Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2006 BMW 3 Series

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2006 BMW 3 Series. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the door latch (two problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of BMW 3 Series

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
21
Door Latch problems
2

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2006 BMW 3 Series

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

Vehicle electric door locks (actuators) do not operate properly. Unable to exit driver's door from inside of vehicle by pulling handle. If there was a crash and/or fire, there would be no way to exit quickly. Common problem with this vehicle according to BMW forum in the internet (bimmerpost).   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 3 Series. While parked, the contact attempted to open the driver?s side door using the electronic key fob but the door would not open. The contact eventually opened the front driver?s side door with the handle and was able to enter the vehicle.   Read details...


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