2011 BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series 2011

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2011 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

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

Other (4%)

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2011 BMW 5-Series brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (40%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (40%)

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2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

34000 mi Was receiving a message that the brake pads needed replacing. Took it to the dealer and they reset the computer. 

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2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD

14460 mi Dynamic drive malfunction. Required new pump from Germany 

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2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

240-horsepower 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

87000 mi

US $3871
front brakes complete, rear brakes rotors, brake fluid flush. 
65000 mi

US $700
Was due for rear brake service 

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2011 BMW 5-Series 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

65720 mi

$800
Replaced brake pads and rotor 

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2011 BMW 5-Series Brake Problems

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