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Air bag is broken steering is very hard to turn the computer system went out and 1S gear is having problems taking off. I fear for my life every time I drive my only car. Can you please help me with these recalls problems
One day my driver door panel just stopped working I could no longer roll down my front windows and only the back windows go down using the back window controls only. Also my blinkers randomly stopped working and the lighting in my car also does not come on in the dash area and inside mirror. When driving it is a danger because I cannot use a blinker or roll down the front window to signal that I need to make a turn.
Footwell module failed. This is a known issue by BMW. Device controls accessory lighting, central locking system, turn signals, and power windows. BMW si B01 20 16 released extending warranty on frm to 10 years, 152000 miles. Frm on my vehicle failed at 195,000. Total replacement cost was $1,000
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced failures with the air conditioning system and the convertible top. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was an electrical wiring issue with the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 17V676000 (electrical system) however, the VIN was not included. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact stated that the mirrors, turn signals, and headlights malfunctioned. Additionally, the doors locked and unlocked independently. The contact stated that several other electrical functions failed to operate as intended intermittently. Grayson BMW located 10671 parkside dr, knoxville, tn 37922, (865) 693-4555) was contacted and informed the contact that the foot well module needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 177,000.
- Knoxville, TN, USA
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My car is below 70K miles never over heated or had any issues but out of nowhere my trunk started unlocking on its on, killing my battery. My radio stopped working and I've been hearing noises from my door speakers. & now today my car will not start at all & if it does it turns off immediately.
Car would not start, did not respond to charging via jumper cables earlier that day. It started when connected to the charger by the tow truck operater. I was told to drive for 30-45 min by the BMW service center and the tow driver. While driving on a city street about 35 min later everything stopped, lights, electrical and engine. I was stranded in the middle of the road. I called police to help with traffic control as well as insurance for roadside assistance. Could not move the vehicle due to it was locked in place. And no hazard lights either. Had to call another tow truck. BMW service states it is the battery cable and will cost $3000 to fix.
The headlights, blinker lights, dash lights, interior lights, and power to the windows doesn't work. From my research online it is because of the footwell (frm) module going bad. The issue just started once I started the vehicle and nothing worked when it did prior to parking.
Connection between battery and fuse box is corroded and causing issues. This is already a recall for certain 2007 to 2011 BMW 3 series models but my specific VIN is not included and it is having the exact issue that the recall specifies on very similar cars. Car's dash lights, headlights, and radio flicker on and off and the car has completely shut off while driving before.
My car started giving error codes of chassis stabilization malfunction errors. It started draining the battery (new battery less than a year) where it needed to be jumped. The dealer said the power supply cable from the battery to the motor needs to be replaced. Vehicle started then wouldn't run normal and then battery was dead. Once jumped it ran but shakes bad.
BMW of North America, llc (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323I, 325I, 325xi, 328I, 328xi, 330I, 330xi, 335I, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328I xdrive, 335I xdrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335D vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat. Consequence wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended. I have been smelling burning rubber and at times it looks as if the car is smoking. I was notified of the matter but was out on bed rest due to high risk pregnancy. I did have the car serviced. Please advise!
When I get in my car I have to use my key to lock my car doors. As soon as I put the key in the ignition all my car doors unlock. I have to fight with the key and double taping on the lock button on my key seems to keep the doors locked. My back window passenger side won't stay closed. I have to fight with the electric window device and hold the electric window device when I close the window. It's like I have to be fast when I close the window and hold the electric window device when the window is up and closed.
Purchased a 2011 BMW 328I used it came with extended warranty the first issue I had was in my foot well module I came in from work parked car in drive way woke up the next morning to no headlights turn signals and car would not start I contacted BMW because there was a recall on the foot well module took car in to get everything checked out BMW replaced foot well module said everything was ok drove car home thinking everything was ok parked car woke up the next morning car was completely dead no power so I took battery to get tested and had to replace the battery also the battery terminal cause saftey terminal went off from there I replaced everything that was needed car has power but will not crank had it diagnostics said it was relay replaced all the relays in the car no start same issue had the crank position sensor replaced still no start battery good looked online to see that the frm could cause electrical issues which is clearly the issue but all problems to this point got worse since module was replaced by BMW dealership and diagnostics by them stating everything was ok. Ive literally exhausted my options of buying and replacing parts and the problem persist when I contacted BMW about the recall on the electrical problems with the foot well module instead of them just replacing a module and saying my electrical was ok when it clearly was not
Car ran rough after 190 mile trip. On verge of shutdown. Dealer diagnostics revealed # 1 fuel injector as intermittent. Replaced #2 with #1 injector & problem remained. Replaced dme control unit & car ran fine for 200 + miles and reverted to rough engine & vibration. Independent shop diagnostics showed #1 injector which was again replaced. 8 months later, problem reoccurred. Returned to shop & suggested repair/replacement of dme control unit. Returned to BMW dealer as dme was warrantied. After 4 hrs of diagnostics, cable harness injection valve replaced & car tested for 25 miles. P/N:12-51-7-605-050 @ $565.54. Car has 30,323 miles. This is 5-6 times w/same problem.all failures occurred while on interstate or multi-lane streets @ 45-75 miles/hr.
When I turn on my air conditioning my car overheats when I was driving home from work it started to overheat and I was stuck on the highway for about 2 hours I need this problem fixed as soon as possible I am in fear of this happening again
No power to fuse box. Automobile will not start. Dashboard is completely out. Recall in 2013 for this problem # 13V04000. Vehicle was in motion and cut off and wouldn't start. This happen in 5 concourse parkway parking deck. Nobody can find this recall. I need help
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact stated that the vehicle overheated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V676000 (electrical system), 13V044000 (electrical system), 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling), and 14V176000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the contact felt that the failure may be related to the recall campaigns. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
My 16 year old granddaughter was driving her BMW when all of a sudden a message popped up on the screen to use caution and take the car to a BMW service center for service. She is a new driver she could at that time could not drive over 20 mph. She was terrified. We called for a tow at her request. We sent for help
My 2011 328I started having problems with the windshield washer motor, then the heater motor cutting in and out, during a severe thunderstorm, put all the windows down (keys hanging on a rack inside my house) shorting out the center console module. Then the car was put away for the winter, the battery would not keep a charge, tried starting in the spring and the ECU electrical board fried out, this was not covered by factory or auto insurance (total cost for repairs $4500) 'ultimate driving machine' is a lie! BMW 'burned motor wiring'.
My vehicle was making a squealing noise, was louder when running but sitting still. Took it to a garage and valve cover gasket was leaking apparently. I know this happens to cars but my BMW is a 2011 with only 65500 miles at the time.. costed me 1000 dollars to fix and a month before this they did a recall on the PCV valve and had it tore apart. Maybe it was someone's mistake when reassembling the PCV valve heater during recall at BMW dealer at towne auto in williamsville near buffalo NY?? idk but that is low mileage for this to happen
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