2017 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2017

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2017 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (17%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (25%)

Other (0%)

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2017 BMW 3-Series repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 248hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

BMW 3-Series in Saskatchewan, Canada
May 2017 - Jun 2022
Feb 2021

19220 mi
Battery replaced. 

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2017 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Oct 2017 - Nov 2019
Jan 2018

1443 mi
Rear doors squeaking/creaking due to rubber and felt material brushing against the upper door trim. Dealer added Teflon tape around upper door trim to eliminate the issue. 

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2017 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States
Sep 2016 - Dec 2018
Oct 2017

6000 mi
Window / Door frame was squeaking when going over bumps. Dealer found the TSB for it and fixed it. 

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2017 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 248hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
May 2022

39000 mi
Water pump replaced under warranty. 
BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Feb 2021

21000 mi
There was a rattling sound when I accelerated under 30 mph 
Apr 2022

32000 mi
There was a coolant leak. I had the car towed to the dealer. There was a service bulletin for the issue: SI B17 01 21 The coolant line was replaced at no charge. 

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2017 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Jun 2017 - May 2020
Jun 2017

1300 mi
Fiber optic cable for ambient lighting located within aluminum trim is loose. Part is on national back-order. Entire interior door panel must be replaced as it's an integrated component. 
Jul 2017

1000 mi
CEL came on. Diagnosed as faulty temperature sensor. Replacement part on national back-order. Shop says safe to drive car. Code cleared and car returned until part becomes available for replacement. 
Sep 2017

4500 mi
Backordered accent LED lighting trim arrived. Original had loose internal part and rattled. Replaced free under warranty. Backordered temperature sensor arrived. Faulty one replaced. 

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2017 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

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

BMW 3-Series in New Hampshire, United States
Aug 2017 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

47000 mi

US $490
required new front rotors and pads 
Jun 2022

57000 mi

US $2000
rear rotors and pads 

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2017 BMW 3-Series Repair Histories

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