2012 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2012

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2012 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 171 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2012 BMW 3-Series.

2012 BMW 3-Series other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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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.

2012 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

39000 mi Original factory installed Tail lights. Both tail lights became loose and we're not secure. Connectors showed corrosion due to water being able to get into the housing. Both tail lights secured in place and connectors replaced. 

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2012 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

40000 mi Bad windshield washer fluid reservoir integrated fluid sensor triggering a persistent low fluid level indication. Replaced entire washer fluid reservoir. 
44020 mi the hood wouldn't open when the release handle was pulled twice. 

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2012 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 181hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

24180 mi Left stop light got detached from car body. 

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2012 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

13200 mi fixed wipers 

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2012 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

414-horsepower 4.0L V8 7-speed automated manual RWD

14000 mi

US $65
Front wheels shimmy at high speeds - took for a rebalance, no improvement 

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2012 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

414-horsepower 4.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD

19000 mi Back screen 
25100 mi The Rear Sun Screen continues to get stuck 

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2012 BMW 3-Series Other Problems

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