BMW M3 owners have reported 8 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering wheel (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Problem Category | Number of Problems |
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Steering problems | |
Steering Wheel problems | |
Steering Anti-theft Device problems |
Loud clunking and creaking noise from front suspension when driving on uneven or bumpy road surfaces. Read details...
I brought my vehicle to the dealer for a routine oil change. During their vehicle inspection, they discovered the rear coil springs had broken where they seat at the bottom. The service manager told me this is a common problem, because water gets into this area and there are no drain holes, causing Read details...
Steering wheel locked up. Consumer was unable to move the steering wheel. When this happened it tightened to the point that when making a turn it was hard to turn. Its was as if something was holding on to it. This occurrence happens intermittently Read details...