Power Train Problems of BMW 320

BMW 320 owners have reported 3 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission failure (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of BMW 320

Problem Category Number of Problems
Automatic Transmission problems
2
Transmission Failure problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of BMW 320

The Automatic Transmission problem

Vehicle intermittently vibrates and lunges forward. Prior to these events, vehicle experiences loss of power, tachometer enters the red zone, and the transmission whines. Diagnosed as a transmission problem.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

This is 2nd failed transmission in 58577 miles. Original transmission failed at approx 21000 and was replaced under warranty by BMW. Crevier BMW was informed of problems with 2nd transmission may 2000 and stated they could not duplicate the problem, though made note of issue.   Read details...




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