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BMW 4-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (3%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (17%)

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BMW 4-Series electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (87%)

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2021 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 382hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

2480 mi My iphone 13 was not connecting with vehicle system, after 4 weeks of driving the vehicle. Dealer stated it needed a new Monitor Head. 
7800 mi Body control module was reset to resolve an issue with the car not recognizing the keys 

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2017 BMW 4-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

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

3000 mi Repair console power outlet 

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2017 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 444hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

89522 mi

US $44
Ground strap between transmission and body had corrosion, replaced with BMW part#12-42-7-851-221 

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2016 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

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

6300 mi Problem was the front camera that would fail whenever the external temperature was too high. Failure would also occur when direct sunlight hit the front camera 

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2015 BMW 4-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

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

35000 mi

US $390
Battery not charging. R&R battery 

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2015 BMW 4-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

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

29760 mi

C $400
OUTSIDE TEMP SENSOR SHORTED 

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2015 BMW 4-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

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

5300 mi Passenger Window regulator replacement. Window would occasionally fail to close on closing convertible top. Very intermittent. 

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2015 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

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

60000 mi

US $200
Poor low speed dehumidification 

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2014 BMW 4-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

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

2500 mi Remote entry system has intermittent failures Intermittent failure of remote entry system. Unit replaced. Works fine. 
10500 mi REM system module failed - lighting system problem warrning, top etraction and trunk release didn't work 

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2014 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

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

19840 mi Left rear turn signal light bulb holder melted. 

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2014 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

24180 mi Ambience lighting dim 

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2014 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

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

28000 mi Doors not unlocking reliably. 
27000 mi door handle doesn't unlock door. the problem still occurs occasionally. 
40000 mi Turn signal malfunction 

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2014 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

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

6000 mi Passenger's electric seat stopped working, locked at full forward position. 
24000 mi Fans racing temp gauge not moving water pump thermostat replaced 

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2014 BMW 4-Series 2dr Coupe

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

24180 mi Started flashing fast and a warning in the dash. Replaced rear turn signal unit entirely. 

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BMW 4-Series Electrical Problems

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