2013 BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series 2013

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2013 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (1%)

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2013 BMW 5-Series suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (86%)

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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.

2013 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon

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

43580 mi Air suspension left rear 

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2013 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon

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

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2013 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 560hp 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD

10800 mi Thumping noise on rear right suspension while going over bumps. Still waiting for parts to come in 
17000 mi Replaced all suspension parts, including shock absorbers and springs to solve a thumping sound coming from the rear suspension 

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2013 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 309hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

11160 mi Steering gear was renewed due to a small ticking noise 

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2013 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

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

65155 mi

US $524
Replaced noisy lower control arm bushings on both sides 

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2013 BMW 5-Series 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

65100 mi In the morning I heard a noise when going over bumpy road. The inferior part of the steering rod was replaced. 

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2013 BMW 5-Series Suspension Problems

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