaced along with the radiator. |
| Nov | 2012 | 68700 | 100 | Replace O2 sensor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 69000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 83000 | 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 |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 88000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 89000 | 1500 | replaced brakes, not bad for 1st change of brakes and rotors changed suspension out to new Bilsteins; old parts still okay but the ride is now a lot more responsive and enjoyable subframe cracked and bmw would not repair because crack was to small, had turner motor sport repair and strenghten subframe |
| Dec | 2012 | 108000 | 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. |
| Apr | 2013 | 107000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 63000 | 100 | Front bumper support cracked, required replacement. Part was $15 |
| Sep | 2008 | 87000 | 400 | Valve adjustment. |
| Sep | 2009 | 107000 | 200 | Passenger window fails to roll down; disassembled door to fix. |
| Feb | 2010 | 114000 | 100 | Ignition coil replaced, spark plugs & fuel filter replaced. |
| Nov | 2010 | 127500 | 10 | Broken left front anti-roll bar mount. |
| Nov | 2011 | 136500 | 3900 | valve adjust, variable cam solenoid, oil leak repair, power steering leak repair, window washer repair, bumper repair. |
| Jan | 2012 | 137700 | 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 | 150 | Ignition coil needed replacement |
| Apr | 2013 | 143000 | 1000 | Exhaust cam timing |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 42000 | 500 | Dying alternator killed battery as well. |
| Feb | 2009 | 45000 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 300 | AC stopped blowing cold air. Final Stage Unit (FSU) replaced. |
| Nov | 2011 | 59000 | 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 | 75 | Replaced windshield washer pump that was leaking and causing a low fluid condition. |
| Mar | 2013 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 133000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 133000 | 400 | 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 | 30 | Replaced wiring harness for front driver's seat belt tensioner. |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 93000 | 2200 | SMG pump failure |
| Sep | 2012 | 95000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in South Africa | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 400 | Input shaft seal into differential leaking. Seal replaced. Rubber drive shaft coupling replaced. | |
| Jul | 2010 | 43240 | 1000 | RR shock lost damping. Decided to install aftermarket suspension to fix the problem. |
| Nov | 2011 | 60140 | 600 | 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 | 0 | 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. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Belgium | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 82460 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 83080 | 0 | automatic level control xenon headlights- electrical stepper motor broken |
| May | 2010 | 84940 | 900 | Alternator broke down and empty battery |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 142000 | 3000 | Torque converter, control arm bushings water pump |
| BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 100000 | 300 | swapped stock rear shock mounts for aftermarket reinforced RSM. Preventative maintenance, no problem. |
| Oct | 2011 | 102000 | 0 | Replaced front control arm bushings and sway bar end links. |
| Jun | 2012 | 105000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 89000 | 400 | Coolant tank cracked and needed replacement. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 125000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 130000 | 200 | The adjusting valve or "disa" valve was leaking air causing a check engine light. Replaced disa valve. |
| Mar | 2012 | 136000 | 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 | 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 | 1056 | Replaced worn out tires and rear trailing arm ball joints. Aligned car after new tires and repairs |
| BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 98000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 104000 | 60 | thermostat |
| Jan | 2011 | 112000 | 112 | Replace water pump not due to malfunction, annoying sound appeared. Car was drivable before the repair. |
| BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2005 | 0 | Faulty ignition coil repaired under warranty. | |
| May | 2005 | 0 | Driver's seat heating element repaired under warranty. | |
| Jan | 2009 | 240 | Thermostat replaced. | |
| Mar | 2009 | 300 | HVAC Final Stage Resistor (fan speed control) replaced. | |
| Apr | 2009 | 300 | Front control arm bushings replaced. | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 175000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 194000 | 110 | expansion tank leak water pump leak |
| Jan | 2013 | 214000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 200 | HVAC Control unit going bad. AC blower working intermittent, then would not turn off after shutting down car. | |
| Dec | 2008 | 800 | Replace Control arm bushings. Front suspension was feeling loose and nosy on driveways and bumps | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 117000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 129000 | 1057 | pulleys and accessory drive belts |
| May | 2011 | 130000 | 1100 | Prophylactically replaced the radiator, hoses, water pump, thermostat |
| Aug | 2012 | 150000 | 165 | power steering reservoir and hoses replaced |
| Nov | 2012 | 153000 | 89 | outside temp. sensor replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 157000 | 654 | alternator not functioning, replaced. |
| BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 88000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 88000 | 67 | Idler pulley broke while driving. Replaced pulley and both belts |
| Mar | 2011 | 88000 | 0 | Two struts leaking when sold. TPMS system problem but was never diagnosed or fixed. |
| BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 120000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 124000 | 375 | Replaced front control arms and control arm bushings (CABs) |
| Aug | 2012 | 126500 | 400 | Replaced front struts. |
| Nov | 2012 | 129500 | 0 | Service Engine Soon (SES) light activated. Codes p0171 and p0174= lean on both banks. |
| Mar | 2013 | 130000 | 650 | Strut bearings needed to be replaced. Intermittent Service Engine Soon (SES) light for "lean on both banks". |
| BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 127000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 135000 | 100 | Bad front sway bar end links and control arm bushings, replaced with OEM sway bar end links and poly control arm bushings. |
| Apr | 2012 | 150000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 57660 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 74980 | 600 | replaced thermostat DISA valve flap making noise |
| Sep | 2012 | 76880 | 250 | Replace idler pulley |
| Nov | 2012 | 77280 | 1000 | replace expansion tank |
| Mar | 2013 | 78740 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 88000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 88000 | 475 | Replaced water pump |
| Dec | 2011 | 89000 | 0 | 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 | 93000 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 121000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 124000 | 0 | Front brake pads worn; rotors replaced pre-emptively w/ pads. Owner did work |
| Mar | 2013 | 155000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 53000 | 200 | One exhaust system mounting bracket replaced. Bluetooth pairing button broke. |
| BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 79000 | 750 | Freeze expansion plug blew out of engine, leaked oil from cylinders onto exhaust assy. |
| Sep | 2011 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 62000 | 800 | Bad CV joint in driveshaft. Replaced driveshaft assy |
| Jan | 2011 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 97000 | 75 | Power Window switch |
| Mar | 2013 | 100000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 70000 | 4000 | Transmission needed replacement |
| Jun | 2010 | 71000 | 150 | Oil leak from oil level sensor. |
| Jun | 2011 | 85000 | 650 | oil level sensor leaking; 4th time replaced |
| Jul | 2011 | 86000 | 700 | Shocks/struts/bushings replaced b/c badly worn; broken front sway bar end link replaced. |
| Aug | 2011 | 87000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 76000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 77000 | 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. |
| Dec | 2011 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 109000 | 2425 | Hydraulic cylinder line for automatic convertible top had a leak. Had to buy entire cylinder for this one line repair. Rear brakes would not pass safety inspection. |
| Sep | 2012 | 110000 | 0 | 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 |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 0 | 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 | 1000 | Replaced control arms, bushings in L&R front plus alignment. | |
| Jan | 2013 | 168000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 73000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 77500 | 536 | Replace right and left front suspension Lower Control Arm bushings |
| Sep | 2010 | 91000 | 695 | Headlight control module replaced. Consists of three switches and computerized power supply. Expensive !!! |
| Jul | 2012 | 109300 | 600 | Replace rubber air intake passages. Original equipment age cracked. Leaking headlight washer, draining entire windshield/headlight washer reservoir. |
| Mar | 2013 | 112000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 86000 | 450 | Replaced engine thermostat following "Service Engine Soon" light. |
| Mar | 2010 | 87000 | 450 | Replaced engine thermostat as result of "Service Engine Soon" warning light. |
| Sep | 2011 | 98000 | 148 | Replaced dead battery (AAA) |
| Mar | 2012 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 54000 | 0 | 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. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 45300 | 350 | Check engine warning light, reset. Replace worn door mechanism on driver's side. |
| Dec | 2009 | 47000 | 0 | Drive side door not unlocking, fixed. |
| Oct | 2010 | 50000 | 400 | Brakes worn and shudder during braking. Checked, but not replaced as not sufficient wear. Also replaced air filters, oil change and general checkup |
| Jun | 2012 | 58000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 3-Series 2-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| BMW in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 51000 | 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 | 700 | dead alternator |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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