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2007 BMW 3-Series Electrical and AC Problems and Repair Histories

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Year Make/Model Trips/Year/100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year  
2007 BMW 328 60 328s, 9.3 months of data per 328, average 60400 miles54
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 BMW 335 60 335s, 9.1 months of data per 335, average 55100 miles73
70% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 BMW 3-Series

Engine not specified

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2012 76000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 76000 0 Window regulator 

 

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 42780   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 45260 0 BLOWER MOTOR FAILURE 

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in Arkansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 17000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 30000 0 The driver side speakers stop working intermittently. The dealer could not replicate the problem.  
Mar 2013 57000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 9000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 13000 0 Drivers side lock actuator failed.  
May 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 45000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 68000 0 Both Front Door Lock actuator had to be replaced. 
Jan 2012 78000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 16000   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 74000 0 steering wheel lock warning came on unexpectedly. Tech said it was software, and reflashed. However, within a few days the bogus warning was back again. Oil change is due soon and I'll have them look at it again. 
Sep 2010 95000 100 Front L and R door lock actuators failed (proximate cause was blown fuse because of sticking and general malfunctioning. Replaced actuators and fuse. 
Mar 2013 130000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 28000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 34000 0 Central locking system failed, had to unlock driver's side door with key. Remote key fob would not unlock doors. Dealer replaced fuse and relay under warranty. 
Mar 2013 66000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 8000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 43000 78 Needed new battery. Interstate MTP-93 replaced under pro-rated warranty. 
May 2013 44000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2007 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 30000 900 Bluetooth SOS module failed, part ordered and installed 
Mar 2013 46000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 65000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 77000 440 Replaced battery 
Feb 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 24000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 29000 0 Tire pressure monitor was lying and saying I had a low/flat tire when I did not. They just reset or reflashed something to fix it. 
Sep 2009 32000 0 Car told me I had a low tire when I definitely didn't. This is especially annoying with RFTs because you can't visually tell. I was on edge during my road trip hoping at no point I'd actually gotten a flat. Simply reset, no fix. This is a repeat issue. 
Oct 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Ukraine
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 24180   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 24800 50 Front driver side door actuator 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 29000   First odometer entry
Feb 2013 57500 480 Right rear window lifter/ regulator 
Mar 2013 59000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 9000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 20000 0 Horn was inoperative. Reattached wire from horn. 
Nov 2011 30000 391 Rear window regulator broke. Window would not close. Regulator replaced. 
Mar 2013 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 27000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 27500 0 Door locks not working. Nav system freezing. Fixed under warranty 
Jan 2011 42000 0 AM reception was poor. It is still poor, but did not notify the dealer/mechanic. Will take it back after some time. 
Mar 2013 48000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 40000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 40000 0 Update to iPod software. 
May 2011 47000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 16000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 25000 0 Door lock solenoid replaced 
Sep 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Kansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 37000   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 40000 0 Car said brake pads were worn out. Actually was software calculation error--pads were still OK. New software flashed into car computer. 
Jun 2010 48000 0 Power door lock was squeaking on unlock. Dealer replaced both door lock actuators per TSB. Also had a sticking exterior door handle. Parts are on order.  
Jan 2011 50300 0 Rear power window regulator replaced.  
Jul 2012 55300 50 Had to put in new battery to replace original. Car requires computer resetting of adaptive values and battery capacity. Must be done at shop or with special equipment and software I don't have. 
Mar 2013 57000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 37000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 76000 50 Door locks stopped working. Remote access no longer worked. Needed to use mechanical key to open driver's door. Passenger doors and fuel tank refused to open. Dealer replaced both front door actuators and put in new 20A fuse. Light bulb warning popped up on dash. Read out code: CC-ID 132. Dealer checked for shorts and replaced bulb assembly. No actual defects observed by owner. 
Mar 2013 87000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2012 39000   First odometer entry
Feb 2013 39000 0 Passenger airbag malfunction 

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 0 iDrive system constantly crashing. Sunroof constantly going into anti-trap function. Navigation system extremely slow and crashing. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 26000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 28000 0 Sideview mirror motor failed 
May 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 26000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 31700 420 Windshield washer pump failed and was replaced. 
Dec 2012 35000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Jul 2007 4000 0 iPod problem, would switch mode form iPod to FM radio after 10-20 min. 
Aug 2007 5000 0 iDrive display went out. Problem diagnosed as faulty cable, which needed to be ordered from Germany. Cable replaced and problem solved. Took over 3 weeks to get new cable - not good. 
Aug 2008 17000 0 Sunroof not opening properly - corrected by initializing the sunroof operation 
May 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 15000   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 16000 0 Driver side rear view mirror would not move when pressing driver side memory button. Apparently this is an issue noted by the manufacture according to the dealer. Part replaced, problem solved to date. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 34720   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 42160 100 window pinch protection warning came on 
Mar 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 52000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 53000 0 SOS light came on. BMW of Columbia said they'd come get the car and give a loaner. They never did and have had no correspondence since. 

 

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 42000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 43000 0 Oil change sensor falsely indicated oil change due 
Jul 2012 89000 1300 Bad halo lamp (halogen headlamp) 
Nov 2012 98500 175 Right Angel Eye bulb went out. Replaced both left and right units with LEDs. 
Mar 2013 108000 35 Recall work - replaced battery cable and fuse box. Car had been stalling. 

 

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 54000 0 Oil level sensor failed 
Oct 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 6000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 75000 80 Windshield washer pump not working 
Dec 2011 90000 500 Rear window regulator failed (window would not roll up/down). Immediately took car in to have regulator replaced. 
Apr 2013 109000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 12000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 27000 0 The rear passenger side window would not go up using the driver control. The window motor was replaced at no charge. 
Oct 2009 34000 0 BMW assist was never activated. When I tried to activate, it was defective and needed replacement. All under warranty. 
Nov 2010 44000 0 passenger rear window would not close from driver controls, one of the two buttons was not working one of two horn buttons was not working. successful repair. 
Mar 2013 66000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 43000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 46000 0 Vehicle has keyless operation. One key fob not working. Dealer indicated that door handle was the problem. Replaced 
Mar 2013 54000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 30000   First odometer entry
May 2010 32000 0 iPod adapter will not recognize my iPod. Dealer wants to charge $300, since they claim it does not fall under warranty, therefore I didn't have them do the work at the time. 
Jul 2010 34000 0 iPod adapter finally fixed under warranty by a cooperative dealer. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 30000 0 Car went in to fix the radio, a problem noted under warranty, but car was days out of warranty. Dealer replaced radio.  
Dec 2012 40000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 43400   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 63240 200 Replaced HID light and Halo light myself - quite the task since required removing wheel, inner fender to get at part 
Mar 2013 66340   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 10000 0 Driver mirror was not holding memory positions. Mirror motor was replaced and it has worked perfectly ever since. 
Oct 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 6000 0 Computer shows 25,000 or 2 years for first oil change, wasnt fixed in the first trip, still isnt fixed. 
Aug 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2007 4000 0 Nav was sluggish; missing poi search; missing arrow display groaning noise from engine compartment when A/C is on. dealer said refrigerant was low. dealer could not properly diagnose due to cool temperatures. will bring back next summer. 
Dec 2007 5000 0 A/C compressor went bad. 
Jun 2008 9000 0 DVD Drive failure. 
Jul 2008 9000 0 New DVD drive installed. 
Jul 2011 38000 50 door lock actuator replaced on 3 out of 4 doors. 
Apr 2012 44700 0 noisey fan windows not closing 
Feb 2013 52000 50 DVD Player malfunction. 
Mar 2013 53000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 9000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 14000 0 Bad speaker in drivers door. Speaker replaced 
May 2010 18000 0 Interactive cruise control stopped working. Replaced sensor under warranty. Would have been ~ $400 if not under warranty. 
Mar 2013 37000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2007 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 23000 0 A/C was performing poorly, alternator was loud. Refrigerant was found to be low. Source of leak not identified. Refrigerant topped off. A/C cools and alternator is quiet. 
Mar 2013 75000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2012 86000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 86700 100 Replaced both rear window regulators under CPO warranty. $100 deductable 
Mar 2013 88000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 10000   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 11000 0 Condition-based maintenance computer did not reflect miles driven in first year - started with 16,ooo miles until maintenance and did not change in 10,000 miles 
Apr 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 20000   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 25000 0 A light bulb was out. The dealer replaced the bulb and changed engine oil, replaced air filter. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 41000   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 45000 0 Right door actuator failed. Fuse blew for all doors. Could't open any door except driver's door could open with key and manual from inside. Used emergency opener for fuel filler door. Installed front door actuators and bigger(20 amp)fuse  

 

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 44000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 74000 50 window lock out switch was stuck in on (down) position 

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 24000   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 48000 70 Right headlight replaced. No charge for labor. That was weird but cool. 
Nov 2011 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 8000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 88000 50 Passenger's rear window motor failed, warning light lit. Dealer replaced window regulator, solved problem. 
May 2013 122000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Victoria, Australia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 0 Replaced front door locks and replaced central locking fuse with a higher voltage.  
Feb 2011 18600   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 29000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 34000 0 replaced TPM sensors on two tires and regulator for TPM system. 
Oct 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 9000 0 Tyre pressure monitor would not reset. This is a known problem affecting a small number of cars and requires the whole ECU to be reprogrammed from scratch which takes a couple of hours. Car was returned washed and vacuumed. 
Apr 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 18000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 24000 0 Door lock actuators malfunction & related fuse blown requiring replacement of both. 
Mar 2013 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 36000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 37000 0 Replaced telematic control unit. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in District of Columbia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 8000 0 Right rear window would not close when fully opened unless the window switch was rapidly used or after waiting for 30-60 seconds. Mechanical binding in the window regulator caused the motor to activate the anti-trap feature. Regulator replaced. 
Oct 2009 15000 0 Central locking system failed and only the driver door and the fuel door could be opened (they are the only ones that can be manually unlocked). Front two lock actuators were replaced. 
Mar 2013 40000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Hawaii, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 18000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 26000 0 Driver door lock would not open except with key. 
Aug 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 9000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 25000 0 Electric door lock relays failed. Dealer replaced both under warranty. 
Feb 2010 33000 0 Headlight burned out. 
Mar 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 43000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 50000 800 Climate control module stopped working, went completely dead and blank, no lights, no functions, no heat-cooling or even fresh air circulation. Dealer ordered and replaced with new module and did required reprogramming of unit. 
Mar 2013 61000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 0 Locking system stopped working. Dealer replaced front door units and control module. Warranty. 
Oct 2011 40000 50 Driver side mirror would not fold in properly, nor would mirror adjust to an angle allowing safe rearward vision. 
Jul 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 37000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 38000 150 Rear left window regulator died. Windows was stuck in down position. Part had to be replaced the same day. 

 

BMW 3-Series in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2012 93000   First odometer entry
Feb 2013 94000 900 Car started cranking slowly. Car still has original battery. Replace with new battery. Finally car stopped cranking. Starter motor failed. Replaced with remanufactured non-OEM starter motor. very complicated to replace starter motor. 

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 23000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 35700 425 Faulty air bag sensor in front right door replaced Side mirror doesn't adjust correctly. Would cost $800 to fix. 
May 2012 40700 980 motor in the side mirror was broken, 
Mar 2013 46000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 21000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 22000 0 voice command not working BMW assist button inoperative; telephone volume through bluetooth inaudible, could not be increased. Still in the shop after 3 days - second visit this month 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 54000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 59000 0 iDrive stopped working. No handsfree, radio, NAV, etc. 
Aug 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 7000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 23000 883 Central door locks completely non-functional. Doors could not be unlocked, either using the fob or the door lock button. Only the driver's door has a mechanical override, so none of the other doors could be used at all!! 
Mar 2013 30000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 34000   First odometer entry
Feb 2013 51500 0 Front directional quit working - replacement bulb didn't help. Apparently corrosion frequently necessitates replacement of the socket on these cars - although none is visible that will be my next step. Still not resolved. 
Mar 2013 52000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 5000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 60000 345 A/C wasn't blowing out cold air as expected, had system tested for leaks and none found. Freon installed back into car plus .1 oz topped off. Was told no problems with a/c system. 
Mar 2013 88000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 16000 0 Flash drive music does not play properly 
Aug 2012 75700 257 Not Cooling. Freon Low 
Mar 2013 82000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

BMW 3-Series in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 23000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 27000 0 Warning light on the dash went off indicating an electrical fault. Went into dealer. It turned out to be right front headlight. Replaced under warranty in 45 min.  
Nov 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Oregon, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 39000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 39000 0 Door lock actuator failed 
Mar 2013 58000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 20000 0 blown fuse 
Aug 2010 23000 0 cigarette lighter did not work. Dealer aligned contacts to fix. 
Nov 2010 25000 0 Door locks would not operate 
Sep 2011 29000 0 driver-side mirror motor intermittently stopped working. 
Mar 2013 43000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

BMW 3-Series in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 24000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 41700 0 Central locking switch malfunctioned. Fuse blown, replaced by BMW dealer. Tested all lock sending units, could not re-replicate problem. Fuse replacement worked to solve problem. 
Mar 2013 89000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed manual RWD

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 44020   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 44020 0 Light bulb burned out; dealer replaced it Rear passenger window would often not close; motor needed replacing 
Mar 2013 63240 465 Replaced squealing fan motor 
May 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2012 50000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 50000 600 Engine would not start. Jumper points in the engine compartment wouldn't work. Had to have tow operator jump from the battery. Same problem occurred in March 2012. Now in the shop 3 days and waiting. 

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

BMW 3-Series in Singapore
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 15500   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 17360 0 CLA not function due to blown fuse.  
May 2013 81220 500 Loud rattling noise from engine . Isolated to alternator bearing defect. First change after 132Km. 

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 24000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 27000 0 Valet lock triggered by accident, fixed without problem. Dumb err on my part, did not know about switch inside of glovebox! No other problems on this occasion, with exception of re-setting Service light. 
Mar 2013 36000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 26000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 28000 0 Rear speaker not working and replaced 
Jul 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2012 66000   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 66000 9000 evaporator leaking, replaced 

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 7000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 10700 0 Replaced driver side lumbar switch. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Hardtop conv.

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 25000   First odometer entry
May 2011 29000 0 The rain sensor for the windshield wipers was not working. Sensor was replaced and rain sensor wipers work per spec. 
Dec 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 33000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 55700 0 CUST STATES VEHICLE WOULD NOT START THIS A.M. SEEMED LIKE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS INOP OR BATTERY WAS FAILED, CUST THEN CHECKED BATTERY SHOWED 13 VOLTS, WHEN REMOTE WAS OPERATED AGAIN AND THEN THE VEHICLE STARTED ADVISE SEE KEITH N. 
Dec 2012 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 34000   First odometer entry
May 2011 45000 0 Satnav DVD system replaced 
Jul 2012 63000 50 Dashboard died. 
Mar 2013 69000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2007 2000 0 BMW Assist could not pick up my location on the GPS. Software reflash needed to correct problem. 
Feb 2008 10000 0 Brake light warning light came on with hard braking. The brake force bulb and bulb housing needed to be replaced, parts ordered. 
Sep 2009 26000 0 Electric Steering wheel lock was not engaging correctly, and wouldn't allow me to turn on car sometimes. Yellow warning light present on dash when there would be a lock error. 
Mar 2013 45000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 17000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 19000 0 light bulb housing replaced 
Aug 2012 38700 450 outside memory for mirror will not work properly. 
Dec 2012 43000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 4000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 45000 0 Replace windshield washer pump 
Mar 2013 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 52000 1200 Car would not start. Towed to dealer for repair. Dealer diagnosed a short circuit with the water pump causing battery to drain. 
Feb 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 12000 0 Active cruise control inoperative. Fix involved adjusting the sensor. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 27000   First odometer entry
May 2013 102000 750 Steering position sensor module had to be replaced, and car re-programmed. This module includes turn signal, wiper and cruise control levers & switches, as well sensors and a micro-processor module. Cuts across several systems. 

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

BMW 3-Series in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 2480   First odometer entry
May 2007 3720 0 TPMS warning light reset. Second time, first in November. From email. 
Jun 2007   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 0 Replace LED tail light, Replace broken cup holder, Replace broken a/c vent adjuster 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Nevada, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 18000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 20000 0 TCU failed. Could not connect to BMW Assist. New TCU installed. Problem fixed. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Utah, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 32000 0 Daytime running light. Right 
Nov 2009 35000 0 Front corona light bulb, Low coolant, oil change 
May 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2013 67000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 67000 2500 A/C evaporator core leak. No A/C. 

 

BMW 3-Series in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 33480   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 40300 0 Bulb warning light went off. Reseated the brake light bulbs and it went away. 
May 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 39000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 59000 0 DRL replacement. Second, did first myself in about 20 minutes. It helps to have small hands. 
Mar 2013 98000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 38000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 45300 10 Driver side halo bulb failed 
Jan 2013 50000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2007   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 43000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 58000 50 Xenon headlight failed. Igniter / ballast replaced. 

 

BMW 3-Series in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 52000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 69000 50 Replaced left rear tailloght lenses assembly. LED 's not operational. Work completed under BMW CPO.  
Jan 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 17000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 26000 0 Side view mirror motors problem. 
Oct 2009 32000 0 Automatic seat belt does not retract all the way. 
Oct 2012 65000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 8000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 13300 73 Replace bulb socket on right rear side. 
Mar 2013 17000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 36000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 36000 0 Brake light. 
Jul 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 22000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 24000 0 Audio system quit. New radio ordered and installed. It was defective. Another radio ordered and installed.  
Mar 2013 38000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 1000   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 11000 0 Rear light holders and connections replaced from indication of light out but bulbs still working 

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

BMW 3-Series in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0 Factory head unit replaced due to CD player not functioning. Replaced under warranty with no cost to me. No other problems. 
Sep 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 36000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 42000 0 daytime running "halo" light on passenger side went out. 
Jun 2012 66000 0 Power rear sunshade stuck in open position. Not responsive at all (i.e. no sound or movement when button is pushed). Not covered under warranty. Cost to repair $1000. 

 

BMW 3-Series in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 6000 0 Had the infamous 6fl USB/Ipod interface switching problem where iPod would randomly switch to FM radio. First visit in Dec. could not find TSB on issue but ordered new cable (backorder) when cable arrived in Feb. and checked again and found a BMW TSB ... 
Feb 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2012 88000   First odometer entry
May 2012 88000 1500 active headlight failure, light bulb failure, condensation on bulb housing. 

 

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2007 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

BMW 3-Series in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Nov 2007 5000 0 adaptive brake lightbulb needed to be changed because of voltage fluctuations triggering exterior light failure warning. 
Jun 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

BMW 3-Series in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 38000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 44300 0 Driver's side rear tail light wasn't working. Brake and turn signal lights within same cluster functioned. Changed bulb, checked and cleaned contacts prior to taking to dealer. Entire cluster was replaced under warranty. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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