| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1997 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (48%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (2%)
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- Engine
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
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Chart based on 42 repairs.
1997 BMW 5-Series suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (14%)
$1000 - $2499 (14%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (57%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1997 BMW 5-Series
Engine not specified
| 210000 mi US $3500 |
Loud power steering noises from having a cracked Power Steering Rack. Also, the front, rear, upper and lower control arm bushings were replaced due to being severely cracked and worn from age. |
| 75720 mi $250 |
shocks replaced new steering pump attached |
1997 BMW 5-Series 4-door
8-cylinder manual 2WD
| 94000 mi US $480 |
Rear ball joints worn, and were replaced. |
| 118954 mi US $1730 |
Replaced front control arms and ball joint, rear strut, links and shocks. |
| 168000 mi US $200 |
Steering wheel was shaking under braking. Replaced thrust arms (upper control arms) to fix problem. Found to be factory original at 168,000 miles. |
| 173000 mi US $500 |
Ball joint on center tie rod was failing, center tie rod, both outer tie rods, and idler arm replaced. Aligned afterwards (not reported, part of repair procedure). |
1997 BMW 5-Series 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 148000 mi US $150 |
Replaced rear wheel bearings. Right bearing had reached end of life, and was making noise at higher speeds. |
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