| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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%)
Chart based on 228 repairs.
2011 BMW 5-Series other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (13%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (13%)
< $100 (63%)
Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 79000 mi US $200 |
Door latch failing |
2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 65100 mi C $1700 |
Also problems with driver door freezing up. |
| 45000 mi | dirvers door randomly locks you in! WTF BMW couldn't figure it out for weeks |
2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 93000 mi US $2900 |
Front passenger door lock doesn't always unlock with pull (cable feels loose) Rear window shade would not electronically retract, it would try but get stuck before any movement was performed |
| 30000 mi US $75 |
Trunk springs/shock absorber failed, causing the trunk to fly open |
2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 51600 mi US $60 |
Trunk lid return shock seemed broken as it flew open (in a way that could hurt). I ordered and replaced the right-side spring & shock per online instructions. Less than a half hour. |
2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 241hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 102920 mi €50 |
Rear Trunk lid retension shock absorber had to be replaced. The trunk lid was opening too quickly & harshly. |
2011 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
240-horsepower 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 9000 mi | Washer reservoir tank leaking. |
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