2010 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2010

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2010 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (6%)

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2010 BMW 3-Series brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (30%)

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2010 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

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

90000 mi

US $500
Pads and rotors 

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2010 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

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

78740 mi

C $300
New pads and rotors 
38000 mi

US $350
Brake lines exhibited cracking, all 4 lines were replaced. 

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2010 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

68000 mi

US $180
Brake [wear?] sensor damaged. Replaced. 

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2010 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

100440 mi Front brakes replaced 

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2010 BMW 3-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

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

103000 mi

US $250
Right rear speed sensor failed. Sensor had to be replaced. 

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2010 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

5000 mi Delay in brake action when roads very wet despite brake drying feature fitted to car. Dealer consulting manufacturer and will revert. 

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2010 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

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

48000 mi

US $50
ABS Failure indicated due to failed sensor in rear brake area. 

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2010 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

168-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

51000 mi

£880
Caliper corroded. Replaced with new pads and discs. 
66000 mi

£250
Caliper failure 

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2010 BMW 3-Series Brake Problems

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