2008 BMW X3 BMW X3 2008

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2008 BMW X3 repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (1%)

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2008 BMW X3 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (25%)

$1000 - $2499 (38%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (13%)

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

2008 BMW X3 4dr SUV

turbocharged 174hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

43400 mi

A $100
Transfer Shift Case Motor needs replacing 

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2008 BMW X3 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

133000 mi

US $4000
Rear differential replacement,  
108000 mi

US $1200
Replaced driveshaft,  
100440 mi

C $2500
Transfer case required rebuild 
83000 mi

US $2400
Drive Guibo, 
130000 mi

US $1200
Transfer Case replaced with actuator 

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2008 BMW X3 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

56000 mi Rear sports differential seal replacement TSB. 

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2008 BMW X3 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

49600 mi

$500
Transfer case actuator motor gear 

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2008 BMW X3 Transmission Problems

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