2014 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2014

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2014 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (8%)

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2014 BMW 3-Series body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (4%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (96%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 BMW 3-Series

Engine not specified

12000 mi Creaking noise in center console at slow speeds 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

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

Moonroof makes wind sound. Dealer unable to replicate. 
3000 mi Weather stripping on rear doors was shrinking dramatically. 
4700 mi Rear door weather stripping shrinking. Ordered parts previously and now needed to be installed. 
14000 mi Passenger side rear window (door) has rubber trim piece that has shrunk over an inch. This was a problem at delivery for the drivers side. 
7320 mi Wrong exterior weatherstrip installed at factory. 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

35000 mi weatherstripping on drivers door 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

6000 mi Drive seat adjustment electric switch plate was loose. Replaced whole seat adjustment module located on driver's seat. 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

12000 mi Removal of sunroof water drain grommet 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

14700 mi Right trunk lid tail light was falling off. Known problem with cars of this vintage. 
37000 mi Moonroof internal rain gutter broke preventing the opening of the sunshade. 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

46000 mi Replaced peeling vent chrome Dash trim replaced due to peeling. Most likely caused by previous owner negligence Driver door seal replaced due to hole worn in. Likely caused by previous owner negligence 
620 mi Minor adjustments to trim were needed 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

62000 mi Door Pin Rattle, Dealer Diagnose was Window Guard Rail. Replacing the Window Guard did not fix the rattle.  From online help, I was able to fix the problem by lining felt tape on the door pin holder. 
27000 mi Rear overheard brake light housing was rattling when driving on rough roads or listening to music with bass. Dealer added felt tape around the housing to prevent the noise. 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

14200 mi Seat had a crack in it and two air conditioning vent pulleys trim were bubbling. 
8800 mi Had squeaking coming from trim surrounding HVAC unit. Dealer removed trim, lined with felt tape and reinstalled. Problem solved! 
8300 mi rattles come from front passenger door. 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

42000 mi Moonroof trim flopped in 
8000 mi Gas tank cover no longer aligned with body trim. Cover replaced by dealer. 
10000 mi Banging in the rear of the car and buzz in the steering column 
10200 mi Steering column cover replaced. 
14000 mi

US $96
Rattle in front passengers door 

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2014 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 180hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

6000 mi Tail lamp housing and C-pillar trim loose. Shop noticed former, for which there is a TSB. I noticed the latter. 
9300 mi Rear knocking sound, diagnosed by dealer as noise from rear seat seat back 

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2014 BMW 3-Series Body Problems

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