Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 1997 BMW 328. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the battery (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Battery problems | |
| Ignition Module problems | |
| Back Up Alarm problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems |
After seeing yet another rear end collision, I would like to make a suggestion I have had in mind for a long time. I believe we can reduce the incidence of such accidents, by flashing the stop signals whenever the brakes are on and the car is stopped ( requires a speed sensor, of course). Read details...
Thermostat malfunctioned, causing vehicle to overheat, and radiator to blow. The battery light illuminated and trim under the rear of the driver seat was loose. Read details...
Sudden failure of ignition coil resulting in a shaking/vibrating vehicle. While accellerting in city traffic the car can lunge and jerk while accellerating, resulting in unpredictable accelleration. In city traffic this is very dangerous. Read details...