2004 BMW 3-Series Body and Trim Problems and Repair Histories
2004 BMW 3-Series Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim problems reported via the Car Repair History and Car Reliability Surveys
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2004 BMW 3-Series for which no Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2004 BMW 3-Series problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car Body and Trim problem frequency.
For 2004 BMW 3-Series Body and Trim problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2004 BMW 3-Series Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim problems and repair histories that follow it.
BMW 3-Series Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2004 | BMW M3 | 20 M3s, 9.6 months of data per M3, average 73200 miles Small sample size. Join or 20 M3s, 9.6 months of data per M3, average 73200 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2004 | BMW 3-Series | 50 3-Series, 9.5 months of data per 3-Series, average 93400 miles Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.81 |
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2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 100 | Replaced center console hazard/lock button. | |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 0 | Realign skid plate - vibrating against exhaust parts. Rear linkage clunking - lubed joints | |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Repair broken console lid. under Warranty. | |
| Nov | 2008 | 41560 | 520 | Chrome trim around windows replaced due to pitting and discolouration. Chrome trim arround windows needs to be replaced due to pitting and discolouration. Parts on back order. |
| Mar | 2009 | 46240 | 250 | Reinstallation of rear mudflaps. The originals from the factory were not mounted properly. |
| Mar | 2013 | 89900 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 79000 | 2 | Driver's sun visor bracket. Bracket became loose over time and visor would unclip when rotating up and down. |
| Mar | 2013 | 132000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 29760 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 47120 | 50 | driver's door exterior window trim |
| Dec | 2012 | 65100 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 0 | Replaced leaking rear left shock, Replaced discolored driver side mirror. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 79360 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2005 | 0 | cup holder, front loose. | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 14000 | 200 | Sagging door seals due to defective adhesive. BMW has issued a service bulletin about this |
| Jan | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 46700 | 150 | Fixed a broken tab on the moonroof slider |
| Jan | 2013 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
235-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 44000 | 0 | Piece of rubber trim (window seal ?) from driver's side door fell off |
| Jan | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
235-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | Door Lining needed replacement under warranty. Both driver and passenger required this replacement. | |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in North Dakota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 58700 | 100 | The rear hat shelf was vibrating when driving over bumps or with subwoofer operation. |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 26000 | 0 | Had some "loose trim" replaced - front grille, trunk handle trim, and door seals. |
| Aug | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 42000 | 0 | Interior trim at sides of rear window material is coming loose. Headliner type material.rnMajor labor cost to remove panels and replace material.rnWill post when repairs are done.rn43k miles.rnNo more beamers for me!! |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 50000 | 0 | BMW logo on front of car was chipping and losing paint. Dealer said it happens all the time (all models). Dealer shipped a new one to the house (didnt have any in stock) so I could replace it. No charge. |
| Jun | 2011 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 53000 | 500 | New glovebox latch. |
| Sep | 2009 | 53000 | 275 | Glove box is jammed; cannot open. Dealer replaced latch but problem still not fixed. |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 3-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2004 | 0 | Convertible top rattles. | |
| Mar | 2005 | 0 | Convertible rattling. | |
| Oct | 2006 | 388 | Right ront inner roof liner bracket adjusted. | |
| Jul | 2011 | 77300 | 550 | Part of the rubber seal around the convertible top is loose. Told it would cost $1400 to repair. Decided to live with it. |
| Nov | 2012 | 81000 | 1398 | Loose Window Convertible Seal Detached |
| Mar | 2013 | 82000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 3-Series in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 0 | window rattle fixed, adjusted window travel and tightened power window track/mechanism, covered under CPO warranty | |
| Dec | 2012 | 52000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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