Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 1997 BMW M3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems | |
| Defogger Controls problems | |
| Side/rear Glass problems |
When pulling into a stop the windshield wipers will slow down in the speed that they work. They will slow down to the delay, intermediate setting when the vehicle is stopped. The problem has been going on since purchase of the vehicle in August 2004. When the contact called the manufacturer,they said that it is the way they are designed. There are other year, make, and models that have the same issue. The contact feels that it is a manufacturer's design flaw. The contact states that it impairs the visibility of the driver.
Loss of fan and unit control settings when vehicle is turned off then restarted. Setting will not remain in off position when vehicle is restarted.
Rear window: driving down highway and the rear window completely shattered. Cause unknown , has not been repaired.