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2006 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (34%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 348 repairs.
2006 BMW 5-Series transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (25%)
$1000 - $2499 (31%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (6%)
< $100 (25%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 74500 mi | Replacement of transmission part. |
| 45260 mi | Oil leak from Transmission. Parts ordered, and repairs under warranty to be covered, when fixed in March. |
| 110980 mi | Rear end worn out, $2200 cdn to replace with reconditioned (used) parts |
| 121000 mi US $921 |
Transmission had a small leak -> Replaced transmission wiring harness seal sleeve and performed full transmission service. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 161hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual RWD
| 22320 mi | A spring from the clutch pedal somehow came loose and fell to the floor. Replaced. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed automated manual RWD
| 89000 mi US $5700 |
Transmission failure. Replaced with remanufactured trans. |
| 35960 mi $3000 |
Transmission fluid slow leakage. Radiator ok but replace all hoses, connectors etc. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 152900 mi US $1300 |
Replaced transmission seal gasket. Changed transmission oil. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 109000 mi US $2000 |
transmission leak detected (pan was soaked), replaced transmission gasket, slow leak that occurred over long time (no idea how far back) |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| 90000 mi US $1400 |
Manual transmission case halves and shift rod seal were leaking. Transmission replaced. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 114080 mi €3000 |
leaking gearbox -- broken/fissured carter |
| 88700 mi US $2500 |
Leaking mechatronic sleeve replaced to fix hard shifts. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 82000 mi US $1071 |
AWD, DSC, ABS, EVP warning on iDrive. Replaced Transfer Case Actuator Motor |
| 103000 mi US $535 |
Leaking transmission. Replaced gasket, refilled with new fluid. |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 133700 mi C $300 |
Hard shifting into 1st/2nd gear,linkage ajustment done, no parts required. Annual inspection carried out, spark plugs replaced |
2006 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| 141000 mi US $1000 |
CV kit (boot and clips) replacement |
| 213000 mi | Worn front, driver's side axle |
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