Visibility Problems of BMW M3

BMW M3 owners have reported 22 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's interior rearview mirror (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rearview mirror (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of BMW M3

The Interior Rearview Mirror problem

The auto-dimming rear view mirrors in 2001-2006 BMW 3 series, and other models are defective. These mirrors leak out the toxic auto-dimming fluid into the car (damaging the interior, and putting the driver/passengers at risk from the chemicals).   Read details...

The Rearview Mirror problem

Failed rear view mirror where a liquid inside forms a bubble making the mirror totally unusable. This is a problem experienced by most with similar vehicles and BMW na has refused to own up and address the problem.   Read details...

The Windshield problem

My windshield easily gets rock chips and dents. It appears that any rocks/pebbles that hit the windshield result in a dent. I only have 1,300 miles on the vehicle and already have about 4 chips in the windshield it easily becomes tarnished.   Read details...

The Visibility problem

Tl the contact owns a 2011 BMW M3. While driving 55 mph, the air conditioner stopped working and the odor of burning plastic entered the cabin. The contact disconnected the fuses to the air conditioner to correct the failure.   Read details...

The Side/rear Glass problem

Rear window: driving down highway and the rear window completely shattered. Cause unknown , has not been repaired.   Read details...




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