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2017 BMW i3 repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (67%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2017 BMW i3 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatch

168-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

BMW i3 in Colorado, United States
Mar 2022 - Jun 2022
Apr 2022

34000 mi

US $150
12V battery replaced and complete computer system updated,  replaced the park distance control modular 

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2017 BMW i3 4dr Hatch

168-horsepower Electric + Gas 1-speed automatic RWD

BMW i3 in Texas, United States
Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
Mar 2022

42000 mi
Seat heater stopped working (think a spill) and module replaced. Covered under CPO warranty but would have been $700. 
BMW i3 in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2021 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021

48000 mi
REX replaced due to metal shavings in oil. 
BMW i3 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
Nov 2021

37000 mi

US $220
Low voltage battery failed, producing a burning sulfur smell with steam coming out of the battery overflow valve behind the front right wheel. Electrical system stopped working, requiring use of physical key to access vehicle, which set off the car alarm until a tow could be arranged several hours later. Battery was covered under warranty as was the tow. 
BMW i3 in California, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

6000 mi
Charging errors with DCFC (DC Fast Chargers) 

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2017 BMW i3 Repair Histories

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