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2011 BMW X3 repairs by problem area
Engine (38%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (5%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (10%)
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 168 repairs.
2011 BMW X3 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (9%)
< $100 (69%)
Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2011 BMW X3
Engine not specified
| 45000 mi | AC not working |
2011 BMW X3 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 37500 mi | Replaced driver door lock actuator. |
| 29000 mi | car did not auto switch to different car seat, side view mirror positions based on remote control of individual opening it. |
| 44000 mi | Radio would intermittently lose previously set radio station. tech found TSB in BMW database to fix it. Fix did not fix it; still happens but less frequently |
| 45000 mi US $55 |
system will not cool and will blow hot air, when ambient temp over 90F and engine temp at 250+ |
| 65000 mi US $1200 |
A/C Evaporator developed a leak and lost refrigerant and lack of cooling |
| 74702 mi US $80 |
AC Micro filters in engine compartment fouled by smoke from leaking valve cover. Had to be replaced. |
| 53000 mi US $850 |
Two taillight led modules had to be replaced |
| 33300 mi US $50 |
Passenger side air vent is not blowing at any fan speed. Excessive play on fresh air nozzle. Remove and install right fresh air grill. Rear hatch door will not unlock with central lock switch on dash. Replaced tail gate switch/push-button. |
| 34720 mi | Left rear brake lamp malfunction. |
| 27300 mi | A/C Sensor stopped working |
| 69000 mi | Replaced battery and programmed computer, updated software |
| 71000 mi US $800 |
Electric folding driver's mirror stopped folding. Unit was replaced. |
2011 BMW X3 4dr SUV
turbocharged 181hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 57660 mi | Rear door lock problem |
2011 BMW X3 4dr SUV
240-horsepower 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 93000 mi | Error message "battery discharging while stopped" |
| 97000 mi US $611 |
Several issues with car — replacing battery fixed them. |
| 103540 mi ¤500 |
New battery installed |
| 107260 mi ¤1500 |
A/C Compressor stopped working all the sudden |
| 162440 mi ¤1700 |
AC Compressor and condenser replaced with new |
| 45000 mi US $200 |
Replaced battery |
| 65000 mi US $4000 |
Condenser |
| 58900 mi C $123 |
12 volts outlet stopped working on the front and back console. Fuse has been changed many times already |
| 40800 mi | needed replacement |
| 7300 mi | The tire pressure monitor was giving malfunction notifications. |
| 13000 mi US $200 |
The tire pressure monitor was giving malfunction notifications. |
| 16000 mi | Tire pressure monitor reported failure |
| 1116 mi | Rear hatch opens sporadically when using remote fob. Indicator on dash states that rear hatch stll open when it has been closed. |
| 1209 mi | Rear hatch still not functioning properly. Dealer advised that hatch cylinder(s) are leaking. Ordered new parts. To be installed in two weeks. |
| 14920 mi | Indication that front hood was open. Dealer replaced sensor and latches |
| 20660 mi | Reset computer for false maintenance warning on brake pad replacement |
| 5000 mi | While talking on my Bluetooth, I arrived home. To disconnect the call, I had to walk quite a distance. The vehicle was completely shut off. When I walked closer, the phone reconnected to the Bluetooth. Happened 3 separate days/calls. Not every time, but frequently, when I push the button the second time to turn the vehicle off, the windshield wipers "jump" from the resting position. The windshield wipers have not been on when this happens. My memory seats do not "remember" the settings. This has happened a few times, but not all of the time. |
| 5000 mi | Memory on seats fixed. Replaced combox to fix Bluetooth. My phone wouldn’t pair when got home. Sent someone to my house to assist. After several attempts (and 2 phone calls), he was able to successfully pair the phone. Have had a couple of problems with it since then. Dealer saying both that the wipers "jump" by design, to keep them from dry rotting to the windshield, and that they can't replicate this. Which? |
| 5000 mi | Went through BBB, got car bought back by BMW. Continuing problem with Bluetooth, new one with RDS feed. |
| 45000 mi | Battery needs replacement. Took to the dealership. Dealer quoted $600 for a $140 battery + labor. Taking to an independent shop to replace. Will update when done. Replaced from independent Mechanic. Charged $250 including battery registration with the car. |
| 38000 mi | AC lost cooling capacity, rear window sensors failed, rear hatch motor failed, locking system failed, windshield wipers would not shut off, lights and radio would not shut off with locking. Failure of relay in front fuse block. |
| 42000 mi | battery died |
| 59800 mi | Battery discharge warning light came on. Dealer checked charging system and determined the battery needed replaced. |
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