Underbody Shield problems of the 2000 BMW 323

Three problems related to underbody shield have been reported for the 2000 BMW 323. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Underbody Shield problem

Failure Date: 09/27/2005

2000 BMW 323 ci - the rear sub frame mount tore loose from the car. Took vehicle to a mechanic and he said this was a common problem for this year, make and model. While driving, it was making a popping noise from the rear of the vehicle, and that was why the consumer took it to the mechanic. This was the first time that had any problem like this with this car. The cost will be $2500-$3000. Too vehicle to dealer to have it repaired. The consumer did research and there were no recalls on this car.

2 Underbody Shield problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2004

Rear subframe has torn away from the frame of the car.

3 Underbody Shield problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2003

Clunking noise from left rear underside of vehicle. Has to do with subframe and members, I. E. , mounting point where subframe is attached to tears away from the rest of the sheet metal that forms the underside of the vehicle.


Other Structure related problems of the 2000 BMW 323



323 Service Bulletins
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