2016 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2016

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2016 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (47%)

Other (5%)

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2016 BMW 3-Series body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (5%)

< $100 (95%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

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

5580 mi M Sport steering wheel leather faded prematurely and badly. Suspect defect. Warranty approved replacement but replacement wheel was damaged (pock marks on leather) during shipping so another had to be ordered. 
Replacement of M Sport steering wheel with brand new unit. 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 425hp 3.0L I6 7-speed automated manual RWD

14000 mi trim strip on right side of roof became loose. Dealer replaced double sided tape beneath strip. As of 12.1.17 repair has failed 
15000 mi trim strip on roof became loose. clips & double-sided tape replaced this time 
7000 mi Squeaky door seals. Lubricant coating added to all door seals. 
11000 mi Replaced door seals to resolve creaking noise. Temporarily solved issued but returned later. Forums indicate that dirt gets in seals and causes noise for all shadow line trim cars. Seals require regular cleaning and lubircation 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Rubbing noise from all doors when car goes over speed bumps. 
7500 mi Loose front door panels 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

9400 mi Rattles from left window. Only slightly improved after multiple visits. 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

5000 mi Issue was various interior rattles in the doors. The shop was quickly able to diagnose the issue (door locks rubbing against interior parts) and attempted fixes to each door. 
7000 mi More interior rattles near the trunk area. Haven't been able to completely take care of the issue yet. Excellent vehicle otherwise. 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

2440 mi misaligned trunk lid 
13640 mi Engine cover was rattling - replaced 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

23000 mi Leather on steering wheel was bubbling. The steering wheel was replaced. 
2000 mi Buzzing from passenger side door panel. Dealer installed felt tape and padding inside door panel on trim contact points and noise went away 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

6700 mi Rear speaker deck rattles over rough pavement and left rear door rattles Told me they fixed it and the rattle remain. 
7000 mi Rear speaker deck rattles over rough pavement and left rear door rattles Told me they fixed it and the rattles remain. 
23119 mi Wind noise from left front, adjusted door and replaced outer door seal. Third attempt. Rattle in rear deck, identified and applied felt tape 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

noise around passenger front door when going over rough surfaces. was addressed with teflon tape in door frame. Repair mostly sucessfull, but problem still present on occasion. 

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2016 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

Rattle coming from center stack, repaired through reinforcing plastic in center stack. 
Pearl chrome trim on dash creeks when going over road imperfections. Dealer found that not all the clips were installed. Properly installed trim piece and fixed the problem. 
17000 mi Continued rattle issues, some rattles repaired but others persist 
21300 mi Rattle from driver's door lock pin, fixed in a couple hours 
32000 mi Steering wheel rattle fixed 
33000 mi

US $150
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2016 BMW 3-Series Body Problems

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