2009 BMW 1-Series BMW 1-Series 2009

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2009 BMW 1-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (11%)

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

1000 mi Clutch squeaked when depressed. Went to dealer for repair, discovered that the return spring needed to be greased. Completed and problem hasn't returned. 

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 201hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual RWD

4960 mi Oil was leaking from gearbox into clutch. Gearbox, clutch, flywheel replaced. 

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

10000 mi The gearbox assembly malfunctioned causing the car to go into failsafe mode. Car was towed to the dealer and part was replaced. The gearshift assembly malfunctioned causing the car to go into failsafe mode. Car was towed to the dealer and part was replaced. 

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