4.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
29,000 miles

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2010 BMW M3 drivetrain problems

drivetrain problem

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2010 BMW M3 Owner Comments

problem #2

Mar 122016

M3

  • 58,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Loud knocking noise and a ticking noise that whined up when accelerated and slowly whined down when the accelerator is released. It appears to be bad rod bearing and it occurred within an hour of an oil change at the dealership. According to online forums this is not an uncommon occurrence.

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #1

Mar 072011

M3 8-cyl

  • miles
When braking hard and downshifting smg seems to be confused as to what gear you want. Happens mostly when downshifting and braking hard then making a right turn. ## VIN passed ## 2010, BMW, M3 ##.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

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