Equipment Problems of BMW Z3

BMW Z3 owners have reported 13 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air conditioner (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Equipment related problems of BMW Z3


Recently reported Equipment problems of BMW Z3

The Equipment problem

The passenger air bag light is on and stays on. Whether car is stationary or in motion.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

Blower knob light inoperable due to failure of the air conditioner blower switch failure. Mjs   Read details...

The Radio/tape Cd Player problem

2001 BMW Z3. Consumer writes in regards to several vehicle problems and unsatisfactory customer service from dealership. The consumer stated he purchased the vehicle on ebay. When the vehicle was arrived and then evaluated, he was informed the tires were over 10 years old, several lights were   Read details...

The Carrier/rack problem

Both airbags popped while my car was parked at 711. My dash and windshield cracked. The car was not started. I was sitting in the driver seat. Had just put the key in the ignition ## #vpic# 1 - check digit (9th position) does not calculate properly #vpic#   Read details...

The Adaptive Equipment problem

Doorlock cylinder assembly inside door breaks, causing lock cylinder not to be held in place & when key is inserted in lock cylinder the whole lock cylinder just turns with the key. Making it impossible to lock or unlock the door.   Read details...




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