BMW owners have reported 2,597 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the most common problems related the electrical system of BMW vehicles. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (1,843 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiring (216 problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Wiring problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems | |
| Car Will Not Start problems | |
| Battery Cable problems | |
| Software problems | |
| Battery problems | |
| Battery Dead problems | |
| Ignition problems | |
| Instrument Panel problems | |
| Trunk Wiring problems | |
| Power Door Locks Not Working problems | |
| Starter problems | |
| Horn Assembly problems | |
| Ignition Coils Failure problems | |
| Underhood Wiring problems | |
| Ignition Switch problems | |
| Headlights Turn Off While Driving problems | |
| Dash Wiring problems | |
| Ignition Module problems | |
| Electrical Failure problems | |
| Computer Failure problems | |
| Fuses And Circuit Breaker problems | |
| Dashboard Failed problems | |
| Starter Solenoid problems | |
| Back Up Alarm problems | |
| Anti-theft Controller problems | |
| Mass Air Flow Sensor problems | |
| Instrument Panel Failure problems | |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor problems | |
| Battery Propulsion System problems | |
| 12v/24v/48v Battery Cables problems | |
| Instrument Cluster/panel problems | |
| Car Will Not Accelerate problems | |
| 12v/24v/48v Battery problems |
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