Table 1 shows eight common exterior lighting related problems of the 2003 BMW 3 Series. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the tail light switch (six problems).
There is limited light output from the xenon/hid headlight assemblies due to "melted" projector bowls from BMW. This is a serious safety defect that prevents end users from being able to see the road and objects ahead of them. Read details...
My tail lights and turn signals work for a while then quite working. The exact same symptoms as recall #11v438000 for the same type, model and year as my car, but BMW says my vehicle is not included. Read details...
The zkw xenon headlights have a flaw in the plastic projector housing. The housing gets too hot and melts and the light output is severely restricted. This happens to 100% of the headlights made by this manufacturer and is a safety issue. Read details...