Steering Problems of BMW 323

BMW 323 owners have reported 6 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering wheel (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering linkages (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Steering related problems of BMW 323


Recently reported Steering problems of BMW 323

The Steering Wheel problem

Heard loud noises coming from rear end of vehicle. Upon inspection by repair facility it was determined that the rear drivers side subframe mount had pulled away from the body, a large tear is present in the body panel on either side of the subframe mount.   Read details...

The Steering Linkages problem

No summary listed for above vehicle.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

After having the control arm bushings replaced and a 4 wheel alignment completed at a BMW service dealership in tyler, TX, apparently the steering angle sensor (located at the bottom of the steering column) failed which caused the dynamic stability control (dsc), brake and abs lights to illuminate.   Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

Car type - 2000 BMW 323ci miles when purchased new - 23 miles when first incident occured 29,725 miles sept 13th, 2002 miles when service call opened 31,018 - October 23, 2002 I noticed a swooshing noise close to my steering column and subsequently turning my car became more difficult.   Read details...




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