Ignition Coils Failure problems of the 2003 BMW 525

Three problems related to ignition coils failure have been reported for the 2003 BMW 525. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition Coils Failure problem

Failure Date: 05/30/2009

I was driving along the freeway when all of a sudden my car engine started to run very rough and the service engine light came on. My car have to be towed to the BMW dealership and I was told the all of the ignition coils have to be replaced. My car then had only 29k+ miles.

2 Ignition Coils Failure problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2005

2003 BMW 525i died twice leaving the consumer stranded. ** answer required***. The ignition coils failed on the vehicle. The consumer stated the vehicle made a terrible noise when it was first started, the dealer replaced numerous parts, but to no avail.

3 Ignition Coils Failure problem

Failure Date: 09/21/2004

Repeated ignition coil failure on my 2003 BMW 525i series. The dealers has attempted to repair pair this same problem four times. I question the safety of this vehicle.


Other Electrical System related problems of the 2003 BMW 525

Electrical System problems
4
Ignition Coils Failure problems
3
Wiring problems
1


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