Wiring problems of the 2005 BMW X3

Two problems related to wiring have been reported for the 2005 BMW X3. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 10/28/2015

Air bags started blinking last week and now it just stays on. BMW website states my car is not cover in recent takata air bags recall. Also, yesterday when I was driving in rain car's windshield wipers started getting jerky, sticky and not working properly creating a dangerous driving. The cabin lights also started to go on & off during my drive home. . . When I reach home the radio stayed on when the car ignition was off and only turned off when I turn-off the radio. Check fuse and air bag wiring but so signs of loose wires and bad fuse. Cause of problems unknown. Problems remains unchanged today.

2 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2012

The contact owns a 2005 BMW X3. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side heated seat function overheated. In addition, the air bag warning light remained illuminated and the key became difficult to release from the ignition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the wiring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.


Other Electrical System related problems of the 2005 BMW X3

Electrical System problems
15
Wiring problems
2


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