Table 1 shows three common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2001 BMW 330. The number one most common problem is related to the tank assembly (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the tank mounting (four problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Tank Mounting problems | |
| Fuel Pump problems |
There is a metal strap that runs under the right gas tank and holds the gas tank to the car. One end is bolted. The other end is hooked to a bracket that is welded to the frame of the car. As I was getting off the freeway the 4 welds on the bracket failed. Read details...
The metal strap that supports the passenger side of the fuel tank just broke off. I was driving down the street and heard a pop sound and then metal grinding and jumping around (like a needle on a scratched record/ a cd) the bracket to which the forward end of this strap mounted to the underbody Read details...
The fuel pump/tank sending unit behind passenger's seat is weaping fuel when the tank is full. Strong gasoline vapors are present in the cabin after the vehicle has been sitting a few minutes after a fill up. Read details...