| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1998 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (60%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Other
Chart based on 42 repairs.
1998 BMW 5-Series electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (40%)
< $100 (40%)
Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1998 BMW 5-Series
Engine not specified
| 210000 mi US $100 |
blower motor resistor failed, replaced it after failed repair attempt and no heat blowing |
| 118420 mi | Replace blower motor resistor (FSU) |
| 120580 mi C $600 |
Replace malfunctioning starter |
1998 BMW 5-Series 4-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| 215140 mi C $156 |
A/C needed recharge only |
| 215140 mi C $10 |
Starter cable disconnected from its main terminal point at the firewall under the steering column. Reconnected the cable with a new terminal lug. Corrosion and old age caused the copper to be totally disintegrated. |
1998 BMW 5-Series 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 121520 mi | Dealer had to change the light bulb. Otherwise no problems at all. |
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