Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2003 BMW 330. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the noises during shifting (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Noises During Shifting problems | |
| Transmission Gear Slipping problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problems |
On or around the first week of Dec. 2020 after filling up with gas, the car just stopped while in motion without any prior dash warning indicators. I placed the car in park and restarted the car on the first try. At that time I thought it may have been bad gas. Fast forward to Jan. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 BMW 330ci. The contact stated that when trying to put her vehicle in reverse it would not move. While shifting into drive it made a loud noise before proceeding forward. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who stated that she needed to replace the transmission. Read details...
On cold days, the transmission would slip when put into drive for approx. 5-10 seconds before driving. On very cold days, letting the car sit for only 4 hours was enough to cause it to slip. The manufacturer was aware of this problem. Read details...