Power Train Problems of BMW 3 Series

BMW 3 Series owners have reported 63 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (27 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (19 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of BMW 3 Series

The Power Train problem

Hello theres two recall for BMW 3 Series that need to done ASAP but when I check the parts are not yet available and it's a safety issue that need to fix immediately   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

I have a 2000 323ci BMW and all of sudden my reverse stop working for no reason at all. I been up to date with my taking care of it and one day it just stop working, the reverse just doesn't do nothing, I haven't done anything to try to correct it because simply is to much for me the cost for it is   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

My 2000 323 ci BMW "no reverse ". With only 69,000 miles on it properly maintained and serviced, on April 5 2009 the cars reverse gear won't engage ,its like putting it in neutral but is actually in reverse, the car drives forward without any problems.   Read details...

The Vehicle Shudder problem

Transmission problem resulting in violent shuddering of the vehicle body and abrupt engine stops resulting in dangerous driving conditions. Fluctuations in the tachometer when the car attempted to stop and the car would automatically change gears to neutral or park.   Read details...

The Power Train Driveline problem

Differential sub-frame failure. Car has independant rear suspension and differential is carried in an aluminum sub-frame that is attached to chassis with four large bushings. Driver's side rear bushing has pulled out of frame of car with visible cracking of metal surrounding the area.   Read details...




Safety Ratings of 3 Series Cars
3 Series Service Bulletins
3 Series Safety Recalls
3 Series Defect Investigations