| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2011 BMW 1-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (4%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 148 repairs.
2011 BMW 1-Series transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (14%)
$1000 - $2499 (29%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (57%)
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.
2011 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 7-speed automated manual RWD
| 53000 mi US $1500 |
Transmission pan replaced because it was leaking Transmission reprogrammed because the DCT transmission was jerky at low speeds or while coming to a stop. The revs would build up and fall down. Software was updated to fix the problem. |
| 64000 mi | Oil seepage. Gaskets replaced |
2011 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 7-speed automated manual RWD
| 8000 mi | Software update to correct erratic idle and failure to engage engine from standing start. Problem related to transmission software. |
| 15900 mi | Remove and replace transmission to remove and replace O-Ring that was leaking. O-Ring is part of Wire harness that connects to top of transmission. Repair required overnight stay in dealership. Repair stopped leak. |
2011 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 137000 mi US $2293 |
Clutch replacement. The OEM part was quite expensive. I obtained an aftermarket 5 series clutch that fits from ECS Tuning. |
| 156000 mi US $3675 |
Reverse synchro broke. Parts aren't available to properly repair transmission - dealer expects you to buy a new one. But shop was able to open, remove the broken synchro, and reseal the transmission. |
2011 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 25000 mi US $1000 |
Shifter shaft seal cracked and was leaking transmission fluid |
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