BMW 7-Series BMW 7-Series

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BMW 7-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 187 repairs.
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BMW 7-Series other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (22%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

4533 mi

C $1500
Replaced faulty radar module 

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2009 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

59400 mi Vibration in steering wheel at 75-85 mph. Dealer found minor rim damage on 3 rims. Rims sent to 3rd party for repair -- trued and balanced rims. Remounted & rebalanced tires and the problem was resolved. Steady up to 110 now. 

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2008 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

49000 mi Left Rear Comfort Access Door Handle Replaced 

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2007 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

92522 mi

US $800
DVD Navigation Drive Computer in Trunk failed to read DVD's requiring entire DVD drive replacement. Fuel tank hard to fill due to clogged charcoal canister assembly. Replaced under warranty. 

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2006 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

83000 mi

US $150
Cracked passenger-side front rim. Shop was able to weld and repair the wheel. 
72000 mi

US $550
Front passenger window was stuck. Tapping with a hammer freed it. 

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2002 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

181000 mi

US $350
Windshield Washer Fluid Leaking out of Reservoir. Parts ordered. 

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2001 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

125000 mi

US $200
replaced radiator and cooling fan and clutch 

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BMW 7-Series Other Problems

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