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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #740755

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WE HIT AN AVERAGE SIZED POT HOLE AND THE SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. IT WAS VERY FRIGHTENING, AND MY RIGHT EAR IS RINGING. THIS IS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE. THE CAR WAS A LOANER FROM THE DEALERSHIP, BECAUSE I HAD BROUGHT IN A COMPANY VEHICLE TO BE SERVICED. *AK *ET.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LIVONIA, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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BMW 330I Vehicle Speed Control

BMW 330I 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Report #884486

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . WHEN USING CRUISE CONTROL AND AFTER PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE, CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT WAS STILL ON, THE CRUISE DISENGAGES, CONSUMER STATES THAT THE USE OF THE RESUME BUTTON WILL NOT WORK UNTIL SPEED DROPS TO 5MPH FROM ORIGINAL SETTING, DEALER CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *SLC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBABS53491E. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in ROCKVILLE, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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BMW 330I Tires

BMW 330I 2001 Tires Report #886357

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with TIRES . TIRES ARE LOW PROFILE AND CAUSE BUBBLES TO APPEAR ON TIRES WHICH CAN LEAD TO A BLOWOUT. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND VEHICLE AT DEALER SHOP FOR INSPECTION. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BELLE HABOR, NY. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #891147

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN IN FIRST GEAR AT LOW SPEEDS VEHICLE WILL OVERHEAT AND SHUTDOWN WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER HAS NOT DETERMINED THE CAUSE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in PISCATAWAY, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan Report #891479

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on June 06, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN . VEHICLE OVERHEATED 2 DAYS BEFORE IT CAUGHTON FIRE. VEHICLE WAS GOING 30 MPH WHEN CONSUMER SMELLED SMOKE PULLING INTO DRIVEWAY. DEALER HAS HEARD OF PROBLEM, AND LOOKING AT VEHICLE.*AK.Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):NOT AVAILAB. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in FREEDOM, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #892829

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH VEHICLE WENT OVER A POTHOLE THAT CAUSED RIGHT FRONT TIRE TO BLOWOUT. HOWEVER, DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AIRBAG AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BRONXVILLE, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Tires

BMW 330I 2001 Tires Report #892829

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with TIRES . WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH VEHICLE WENT OVER A POTHOLE THAT CAUSED RIGHT FRONT TIRE TO BLOWOUT. HOWEVER, DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AIRBAG AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BRONXVILLE, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #892981

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN IN FIRST GEAR AT LOW SPEEDS IT WILL OVERHEAT AND COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN, CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411T. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in PISCATAWAY, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Report #750169

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 05, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . ENGINE COOLING FAN INOPERATIVE. SAME PROBLEM REPAIRED TWICE! ONCE @ 282MI AND 2715MI. OUT OF SERVICE FOR 19 DAYS. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in OAKLAND, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Report #750169

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 05, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . ENGINE COOLING FAN INOPERATIVE. SAME PROBLEM REPAIRED TWICE! ONCE @ 282MI AND 2715MI. OUT OF SERVICE FOR 19 DAYS. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in OAKLAND, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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BMW 330I Wheels

BMW 330I 2001 Wheels Report #896154

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 12, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with WHEELS . 00 V 383 000/BMW WHEELS: TIRES ON LEFT FRONT AND THE LEFT REAR EXPERIENCED LOSS OF AIR WHILE DRIVING. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL DUE TO VIN. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LOMBARD, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly Report #898274

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Oct 21, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY . WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD, CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND SHUT OFF ENGINE. AT THAT TIME SHE SAW GREEN LIQUID POURING OUT FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER WHO REPLACED THERMOSTAT. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MATTAPAN, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I Unknown Or Other

BMW 330I 2001 Unknown Or Other Report #6900643

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . WHILE DRIVING ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD APPEAR AND REMAIN ON. VEHICLE WOULD THEN PULL FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC INDICATED COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF PROBLEM. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):BAAV53481JS. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Suspension

BMW 330I 2001 Suspension Report #6900643

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . WHILE DRIVING ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD APPEAR AND REMAIN ON. VEHICLE WOULD THEN PULL FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC INDICATED COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF PROBLEM. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):BAAV53481JS. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

BMW 330I 2001 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #6900678

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . WINDOWS WOULD GO OFF TRACK WHEN TRYING TO GO UP OR DOWN. WOULD MAKE WEIRD NOISES WHEN USING THE WINDOWS.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):BAAV53481JS. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #756237

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . AT AROUND 5:30PM AT THE STOP LIGHT OF THE BRUCKNER BLVD 138TH ST EXIT. I STEP ON THE GAS ...AND AT AROUNG 25 YARDS RAN OVER A POT HOLE PUNCTURING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE, ALSO THE DEPLOYING THE RIDE SIDE AND PASSENGER HEAD AIRBAGS.*AK.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BRONXVILLE, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20001101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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BMW 330I Tires

BMW 330I 2001 Tires Report #756237

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with TIRES . AT AROUND 5:30PM AT THE STOP LIGHT OF THE BRUCKNER BLVD 138TH ST EXIT. I STEP ON THE GAS ...AND AT AROUNG 25 YARDS RAN OVER A POT HOLE PUNCTURING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE, ALSO THE DEPLOYING THE RIDE SIDE AND PASSENGER HEAD AIRBAGS.*AK.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BRONXVILLE, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20001101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #564274

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WHILE DRIVING DOWN A SMOOTH ROAD, THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS INADVERTANTLY DEPLOYED. *JG .Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, AK. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 330I Wheels Rim

BMW 330I 2001 Wheels Rim Report #564460

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with WHEELS:RIM . CONSUMER HAS SUSTAINED SEVEN BENT RIMS IN 15750 MILES WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. *JG VEHICLE EXPERIENCES DRIVESHAFT VIBRATION. *SLC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, AK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Power Train Driveline Driveshaft

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Driveline Driveshaft Report #564460

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT . CONSUMER HAS SUSTAINED SEVEN BENT RIMS IN 15750 MILES WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. *JG VEHICLE EXPERIENCES DRIVESHAFT VIBRATION. *SLC.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, AK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #6900729

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 16, 2000.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AIR BAG DEPLOYED, RESULTING DAMAGE TO RIMS AND UNDERNEATH (CLAIM# 53-C792-940). *YD .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SUGAR LAND, TX. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Report #6900730

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT, AFTER DEPLOYMENT HE MAY HAVE HIT TIRES ON CURB (CLAIM # 59-V831-359). *YD .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #6900732

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 08, 2000.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER WAS TO CLOSE TO THE MEDIAN AND DAMAGED THE TIRES, AS A RESULT BOTH DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED PREMATURELY (CLAIM#43-R604-736). *YD .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53401F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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BMW 330I Wheels Rim

BMW 330I 2001 Wheels Rim Report #564460

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on .BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with WHEELS:RIM . CONSUMER HAS SUSTAINED SIX BENT RIMS WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. *JG .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, AK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #6900732

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 08, 2000.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER WAS TO CLOSE TO THE MEDIAN AND DAMAGED THE TIRES, AS A RESULT BOTH DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED PREMATURELY (CLAIM#43-R604-736). *YD .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53401F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Report #6900730

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT, AFTER DEPLOYMENT HE MAY HAVE HIT TIRES ON CURB (CLAIM # 59-V831-359). *YD .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #6900729

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 16, 2000.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AIR BAG DEPLOYED, RESULTING DAMAGE TO RIMS AND UNDERNEATH (CLAIM# 53-C792-940). *YD .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SUGAR LAND, TX. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #564274

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WHILE DRIVING DOWN A SMOOTH ROAD, THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS INADVERTANTLY DEPLOYED. *JG .Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, AK. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10001853

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 29, 2002.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING THE SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO THE CONSUMER AND THEY WAS FORCED TO PULL OVER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE PROV. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HALF MOON BAY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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BMW 330I Tires Sidewall

BMW 330I 2001 Tires Sidewall Report #10004645

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 27, 2002.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with TIRES:SIDEWALL . REGARDLESS OF WEATHER OR ROAD CONDITIONS TIRES FAIL WITHOUT WARNING IF VEHICLE GOES OVER A BUMP, COVERED POTHOLE, ETC. TIRE WILL DEVELOP A "BUBBLE" ONCE VEHICLE GOES OVER A BUMP OR POTHOLE, CAUSING CONSUMER TO REPLACE BECAUSE CONCERNED TIRE WILL BLOWOUT.*AK CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE ALL 4 TIRES SINCE 11/27/02. TIRES ARE RUBBING AGAINST RIM AND HAVE NO "BUOYANCY".*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HUNTINGTON, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor

BMW 330I 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor Report #10006173

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2000.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR . THE ROTORS WERE REPLACED 3 TIMES WITHIN 1 YEAR.*SCC *JB.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in WARRENSBURG, MO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20001128. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:U. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 330I Unknown Or Other

BMW 330I 2001 Unknown Or Other Report #10007865

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2001.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . SINCE THE PURCHASE OF MY CAR IN MAY 2001, THE GAS PEDAL SEEMS TO HAVE A PROBLEM WHEN SHIFTING FROM FIRST GEAR TO SECOND GEAR. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ENGINE RACES ON ITS OWN AND THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. SEVERAL VISITS TO THE DEALER AND ROAD TESTS HAVE COME UP WITH NOTHING. THE DEALERS HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLEM. I STILL HAVE THE CAR WHICH I DRIVE VERY CAUTIOUSLY..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MATTAPAN, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010529. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: HERB CHAMBERS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 617-731-1700 . DEALER'S CITY: BOSTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA.
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BMW 330I Electrical System

BMW 330I 2001 Electrical System Report #10010430

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 02, 2003.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DME CONTROL UNIT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, BECAUSE SOME HOW LIQUID GOT INTO IT, EVEN THOUGH BMW SEALED THE UNIT . IT'S CONSIDER NOT UNDER WARRANTY BECAUSE BMW THINKS SOMEONE USED SOMETHING TO DROP LIQUID INTO THE SEAL UNIT. THEY DON'T KNOW HOW THE LIQUID GOT INTO THE UNIT AND THEY WILL NOT REPLACE IT.*JB.Mileage was 39982 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000812. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SF BMW .
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BMW 330I Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal

BMW 330I 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Report #10023423

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 03, 2003.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . MAKE : BMW MODEL : 330I YEAR : 2001 CRASH : NO FIRE : NO NUMBER OF INJURIES: 0 ODI ID NUMBER : 10007865 DATE OF FAILURE: JUNE 1, 2001 COMPONENT: OTHER SUMMARY: SINCE THE PURCHASE OF MY CAR IN MAY 2001, THE GAS PEDAL SEEMS TO HAVE A PROBLEM WHEN SHIFTING FROM FIRST GEAR TO SECOND GEAR. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ENGINE RACES ON ITS OWN AND THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD. SEVERAL VISITS TO THE DEALER AND ROAD TESTS HAVE COME UP WITH NOTHING. THE DEALER HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLEM. I STILL HAVE THE CAR WHICH I DRIVE VERY CAUTIOUSLY. IT REMINDS ME OF MY DIRT RACE BIKE THAT HAS AN EXPLODING POWER-BAND. DON'T TAILGATE WITH THIS PROBLEM OR YOU WILL KISS SOMEONE'S BUMPER. *NLM .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in OAKLAND, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010417. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WEATHERFORD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 510-654-8280 . DEALER'S CITY: BERKELEY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94710 .
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BMW 330I Tires Tread/belt

BMW 330I 2001 Tires Tread/belt Report #10033840

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2003.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE A LITTLE MORE THAN TWO YEARS AND VEHICLE WENT THROUGH 12 TIRES IN THAT LENGTH OF TIME. IF THERE ARE DEFECTS IN THE ROAD TIRES WILL GET BUBBLES WHILE DRIVING. CAR HAS 25,000 MILES. 2001 BMW 330; CONTINENTAL CONTITOURING TIRES; RADIUS ;200550R17. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV534X1F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Suspension

BMW 330I 2001 Suspension Report #10042180

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 27, 2003.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S BALL JOINTS.*MR. THE RIGHT FRONT BALL JOINT WAS REPLACED AT 17,000 MILES DUE TO A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. *JB .Mileage was 17053 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in PAINESVILLE, OH. Vehicle was purchased on 20000727. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CLASSIC BMW . DEALER'S CITY: MENTOR . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 44060 .
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10064427

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . I HIT A POTHOLE IN MY 2001 BMW 330I AT ABOUT 40 MPH AND MY TIRE RUPTURED. MY PASSENGER SIDE HEAD RESTRAINT AIRBAG DEPLOYED ALONG WITH THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT TENSIONERS. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 72000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV534X1F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MCDONOUGH, GA. Vehicle was purchased on 20010117. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ERHARD BMW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 248-594-7800 . DEALER'S CITY: BLOOMFIELD HILLS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 48302 .
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10067912

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 19, 2003.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 2001 BMW 330I. ENGINE STALLED ANY TIME.HAPPENED AFTER ENGINE ALREADY WARM UP (AFTER DROVE ABOUT 1 HOUR).*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 49000 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CYPRESS, TX. Vehicle was purchased on 20030505. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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BMW 330I Vehicle Speed Control

BMW 330I 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10072348

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 09, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I DRIVE A 2001 BMW 330I. IT STALLED ON ME A FEW TIMES ALREADY. ONE TIME, I WAS SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN AND IT STALLED ON ME WHILE THE CAR WAS SLOWING DOWN. ALSO, SOMETIMES THE ACCELERATOR HESITATES ON ME, AND IT HAPPENED TWICE WHEN I WAS CROSSING AN INTERSECTION AND ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 64000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in WOODBRIDGE, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010630. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BMW OF FAIRFAX . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 703-560-2300 . DEALER'S CITY: FAIRFAX . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10072348

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 09, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . I DRIVE A 2001 BMW 330I. IT STALLED ON ME A FEW TIMES ALREADY. ONE TIME, I WAS SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN AND IT STALLED ON ME WHILE THE CAR WAS SLOWING DOWN. ALSO, SOMETIMES THE ACCELERATOR HESITATES ON ME, AND IT HAPPENED TWICE WHEN I WAS CROSSING AN INTERSECTION AND ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 64000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in WOODBRIDGE, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010630. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BMW OF FAIRFAX . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 703-560-2300 . DEALER'S CITY: FAIRFAX . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA.
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BMW 330I Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal

BMW 330I 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Report #10087873

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 06, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . WHEN ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES VEHICLE ACCELERATED. NO IMPACT REPORTED. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 23750 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CYPRESS, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

BMW 330I 2001 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #10095707

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . R. REAR WINDOW CAME OFF TRACK. R. FRONT DID SAME FEW MONTHS AGO. I SEE SIGNS THAT OTHER TWO WINDOWS WILL GO VERY SOON. THIS IS HAPPENING TOO MUCH/SOON. IT APPEARS TO ME THE WINDOW REGULATOR IS BROKEN ON A WINDOW THAT IS HARDLY EVER USED. I EXPECT DEALER WILL CHARGE ME-4MOS PAST FACTORY WARRANTY PERIOD.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 33500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV534X1F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MIRAMAR, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010612. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BRAMAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 3055711225 . DEALER'S CITY: MIAMI . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33137 .
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BMW 330I 2001 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #10102339

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW CAME OFF TRACK. BACK WINDOW DOES NOT GO UP OR DOWN. IT IS OBVIOUS THAT OTHER TWO WINDOWS WILL DO THE SAME VERY SOON. THIS HAS HAPPENED THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE CAR... TOO MANY TIMES, TOO MUCH AND TOO OFTEN. MY CAR IS A 2001 BMW 330I, I'VE HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY RADIATOR RESORVIOR, THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, THE EMMISIONS SYSTEM, AND MY CAR HAS SHUT DOWN ON ME WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY WHEN I AM ON A TURN (WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE I WAS AT A ONE WAY STOP MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR SHUT DOWN). I HAVE ALMOST 85K MILES NOW AND THE PROBLEMS CONTINUE TO ARISE. JUST GOT A NEW TRANSMISSION, NEW LOWER CONTROL ARM FOR THE DRIVER SIDE, AND THE WINDOWS CONTINUE TO BREAK DOWN EVERY 6 MONTHS. VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THIS "BMW EXPERIENCE"!*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000803. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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BMW 330I Suspension Front Control Arm Lower Arm

BMW 330I 2001 Suspension Front Control Arm Lower Arm Report #10102339

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM . PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW CAME OFF TRACK. BACK WINDOW DOES NOT GO UP OR DOWN. IT IS OBVIOUS THAT OTHER TWO WINDOWS WILL DO THE SAME VERY SOON. THIS HAS HAPPENED THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE CAR... TOO MANY TIMES, TOO MUCH AND TOO OFTEN. MY CAR IS A 2001 BMW 330I, I'VE HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY RADIATOR RESORVIOR, THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, THE EMMISIONS SYSTEM, AND MY CAR HAS SHUT DOWN ON ME WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY WHEN I AM ON A TURN (WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE I WAS AT A ONE WAY STOP MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR SHUT DOWN). I HAVE ALMOST 85K MILES NOW AND THE PROBLEMS CONTINUE TO ARISE. JUST GOT A NEW TRANSMISSION, NEW LOWER CONTROL ARM FOR THE DRIVER SIDE, AND THE WINDOWS CONTINUE TO BREAK DOWN EVERY 6 MONTHS. VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THIS "BMW EXPERIENCE"!*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000803. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Report #10102339

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL . PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW CAME OFF TRACK. BACK WINDOW DOES NOT GO UP OR DOWN. IT IS OBVIOUS THAT OTHER TWO WINDOWS WILL DO THE SAME VERY SOON. THIS HAS HAPPENED THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE CAR... TOO MANY TIMES, TOO MUCH AND TOO OFTEN. MY CAR IS A 2001 BMW 330I, I'VE HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY RADIATOR RESORVIOR, THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, THE EMMISIONS SYSTEM, AND MY CAR HAS SHUT DOWN ON ME WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY WHEN I AM ON A TURN (WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE I WAS AT A ONE WAY STOP MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR SHUT DOWN). I HAVE ALMOST 85K MILES NOW AND THE PROBLEMS CONTINUE TO ARISE. JUST GOT A NEW TRANSMISSION, NEW LOWER CONTROL ARM FOR THE DRIVER SIDE, AND THE WINDOWS CONTINUE TO BREAK DOWN EVERY 6 MONTHS. VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THIS "BMW EXPERIENCE"!*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000803. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Report #10102339

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2004.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW CAME OFF TRACK. BACK WINDOW DOES NOT GO UP OR DOWN. IT IS OBVIOUS THAT OTHER TWO WINDOWS WILL DO THE SAME VERY SOON. THIS HAS HAPPENED THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE CAR... TOO MANY TIMES, TOO MUCH AND TOO OFTEN. MY CAR IS A 2001 BMW 330I, I'VE HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY RADIATOR RESORVIOR, THE WATER PUMP AND COOLING FAN, THE EMMISIONS SYSTEM, AND MY CAR HAS SHUT DOWN ON ME WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY WHEN I AM ON A TURN (WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE I WAS AT A ONE WAY STOP MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR SHUT DOWN). I HAVE ALMOST 85K MILES NOW AND THE PROBLEMS CONTINUE TO ARISE. JUST GOT A NEW TRANSMISSION, NEW LOWER CONTROL ARM FOR THE DRIVER SIDE, AND THE WINDOWS CONTINUE TO BREAK DOWN EVERY 6 MONTHS. VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THIS "BMW EXPERIENCE"!*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000803. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10122408

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 21, 2005.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . MY DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AND DOOR AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AFTER HITTING A POT HOLE. THERE IS NO DAMEGE TO ANY SIDES OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER THEY DEPLOYED, THE CAR CUT OFF, AND I AM STILL ROLLING. HAZZARD LIGHTS DID COME ON. AND NOW, I AM SCARED TO DRIVE THE CAR..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 69895 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MILTON, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20041023. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PETE MOORE .
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BMW 330I Structure Frame And Members

BMW 330I 2001 Structure Frame And Members Report #10136027

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 2005.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS . 1. YOU START HEARING METALLIC RUBBING NOISE AT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE. 2. 2001 BMW 330I LEFT REAR SUBFRAME MOUNT DAMAGED/RIPPED. ACCIDENTS MAY HAPPEN AND MAY NOT BE APPARENT DUE TO ACCIDENT. 3.A LOT OF COMPLAINS FROM THIS WEBSITE: HTTP://FORUM.E46FANATICS.COM/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=195602&PAGE=1&PP=20 BMW CLAIMS IT TO BE WEAR AND TEAR SO IT IS NOT COVERED FOR REPAIR. *JB .Mileage was 3200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in FT MEADE, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10143459

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 21, 2005.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . HITTING A POTHOLE CAUSED AN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. BOTH SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010827. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PERILLO BMW .
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10148195

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 03, 2006.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . THE CAR HIT A POTHOLE AND THE AIRBAG THAT RUNS ALONGSIDE THE ROOFLINE OF THE PASSENGER'S SEAT DEPLOYED. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in FALLS CHURCH, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010630. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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BMW 330I Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices Interior

BMW 330I 2001 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices Interior Report #10155135

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2005.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR . MY WIFE WHO LIVES IN FLATONIA, TX AND WHO DROVE MY 2001 BMW 330I THAT I BOUGHT FOR HER TO DRIVE TOLD ME THAT THE REAR VIEW MIRROR HAD FALLEN OFF AND THAT SHE HAD TO HOLD IT IN PLACE TO SEE REAR TRAFFIC AND THAT ACTION WAS VERY DANGEROUS. IMMEDIATELY, I SWITCHED CARS SO I COULD GET THE BMW REPAIRED. I WENT TO BMW OF AUSTIN TO GET THE REAR VIEW MIRROR REAPPLIED. AFTER A LOT OF WORK, THE SERVICE WRITER TOLD ME THAT THE GLUE THEY USE TO HOLD THE REAR VIEW MIRRORS ON THEIR WINDSHIELDS DOES NOT WORK ON THIS ONE BECAUSE IT IS A OEM ONE MAD E BY PPG THAT HAS A TYPE OF PAINT ON IT WHERE THE REAR VIEW MIRROR IS ATTACHED THAT THEIR GLUE DOES NOT WORK ON. THE SERVICE WRITER CALLED AROUND AUSTIN TO FIND AN OPEN PPG DEALER WHO TOLD HIM THAT I WILL BE ABLE TO GET IN REPAIRED IF I GO THERE IMMEDIATELY. I DID. BUT AS THE MAN INSTALLED THE REAR VIEW MIRROR HE TOLD ME THAT ONCE THEY START FALLING OFF THEY CONTINUE TO BECAUSE IT¿S AN ON-GOING PROBLEM WITH PPG WINDSHIELDS FOR THIS BMW. I SENT AN E-MAIL TO PPG ASKING FOR HELP WITH THIS DANGEROUS PROBLEM. TO DATE, I HAVE RECEIVED NO REPLY OF ANY KIND TO THIS E-MAIL. AFTER A FEW WEEKS, IT FELL OFF AGAIN. I DID SOME RESEARCH TO FIND THAT SOME PPG RETAILERS ARE CONSIDERED TO BE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO DO A BETTER JOB THAT ¿STANDARD¿ PPG RETAILERS. I FOUND ONE IN GEORGETOWN. I TOOK MY BMW THERE. THE DESK PERSON WHO HELPED ME TOLD ME THAT THERE IS AN ON-GOING PROBLEM WITH REAR VIEW MIRRORS STAYING ON PPG WINDSHIELDS FOR THIS MODEL OF BMWS. THE INSTALLER SAID THAT HE HAD A NEW TWO PART ADHESIVE THAT SHOULD DO THE TRICK. HE INSTALLED THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. IT FELL OFF A FEW WEEKS LATER. I AGAIN SENT AN E-MAIL TO PPG SEVERELY COMPLAINING ABOUT THE DANGEROUS AND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS PROBLEM WITH THEIR BMW WINDSHIELDS. TO DATE I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY REPLAY FORM PPG. THE ONLY SOLUTION PPG IS OFFERING TO RESOLVE THIS OBVIOUSLY KNOWN DANGEROUS SITUATION IS TO REPLACE THE UNUSABLE PPG WINDSHIELD WITH A BMW WINDSHIELD THAT COSTS ABOUT $470.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in ROUND ROCK, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module Report #10159940

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2006.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE . IN JANUARY 2006, THE TROUBLE LIGHT IN OUR 2001 BMW 330I, SIGNALED THAT THE COMPUTER THAT ACTIVATES THE AIR BAGS HAD FAILED. THE LOCAL DEALER INDICATES THAT HE HAS 3 OTHER SIMILAR VEHICLES WITH THE SAME PROBLEM, BUT TO THIS DATE HE HAS BEEN UNABLE TO SECURE THE PROPER REPLACEMENT PARTS IN THE U.S AND IS ON BACK ORDER TO THE FACTORY IN GERMANY. DURING THE PAST 4 MONTHS WE HAVE BEEN WITHOUT AIR BAGS IN THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE OF A SHORTAGE OF THE PROPER REPLACEMENT PARTS. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45139 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53401F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HILO, HI. Vehicle was purchased on 20050818. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: RASMUSSAN BMW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 503 226-0380 . DEALER'S CITY: PORTLAND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 97201 .
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BMW 330I Unknown Or Other

BMW 330I 2001 Unknown Or Other Report #10160437

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2006.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . SEPARATION AND DELAMINATION OF INTERIOR CLOTH ON INTERIOR HEADER AND INTERIOR SUPPORT PILLARS CLOTH IN REAR WAS OBSTRUCTING REAR VIEW DO TO DROPPING DOWN. COST OF REPLACEMENT $1499.27. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53451F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in WESTON, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20010816. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: LAUDERDALE IMPORTS BMW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 954-763-4777 . DEALER'S CITY: FT. LAUDERDALE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33316 .
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BMW 330I Exterior Lighting

BMW 330I 2001 Exterior Lighting Report #10200375

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 18, 2007.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS AFTERMARKET CHROME ARROW CORNER LIGHTS (MANUFACTURER UNKNOWN, PART #MHB17926/156). THE CONTACT FELT THAT THE LIGHTS WERE DEFECTIVE BECAUSE THEY DID NOT COME WITH A SEAL. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO DEFECT ON THE LIGHTS AND THEY REFUSED TO PROVIDE A REFUND. THE CONSUMER PROVIDED PICTURES OF THE AD ONLINE AND EMAILS VIA CONSUMER'S REQUEST. THE CONSUMER STATED WANTED A REFUND DUE TO THE FACT THE LIGHTS HAVE A DEFECT. UPDATED 09/10/07 *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53421F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in KISSIMMEE, FL. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: AUTO DIRECT INC. . DEALER'S CITY: MINNEAPOLIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55414 .
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission Torque Converter

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Torque Converter Report #10210342

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 12, 2007.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER . DESIGN FLAW IN TRANSMISSION, SPECIFICALLY THE TORQUE CONVERTER, ON 2000-2002 E46. REQUIRING REBUILDING AND OR REPLACING TORQUE CONVERTER. BMW IS AWARE OF PROBLEMS AND IS WIDESPREAD. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 108000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV534X1J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20060310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Torque Converter Report #10225427

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2008.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER . I JUST BOUGHT MY 2001 330I BMW TWO MONTHS AGO WITH 103,000 MILES ON IT. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE DEALER SAYS I NEED A NEW TORQUE CONVERTER. THEY WANT $2000 TO PUT A NEW ONE IN. I THEN LOOKED AROUND HERE AND SAW THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. ALSO I HAD TO CHANGE TWO OF THE WINDOW REGULATORS. - ANOTHER COMMON PROBLEM WITH BMW. IS BMW DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THIS? WHY DOES BMW MAKE THE PUBLIC PAY FOR THE PROBLEMS THEY MADE? *TR.Mileage was 104500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in COLUMBIA, KY. Vehicle was purchased on 20080210. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

BMW 330I 2001 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #10225427

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2008.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . I JUST BOUGHT MY 2001 330I BMW TWO MONTHS AGO WITH 103,000 MILES ON IT. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE DEALER SAYS I NEED A NEW TORQUE CONVERTER. THEY WANT $2000 TO PUT A NEW ONE IN. I THEN LOOKED AROUND HERE AND SAW THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. ALSO I HAD TO CHANGE TWO OF THE WINDOW REGULATORS. - ANOTHER COMMON PROBLEM WITH BMW. IS BMW DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THIS? WHY DOES BMW MAKE THE PUBLIC PAY FOR THE PROBLEMS THEY MADE? *TR.Mileage was 104500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in COLUMBIA, KY. Vehicle was purchased on 20080210. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10260826

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 04, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . WE WERE DRIVING MY 2001 BMW 330I THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT (70 MPH) IN MISSOURI ON HWY 57 NORTHBOUND IN THE RIGHT-HAND LANE WHEN SUDDENLY, AT MILE MARKER 19, THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION ON THE DRIVERS SIDE CAUSING THE DRIVER TO TEMPORARILY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE IMPACT OF THE AIRBAGS HITTING HIM ON THE SIDE OF THE FACE, UP AGAINST HIS RIGHT ARM AND ELBOW, AND COVERING HIM WITH A LIGHT, WHITE POWDER. HE QUICKLY REGAINED CONTROL OF THE CAR AND MANAGED TO PULL OFF THE ROAD ON TO THE RIGHT SIDE SHOULDER, HITTING SEVERAL POTHOLES, SLICING INTO THE BOTH PASSENGER SIDE TIRES (SLICING THE SIDEWALLS) , DAMAGING THE RIMS AND DAMAGING THE ALIGNMENT ALL IN AN ATTEMPT TO KEEP THE CAR ON THE ROAD AND AVOID HAVING THE CAR CAREEN DOWN THE EMBANKMENT INTO THE RAVINE AND OFF INTO THE WOODS. UPON INSPECTION BY US AND BY TROOPER SPAIN FROM THE MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL IT BECAME CLEAR THAT NO COLLISION OR ACCIDENT HAD OCCURRED. MEANING, NONE OF US COULD LOCATE ANY EXTERIOR DAMAGE ON THE VEHICLE POSSIBLY DUE TO FLYING DEBRIS OR HITTING ANOTHER CAR, NOR COULD WE FIND ANY ROAD HAZARDS LIKE POTHOLES IN THE CENTER OF THE ROAD. APPARENTLY BOTH SIDE AIRBAGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED (WITHOUT CAUSE) BREAKING THE WINDOW, HITTING THE DRIVER AND DESTROYING THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR PANELING AND RESULTING IN OTHER DAMAGE AS HE TRIED TO RETAIN CONTROL OF THE CAR. WITH SOME DIRECTION FROM THE STATE TROOPER, WE TOOK PHOTOS OF THE VEHICLE ON ALL SIDES; THE TIRE MARKS ON THE ROAD; THE GLASS ON THE ROAD WHERE THE EXPLOSION OCCURRED (IN THE CENTER OF THE HIGHWAY SHOWING NO POTHOLES) AND ALL THE INTERIOR DAMAGE. THE CAR WAS JUST SERVICED BY PERILLO BMW IN CHICAGO IN PREPARATION FOR THIS ROADTRIP - WHERE THE OIL AND BELTS WERE CHANGED. THE AIRBAG INDICATOR WAS NOT ON AND DID NOT COME ON DURING OUR TRIP. I HAVE THE ACCIDENT REPORT; PHOTOS; AND CAR RECORDS DATING BACK TO 2001 INCLUDING WORK FROM ALL PREVIOUS OWNERS PROVING NO PRIOR ACCIDENTS OR POSSIBLE CAUSE. *TR.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 75740 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10262593

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2008.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 2001 BMW 330I, 88,500 MILES. REVERSE FAILED COMPLETELY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CAR HAS THE ZF5HP19 TRANSMISSION WHICH SEEMS TO HAVE THE COMMON PROBLEM OF THE D-G CLUTCH DRUM FAILING. THE CAR WAS WELL MAINTAINED WITH NO SYMPTOMS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE. MY MECHANIC REPLACED THE REVERSE DRUM AT A COST OF $2116.34. I HAVE A COPY OF THE SERVICE ORDER AND HAVE IN MY POSSESSION THE FAILED PART. *TR.Mileage was 88569 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DEPERE, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan Report #10263652

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 330I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE COOLANT FAN WAS NOT WORKING AND THE ENGINE WOULD NOT COOL DOWN. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING. THE HEAD GASKET WAS BLOWN AND THE ENGINE WAS CRACKED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE LESS THAN 81,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 81000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in JASPER, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10272829

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 16, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 2001 BMW 330I NO REVERSE. *TR.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CASA GRANDE, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10273688

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on June 04, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . I HAVE A BMW 2001 3330I. THE CAR HAS 120,000 MILES ON IT. I HAVE HAD THE CAR FOR ONE YEAR, PURCHASED USED WITH 106,000 MILES. I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY WHEN SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING, THE REVERSE GEAR DISENGAGED. THE REVERSE GEAR HAS NOT WORKED SINCE, APPROXIMATELY TWO WEEKS. THE OTHER GEARS WORK FINE. THE CAR HAS AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TR.Mileage was 119800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MONTGOMERY, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph.
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BMW 330I Latches/locks/linkages

BMW 330I 2001 Latches/locks/linkages Report #10275630

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . UNABLE TO MANUALLY UNLOCK CAR DOORS. DEALER STATES THE GMV COMPUTER MODULE HAS FAILED AND THERE IS NO MANUAL OVERRIDE TO ALLOW DOORS TO BE OPENED. THIS SITUATION PRESENT A SAFETY HAZARD FOR ALL PASSENGERS. *TR.Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CHERRY HILL, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Electrical System

BMW 330I 2001 Electrical System Report #10275630

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . UNABLE TO MANUALLY UNLOCK CAR DOORS. DEALER STATES THE GMV COMPUTER MODULE HAS FAILED AND THERE IS NO MANUAL OVERRIDE TO ALLOW DOORS TO BE OPENED. THIS SITUATION PRESENT A SAFETY HAZARD FOR ALL PASSENGERS. *TR.Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CHERRY HILL, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Unknown Or Other

BMW 330I 2001 Unknown Or Other Report #10276417

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . WINDOWS WILL NOT FUNCTION, NEITHER UP NOR DOWN. THE REGULATORS PLASTIC FAILS PREMATURELY DUE TO FATIGUE. THIS OCCURS ON MOST 3SERIES AND 5SERIES..Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10277635

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 21, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 330I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE MAY HAVE BEEN TRIGGERED BY A POTHOLE IN THE ROAD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE ENGINE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE NEAREST AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS LOCATED 70 MILES AWAY. THE VEHICLE IS NOT BEING DRIVEN DUE TO THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 115,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 115000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53421F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10279095

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 02, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 2001 330I BMW ,81000 MILES NO WARNING LOST REVERSE, WHILE ON A DOWNWARD SLOPE TRYING TO BACK INTO A PARKING SPACE,ALMOST HIT THE CAR PARKED IN FRONT OF ME, HAD TO HAVE 3 VALET GUYS PUSH ME INTO THE PARKING SPACE. *TR THEN THE NEXT DAY MY HUSBAND TOOK IT OUT AT FIRST IT WENT INTO REVERSE SO HE DROVE IT PARKED TRIED TO BACK UP THE CAR NO REVERSE, SOMEONE PUSHED THE CAR BACK FOR HIM IT HIT ANOTHER CAR AND DAMAGED THE HEADLIGHT AND DENTED IT..Mileage was 86530 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53461J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BELLMORE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph.
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BMW 330I Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Mounting

BMW 330I 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Mounting Report #10285003

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 330I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 TO 65 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING THE VEHICLE TO THEIR RESIDENCE. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE FUEL TANK SUPPORT STRAP WAS DISENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE TECHNICIAN CONFIRMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE FUEL TANK STRAP. THE TECHNICIAN WELDED THE FUEL TANK STRAP IN PLACE; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT HAS CONCERNS OF THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE UNAVAILABLE. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBABN53481J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in YORBA LINDA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10285882

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Sept 16, 2009.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHILE BACKING UP, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY JUMPED OUT OF REVERSE AND WENT INTO NEUTRAL. REVERSE COULD NO LONGER BE ENGAGED. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REMOVED AND EXAMINED. THE REVERSE CLUTCH DRUM HAD SHEARED AND PHYSICALLY FAILED. COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REBUILD REQUIRED. *TR.Mileage was 158700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV534X1J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in NEWNAN, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10302212

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 08, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . BMW 330I TRANSMISSIONS REVERSE WENT OUT CHECKING INTERNET SEVERAL PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WAS COMING HOME PUT AUTO IN REVERSE TO PARK IN DRIVE NO REVERSE OUT OF THE BLUE NEED YOUR HELP! *TR.Mileage was 145000 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in POWDER SPRINGS, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Latches/locks/linkages

BMW 330I 2001 Latches/locks/linkages Report #10324638

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . BMW 2001 330I SEDAN (4 DOORS). DOOR LOCKS ARE UNRESPONSIVE DURING HOT DAYS. I LIVE IN ORLANDO FLORIDA AND THIS MEANS ALMOST ALL THE YEAR IS HOT. THIS IS A CRITICAL PROBLEM BECAUSE FOR SAFETY REASONS YOU WILL GET LOCKED IN YOUR CAR. I AM IMAGINE IF YOU HAVE A CAR ACCIDENT AND YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO OPEN THE DOORS TO LEAVE THE CAR? ONLINE (HTTP://WWW.BMWGM5.COM/) YOU CAN FINE HOW BMW CUSTOMERS ARE DEALING WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE GUY ON THAT WEBSITE HAS A FIX FOR THAT ISSUE. I HAVE SEEN THIS PROBLEM MORE THAN 50 TIMES IN 2 YEARS. BMW SHOULD DO A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. *TR.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in ORLANDO, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Electrical System

BMW 330I 2001 Electrical System Report #10324638

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . BMW 2001 330I SEDAN (4 DOORS). DOOR LOCKS ARE UNRESPONSIVE DURING HOT DAYS. I LIVE IN ORLANDO FLORIDA AND THIS MEANS ALMOST ALL THE YEAR IS HOT. THIS IS A CRITICAL PROBLEM BECAUSE FOR SAFETY REASONS YOU WILL GET LOCKED IN YOUR CAR. I AM IMAGINE IF YOU HAVE A CAR ACCIDENT AND YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO OPEN THE DOORS TO LEAVE THE CAR? ONLINE (HTTP://WWW.BMWGM5.COM/) YOU CAN FINE HOW BMW CUSTOMERS ARE DEALING WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE GUY ON THAT WEBSITE HAS A FIX FOR THAT ISSUE. I HAVE SEEN THIS PROBLEM MORE THAN 50 TIMES IN 2 YEARS. BMW SHOULD DO A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. *TR.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in ORLANDO, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Structure Body

BMW 330I 2001 Structure Body Report #10328671

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 30, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . BROKEN WELDS ON FUEL TANK STRAP BRACKET ON PASSENGER SIDE. CAUSED BRACKET TO FALL OFF AND GAS TANK TO HANG LOW TO AN UNSAFE HEIGHT FROM THE GROUND. DANGEROUS TO AN UNKNOWING DRIVER WHO IS NOT AWARE OF THE TRUE DANGER OF THIS FAILURE. THIS IS HAPPENING QUITE OFTEN ON THIS '01 BMW 3 SERIES FROM THREAD BELOW. HTTP://FORUM.E46FANATICS.COM/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=669079&HIGHLIGHT=GAS+TANK+BRACKET. *TR.Mileage was 40300 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in FRESH MEADOWS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10328769

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 03, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . ON MONDAY MAY 3RD, 2010, I STARTED MY 2001 BMW 330I AND SELECTED THE REVERSE GEAR ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, THE CAR DID NOT MOVE IN THE REVERSE GEAR, IT DRIVES FORWARD WITH NO PROBLEMS. I HAVE READ SOME OF THE COMPLAINTS AND POSTINGS ON THE WEB. IS THERE A CLASS ACTION SUIT FILED AGAINST BMW AS IT SEEMS THE TRANSMISSION WAS NOT DESIGNED PROPERLY AND SUBSTANDARD SPECIFICATIONS WERE USED IN THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE COMPONENTS OF THE TRANSMISSION, A MANUFACTURE DEFECT. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE CAR TO BE INSPECTED AND REPAIRED ON MONDAY MAY 17TH , 2010 I AM SURE THE COST AND EXTENT WILL BE EVIDENT AT THAT TIME. AS I HAVE BEEN INFORMED THE MOST COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE REVERSE IS FAILURE OF THE D CLUTCH DRUM , BECAUSE THE SNAP RING COMES OFF OF THE DRUM , AFTER THAT WHAT HAPPENS IS DIFFERENT ON EACH TRANSMISSION. THIS IS A POOR INFERIOR DESIGN, AND BMW IS AWARE OF IT. THEY HAVE REDESIGNED THE CLUTCH DRUM ,TO MOVE THE SNAP RING AWAY FROM THE DRUM'S EDGE AND CONSTRUCTED THE DRUM OF STRONGER MATERIAL AND AN INCREASED OF THE DRUMS THICKNESS. THE REDESIGNED AND IMPROVED MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE FROM BMW AND THE REPAIR COST MAY EXCEED THE CURRENT VALUE OF SOME OF THE BMW MODELS AFFECTED. IT'S THE COST IN TIME AND DOLLARS TO ME OF A POOR AND KNOWING INFERIOR DESIGN AND MATERIAL APPLICATION, A WILLFUL DECISION ON BMW'S PART AS WAS THE DESIGN AND MATERIAL SPECIFICATION FOR THEIR COIL SUSPENSION SPRINGS. *TR.Mileage was 150000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV534X1J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in WINSTED, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10331509

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 20, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . CAR'S TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ENGAGE REVERSE GEAR. ELECTRICAL DETECTS REVERSE GEAR, REVERSE LIGHTS, BACKUP SENSORS AND MIRRORS FUNCTIONAL, TRANSMISSION WILL NOT REVERSE, ACTS AS IF CAR IS IN NEUTRAL. NOTICED ONLINE IT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. COST OF REPAIRS: OVER $5,000. PRICE PAID FOR VEHICLE IN PERFECT CONDITION: $9,000. MILEAGE, 105K. *TR.Mileage was 105000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53461J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.
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BMW 330I Electrical System

BMW 330I 2001 Electrical System Report #10347850

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM SCHOOL, ABOUT 30-35 MPH WHEN I HIT A POT HOLE. THE SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. I WAS RIDING ALONE & NOTHING WAS IN THE SEAT. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE SHOP & THAT WAS WHEN THE MAN WHO LOOKED AT THE CAR SAID THAT IT WAS NOT SUPPOSED TO DO THAT UNLESS SOMEONE WAS SITTING IN THE SEAT. ALSO, MY CAR ONE DAY JUST WOULDN'T UNLOCK OR IT WOULD START NOT LOCKING USING THE REMOTE. I USED THE KEY AND SOMETIMES IT WOULD WORK. IT WENT BACK TO NORMAL AFTER NOT TOUCHING IT FOR A FEW DAYS. MONTHS AFTER, IT STARTED DOING IT AGAIN. ID BE LOCKED OUT OR LOCKED IN. IT WOULDN'T WORK USING THE REMOTE, KEY, NOR MANUALLY FROM THE INSIDE. NOW, THE DRIVER DOOR WONT OPEN AT ALL, THUS I HAVE TO CRAWL ACROSS THE SEAT TO DRIVE. THE BACK BLINKER STARTED DIMMING SO WE TOOK IT TO GET IT REPLACED BUT THE MAN SAID IT WASN'T THE BULB BUT MAYBE THE WIRING. IM STARTING TO THINK MAYBE THE WIRING IS CAUSING THE MISHAPS IN THE LOCKS AND DOORS. *TR.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in INDEPENDENCE, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Side/window

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Side/window Report #10347850

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM SCHOOL, ABOUT 30-35 MPH WHEN I HIT A POT HOLE. THE SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. I WAS RIDING ALONE & NOTHING WAS IN THE SEAT. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE SHOP & THAT WAS WHEN THE MAN WHO LOOKED AT THE CAR SAID THAT IT WAS NOT SUPPOSED TO DO THAT UNLESS SOMEONE WAS SITTING IN THE SEAT. ALSO, MY CAR ONE DAY JUST WOULDN'T UNLOCK OR IT WOULD START NOT LOCKING USING THE REMOTE. I USED THE KEY AND SOMETIMES IT WOULD WORK. IT WENT BACK TO NORMAL AFTER NOT TOUCHING IT FOR A FEW DAYS. MONTHS AFTER, IT STARTED DOING IT AGAIN. ID BE LOCKED OUT OR LOCKED IN. IT WOULDN'T WORK USING THE REMOTE, KEY, NOR MANUALLY FROM THE INSIDE. NOW, THE DRIVER DOOR WONT OPEN AT ALL, THUS I HAVE TO CRAWL ACROSS THE SEAT TO DRIVE. THE BACK BLINKER STARTED DIMMING SO WE TOOK IT TO GET IT REPLACED BUT THE MAN SAID IT WASN'T THE BULB BUT MAYBE THE WIRING. IM STARTING TO THINK MAYBE THE WIRING IS CAUSING THE MISHAPS IN THE LOCKS AND DOORS. *TR.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in INDEPENDENCE, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

BMW 330I 2001 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #10363067

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2002.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . WINDOW REGULATORS (ALL WINDOWS) FAIL ON A REGULAR BASIS DUE TO MANUFACTURE DESIGN IN EQUIPMENT. IF WINDOW STOPS WORKING IN THE OPEN POSITION YOUR STUCK UNTIL REPAIRED. THE REPAIR LASTS A SHORT TIME AND THEN THE REGULATOR BREAKS AGAIN. THIS IS ALSO A SAFETY ISSUE IF ONE IS IN A SITUATION WERE THE AUTO NEEDS TO BE LOCK OR DRIVEN ON A FREEWAY. *TR.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LAKE FOREST, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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BMW 330I Engine And Engine Cooling

BMW 330I 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10372751

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2006.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . ENGINE STALLS ON A FEW OCCASIONS WHEN VEHICLE WAS TURNING LEFT AT LOW SPEED, CAUSING TEMPORARY LOSS OF POWER STEERING. WAS ABLE TO QUICKLY RE-START THE ENGINE EVERY TIME BUT COULD HAVE CAUSED CRASH OTHERWISE. THIS OCCURRED MORE FREQUENTLY AFTER 2008 (AND AFTER 60K MILES), BOTH AT LOW SPEED ON LOCAL ROADS AND AT 45 ~ 55 MPH ON HIGHWAYS, SUMMER OR WINTER CONDITIONS, WITH OR WITHOUT AC TURNED ON. OCCURRENCES ARE INFREQUENT AND UNPREDICTABLE. REPORTED TO MY BMW DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPLICATE THE PROBLEM AND UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE. OTHERWISE, THE VEHICLE DRIVES PERFECTLY FINE AND I LOVE IT..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in WHITEHOUSE STATION, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.
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BMW 330I Steering

BMW 330I 2001 Steering Report #10372751

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2006.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with STEERING . ENGINE STALLS ON A FEW OCCASIONS WHEN VEHICLE WAS TURNING LEFT AT LOW SPEED, CAUSING TEMPORARY LOSS OF POWER STEERING. WAS ABLE TO QUICKLY RE-START THE ENGINE EVERY TIME BUT COULD HAVE CAUSED CRASH OTHERWISE. THIS OCCURRED MORE FREQUENTLY AFTER 2008 (AND AFTER 60K MILES), BOTH AT LOW SPEED ON LOCAL ROADS AND AT 45 ~ 55 MPH ON HIGHWAYS, SUMMER OR WINTER CONDITIONS, WITH OR WITHOUT AC TURNED ON. OCCURRENCES ARE INFREQUENT AND UNPREDICTABLE. REPORTED TO MY BMW DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPLICATE THE PROBLEM AND UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE. OTHERWISE, THE VEHICLE DRIVES PERFECTLY FINE AND I LOVE IT..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in WHITEHOUSE STATION, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10378359

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . NOTHING HAPPENED LEADING UP TO MY TRANSMISSION WON'T GO INTO REVERSE. IT JUST FAILED AND WON'T ENGAGE. FOUND OUT THIS HAPPENS VERY FREQUENTLY ON BMW TRANSMISSION. *LN.Mileage was 99500 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in BRENTWOOD, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Latches/locks/linkages

BMW 330I 2001 Latches/locks/linkages Report #10379506

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 28, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . BMW 330I 2001 HAS LOCK AND UNLOCKING PROBLEM. MY MOTHER IN-LAW WHO IS HOLD HAS TO CLIMB TO GET OUT. I FOUND OUT RESEARCHING IN THE INTERNET THAT IT'S A COMMON PROBLEM. *TR.Mileage was 145000 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in POMONA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10384616

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . NOTHING LED TO THE PROBLEM BUT MY BMW REVERSE STOPPED WORKING. LAST FALL THE TRANSMISSION WAS FLUSHED PER RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE. NO REVERSE HAS STOPPED WORKING. *TR.Mileage was 123456 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53441F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in PLAIN CITY, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10393124

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 28, 2010.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . I OWN AN AUTOMATIC 2001 BMW 330I. I HAVE HAD NO PRIOR PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE AND ON MARCH 28, 2010, I PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AND WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE (2 MINUTES LATER - WITHOUT STOPPING THE ENGINE) THE CAR DID NOT MOVE BACKWARDS. I PROCEEDED TO TURN OFF THE CAR, WAIT AND PUT IT BACK INTO REVERSE AND PRESSED ON THE GAS. THE VEHICLE REV'S UP BUT DOES NOT MOVE AS IF IT WERE IN NEUTRAL. AFTER SOME RESEARCH ONLINE IT SEEMS THE 2001 330I POWER TRAIN IS A COMMON FAILURE WITH NO PRIOR WARNINGS EVEN WITH ALL MAINTENANCE DONE TO THE VEHICLE. *TR.Mileage was 126500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10399582

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 06, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . REVERSE SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING WITH NO WARNING. ALL OTHER FORWARD GEARS WORK FINE - (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION). BASED ON A QUICK SEARCH ON THE INTERNET THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH 3 SERIES BMW'S. *TR.Mileage was 156000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53491J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in STERLING, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Air Bags Frontal

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Frontal Report #10407549

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on June 02, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BWI 330I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WAS REPLACED. THE TECHNICIANS WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000. .Mileage was 65000 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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BMW 330I Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

BMW 330I 2001 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #10422910

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . BMW 3 SERIES (E36-E46) 1991-2005 WINDOW REGULATORS BREAK CONSTANTLY. *TR.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in PROVIDENCE, RI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Electrical System

BMW 330I 2001 Electrical System Report #10422910

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . BMW 3 SERIES (E36-E46) 1991-2005 WINDOW REGULATORS BREAK CONSTANTLY. *TR.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in PROVIDENCE, RI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Fuel System, Gasoline

BMW 330I 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10432620

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Oct 24, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . THE FUEL PUMP/TANK SENDING UNIT BEHIND PASSENGER'S SEAT IS LEAKING FUEL WHEN THE TANK IS FULL. STRONG GASOLINE VAPORS ARE PRESENT IN THE CABIN AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SITTING A FEW MINUTES AFTER A FILL UP. THESE VAPORS POSE A SIGNIFICANT EXPLOSION/FIRE HAZARD SHOULD SOMEONE BE SMOKING AS THEY ENTER THE VEHICLE OR SHOULD THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION AND BECOME AN IGNITION SOURCE. WHEN THE FUEL PUMP/SENDING UNIT ASSEMBLY IS VIEWED FROM THE TOP, THERE IS AN ENCLOSED PLASTIC CYLINDRICAL PIECE APPROXIMATELY 1/4 OF AN INCH IN DIAMETER WITH A BALL SHAPED END, THAT IS LEAKING AT THE TOP. FAILURE OF THE FUEL/PRESSURE RETAINING PLASTIC COMPONENTS ON FUEL PUMPS AND SENDER UNITS APPEARS TO BE A COMMON MANUFACTURING DEFECT AS SIMILAR (UNREPORTED) LEAKING PROBLEMS ARE FOUND WHEN RESEARCHING SIMILAR VEHICLES ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB. REFERENCE : ODI 10426736. *TR.Mileage was 91453 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53461F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in AVON, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Report #10437563

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . MY 2001 BMW 330I STOPPED GOING IN REVERSE LAST WEDNESDAY. APPARENTLY, THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE, AS I WAS VERY SUPRISED TO SEE DOZENS OF WEBSITES DEDICATED TO THIS NO REVERSE ISSUE. HOW COME THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR THIS COMMON FAILURE? *KB.Mileage was 89200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53491J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in KIRKLAND, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train Automatic Transmission

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10437563

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . MY 2001 BMW 330I STOPPED GOING IN REVERSE LAST WEDNESDAY. APPARENTLY, THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE, AS I WAS VERY SUPRISED TO SEE DOZENS OF WEBSITES DEDICATED TO THIS NO REVERSE ISSUE. HOW COME THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR THIS COMMON FAILURE? *KB.Mileage was 89200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53491J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in KIRKLAND, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Report #10440713

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . 2001 330I BMW. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEMS WITH REVERSE IN TRANSMISSION. *TGW.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Unknown Or Other

BMW 330I 2001 Unknown Or Other Report #10444547

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 18, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . UPON EXITING THE FREEWAY A HORRIBLE, CONTINUOUS METALLIC SCRAPING NOISE BEGAN. I HAD HEARD THIS PERIODICALLY ON MY DRIVE, BUT UNTIL NOW IT WAS NOT CONTINUOUS. LOOKING UNDER THE CAR, I COULD SEE THE METAL GAS TANK STRAP HANGING AND RESTING ON THE GROUND. IT WAS THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT THAT FAILED, SO THE STRAP WAS POINTING FORWARD. I ASSUME IT WAS ONLY PERIODICALLY AT FIRST BECAUSE IT TOOK SOME TIME FOR MY ACTUAL GAS TANK TO SLIP DOWN FORCING THE STRAP AGAINST THE ASPHALT. KNOWING THAT A METAL STRAP WAS SCRAPING AND POSSIBLY SPARKING AGAINST THE ASPHALT NEXT TO MY SAGGING GAS TANK, THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST MECHANIC. *TT.Mileage was 171330 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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BMW 330I Fuel System, Gasoline

BMW 330I 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10444547

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 18, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . UPON EXITING THE FREEWAY A HORRIBLE, CONTINUOUS METALLIC SCRAPING NOISE BEGAN. I HAD HEARD THIS PERIODICALLY ON MY DRIVE, BUT UNTIL NOW IT WAS NOT CONTINUOUS. LOOKING UNDER THE CAR, I COULD SEE THE METAL GAS TANK STRAP HANGING AND RESTING ON THE GROUND. IT WAS THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT THAT FAILED, SO THE STRAP WAS POINTING FORWARD. I ASSUME IT WAS ONLY PERIODICALLY AT FIRST BECAUSE IT TOOK SOME TIME FOR MY ACTUAL GAS TANK TO SLIP DOWN FORCING THE STRAP AGAINST THE ASPHALT. KNOWING THAT A METAL STRAP WAS SCRAPING AND POSSIBLY SPARKING AGAINST THE ASPHALT NEXT TO MY SAGGING GAS TANK, THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST MECHANIC. *TT.Mileage was 171330 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53471F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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BMW 330I Exterior Lighting

BMW 330I 2001 Exterior Lighting Report #10456432

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL FOR 2002-2005 BMW (VARIOUS MODELS) REGARDING THE REAR LIGHTS. WE ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEMS IN OUR 2001 330I. THE RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AND THE TURN SIGNAL BLINKS AND THE TURN SIGNAL SOUND IS TWICE AS FAST AS NORMAL. I AM WRITING TO MAKE YOUR DEPARTMENT AWARE THAT THE MODEL YEARS SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO INCLUDE THE 2001 BMW 330I. *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53491F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HEATH, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 330I Electrical System

BMW 330I 2001 Electrical System Report #10456432

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL FOR 2002-2005 BMW (VARIOUS MODELS) REGARDING THE REAR LIGHTS. WE ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEMS IN OUR 2001 330I. THE RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHTS DO NOT WORK AND THE TURN SIGNAL BLINKS AND THE TURN SIGNAL SOUND IS TWICE AS FAST AS NORMAL. I AM WRITING TO MAKE YOUR DEPARTMENT AWARE THAT THE MODEL YEARS SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO INCLUDE THE 2001 BMW 330I. *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53491F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HEATH, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 330I Exterior Lighting

BMW 330I 2001 Exterior Lighting Report #10467637

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Apr 18, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . MY 2001 BMW 330I IS EXPERIENCING TAIL LIGHT PROBLEMS. THE RIGHT REAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHT DOES NOT WORK AND WHEN ACTIVATING IT, IT BLINKS TWICE AS FAST ON THE FRONT AND SIDE MARKER. ON THE DISPLAY PANEL IT SHOWS THE REAR RIGHT SIGNAL IS OUT. THE LEFT REAR BRAKE LIGHT IS ALSO OUT. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW AT LEAST. THE CAR DISPLAY ON THE DASH INDICATES THAT THE REAR RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT IS OUT. I HAVE CHANGED EVERYBULB IN THE REAR OF THE CAR WHICH FIXED NOTHING. I THEN DISCONNECTED THE THE TAILIGHT CONNECTOR ON EACH SIDE TO REVEAL THAT SOME OF THE PINS INSIDE OF THE CONNECTION HAVE MELTED AWAY. I AM POSITIVE THAT IS THE PROBLEM AS IT IS WITH THE 2002-2005 MODEL 3 SERIES. I CALLED BMW ABOUT THE RECALL AND OF COURSE 2001 IS NOT INCLUDED YET! I HOPE THIS GETS FIXED SOON. IT IS EXTREMELY INCONVENIENT AND DANGEROUS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 117500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53421F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DUVALL, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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BMW 330I Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Mounting

BMW 330I 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Mounting Report #10471001

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING . THE METAL STRAP THAT SUPPORTS THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK JUST BROKE OFF. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND HEARD A POP SOUND AND THEN METAL GRINDING AND JUMPING AROUND (LIKE A NEEDLE ON A SCRATCHED RECORD/ A CD) THE BRACKET TO WHICH THE FORWARD END OF THIS STRAP MOUNTED TO THE UNDERBODY BROKE FREE LEAVING A GASH LIKE TEAR ON THE UNDERBODY. I AM HAVING THE CAR SERVICED FOR REPAIRS, BUT WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THE PARTS DEPARTMENT DIDN'T HAVE ANY FIXABLE SOLUTION FOR THE MISHAP. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE ONLY THING THAT I COULD DO WAS TAKE IT TO A BODY SHOP TO HAVE A FABRICATED PIECE MADE. I'VE RESEARCHED THIS INCIDENT AND FOUND THAT THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL OTHER BMW OWNERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME INCIDENT. I AM ALSO EXPERIENCING THE LOSS OF REVERSE. THE DRIVE GEAR SEEMS TO BE FINE; HOWEVER, THE REVERSE IS NOT OPERATING. I AM NOW LOOKING INTO HAVING IT SERVICED FOR THAT ISSUE AS WELL. WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP, THEY DID TELL ME THAT THERE WAS AN OPEN CAMPAIGN ON THE TRANSMISSION (THOUGH THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THAT IT WAS ONLY FOR PROGRAMMING ISSUES). I HAD ALSO FOUND THAT THERE HAS BEEN OTHER BMW OWNERS THAT HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS ISSUE AS WELL. I KNOW THAT THEY HAD MENTIONED THAT THERE WERE TWO TYPES OF TRANSMISSION (THE GM AND THE ZF TRANSMISSION). THERE WAS A MENTION THAT IT COULD BE A FAULTY SOLENOID OR THE REVERSE DRUM HAS BROKEN/ SHREDDED. NONE THE LESS YOU CAN PLACE INTO "REVERSE" AND GIVE IT GAS AND NOTHING HAPPENS NO MOVEMENT UNLESS YOU PLACE INTO "DRIVE." MY CAR DOES HAVE THE STEPTRONIC FEATURE. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 169500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MESQUITE, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10471001

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . THE METAL STRAP THAT SUPPORTS THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK JUST BROKE OFF. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND HEARD A POP SOUND AND THEN METAL GRINDING AND JUMPING AROUND (LIKE A NEEDLE ON A SCRATCHED RECORD/ A CD) THE BRACKET TO WHICH THE FORWARD END OF THIS STRAP MOUNTED TO THE UNDERBODY BROKE FREE LEAVING A GASH LIKE TEAR ON THE UNDERBODY. I AM HAVING THE CAR SERVICED FOR REPAIRS, BUT WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THE PARTS DEPARTMENT DIDN'T HAVE ANY FIXABLE SOLUTION FOR THE MISHAP. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE ONLY THING THAT I COULD DO WAS TAKE IT TO A BODY SHOP TO HAVE A FABRICATED PIECE MADE. I'VE RESEARCHED THIS INCIDENT AND FOUND THAT THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL OTHER BMW OWNERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME INCIDENT. I AM ALSO EXPERIENCING THE LOSS OF REVERSE. THE DRIVE GEAR SEEMS TO BE FINE; HOWEVER, THE REVERSE IS NOT OPERATING. I AM NOW LOOKING INTO HAVING IT SERVICED FOR THAT ISSUE AS WELL. WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP, THEY DID TELL ME THAT THERE WAS AN OPEN CAMPAIGN ON THE TRANSMISSION (THOUGH THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THAT IT WAS ONLY FOR PROGRAMMING ISSUES). I HAD ALSO FOUND THAT THERE HAS BEEN OTHER BMW OWNERS THAT HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS ISSUE AS WELL. I KNOW THAT THEY HAD MENTIONED THAT THERE WERE TWO TYPES OF TRANSMISSION (THE GM AND THE ZF TRANSMISSION). THERE WAS A MENTION THAT IT COULD BE A FAULTY SOLENOID OR THE REVERSE DRUM HAS BROKEN/ SHREDDED. NONE THE LESS YOU CAN PLACE INTO "REVERSE" AND GIVE IT GAS AND NOTHING HAPPENS NO MOVEMENT UNLESS YOU PLACE INTO "DRIVE." MY CAR DOES HAVE THE STEPTRONIC FEATURE. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 169500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MESQUITE, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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BMW 330I Power Train

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Report #10471001

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . THE METAL STRAP THAT SUPPORTS THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK JUST BROKE OFF. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND HEARD A POP SOUND AND THEN METAL GRINDING AND JUMPING AROUND (LIKE A NEEDLE ON A SCRATCHED RECORD/ A CD) THE BRACKET TO WHICH THE FORWARD END OF THIS STRAP MOUNTED TO THE UNDERBODY BROKE FREE LEAVING A GASH LIKE TEAR ON THE UNDERBODY. I AM HAVING THE CAR SERVICED FOR REPAIRS, BUT WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THE PARTS DEPARTMENT DIDN'T HAVE ANY FIXABLE SOLUTION FOR THE MISHAP. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE ONLY THING THAT I COULD DO WAS TAKE IT TO A BODY SHOP TO HAVE A FABRICATED PIECE MADE. I'VE RESEARCHED THIS INCIDENT AND FOUND THAT THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL OTHER BMW OWNERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME INCIDENT. I AM ALSO EXPERIENCING THE LOSS OF REVERSE. THE DRIVE GEAR SEEMS TO BE FINE; HOWEVER, THE REVERSE IS NOT OPERATING. I AM NOW LOOKING INTO HAVING IT SERVICED FOR THAT ISSUE AS WELL. WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP, THEY DID TELL ME THAT THERE WAS AN OPEN CAMPAIGN ON THE TRANSMISSION (THOUGH THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THAT IT WAS ONLY FOR PROGRAMMING ISSUES). I HAD ALSO FOUND THAT THERE HAS BEEN OTHER BMW OWNERS THAT HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS ISSUE AS WELL. I KNOW THAT THEY HAD MENTIONED THAT THERE WERE TWO TYPES OF TRANSMISSION (THE GM AND THE ZF TRANSMISSION). THERE WAS A MENTION THAT IT COULD BE A FAULTY SOLENOID OR THE REVERSE DRUM HAS BROKEN/ SHREDDED. NONE THE LESS YOU CAN PLACE INTO "REVERSE" AND GIVE IT GAS AND NOTHING HAPPENS NO MOVEMENT UNLESS YOU PLACE INTO "DRIVE." MY CAR DOES HAVE THE STEPTRONIC FEATURE. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 169500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53431F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in MESQUITE, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Report #10477461

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Sept 28, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . NO WARNING LIGHT. PUT IN REVERSE AND I HEARD A POP NOISE. I THOUGHT MY STUFF WAS MOVING IN TRUNK. PUT IN GEAR AND DROVE. WHEN I CAME TO FULL STOP AND TRY TO REVERSE. IT DOESN'T WORK. MORE LIKE REVERSE WAS IN NEUTRAL. ALL OTHER GEAR IS FINE EXCEPT REVERSE. I HAVE A BMW 330I SEDAN, 2001 3L. I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY CAR. I BEEN DRIVING ON AND OFF WITH THIS CAR FOR 4 YEARS SINCE GAS IS EXPENSIVE. NOW IT COMPLETELY DIED. THEY SHOULD HAVE A RECALL ON FAULTY TRANSMISSION. I HEARD SEPTONIC TRANSMISSION ARE MADE BY GM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 153400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in THOUSAND OAKS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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BMW 330I Electrical System

BMW 330I 2001 Electrical System Report #10486134

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on June 22, 2011.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . MY DOORS WILL LOCK BUT NOT UNLOCK. I CANNOT UNLOCK THEM WITH MY KEY FOB, CENTER CONSOLE, OR WITH THE DOOR HANDLES. RIGHT NOW THE ONLY TWO DOORS THAT WILL OPEN ARE MY DRIVERS AND DRIVERS REAR DOOR. I CAN ONLY UNLOCK THE DRIVERS REAR BY THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLES. PASSENGERS HAVE TO CLIMB IN THE DRIVERS SIDE OR WINDOW. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SANDY SPRINGS, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Exterior Lighting

BMW 330I 2001 Exterior Lighting Report #10493153

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2013.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . DRIVERS SIDE TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVE. NO BRAKE LIGHT, TAIL LIGHT OR TURN SIGNAL. GROUND WIRE IN CONNECTOR MELTED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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BMW 330I Power Train

BMW 330I 2001 Power Train Report #10496053

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2012.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 330I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL ATTEMPTS TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE D-G CLUTCH DRUM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE BUT DID NOT PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANCE DUE TO THE VEHICLE NOT BEING INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 70,000.... UPDATED 03/08/13 *BF UPDATED 03/27/2013 *JS UPDATED 04/18/13*LJ.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53411J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in COLUMBUS, OH. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Bmw 330i 2001 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Bmw 330i 2001 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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BMW 330I Wheels

BMW 330I 2001 Wheels Report #10573228

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2014.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with WHEELS . ON SATURDAY 03/01/2014 AT AROUND 10:30PM I HAD JUST PASSED THE TAPPAN ZEE BRIDGE GOING TO CONNECTICUT SO I WAS ON THE 287 WEST OR NORTH HIGHWAY (NOT SURE BECAUSE AT SOME POINT 287 CHANGES FROM WEST TO NORTH). IT WAS ABOUT 1-2 MILES AFTER WHEN I HIT A HUGE POTHOLE THAT MADE AIR BAG OR SIDE CURTAIN FELL OFF. THE ENTIRE BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, JUST THE SIDE CURTAIN FELL OFF AND STAYED HANGING. INSURANCE COMPANY CONSIDERED IT A COLLISION AND TOTALED MY CAR. I FEEL UPSET BECAUSE THE AIR BAG DID NOT OPEN PROPERLY AND YET MY CAR WAS TOTALED BECAUSE OF IT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 182000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in ELMWOOD PARK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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BMW 330I Air Bags

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Report #10573228

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2014.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . ON SATURDAY 03/01/2014 AT AROUND 10:30PM I HAD JUST PASSED THE TAPPAN ZEE BRIDGE GOING TO CONNECTICUT SO I WAS ON THE 287 WEST OR NORTH HIGHWAY (NOT SURE BECAUSE AT SOME POINT 287 CHANGES FROM WEST TO NORTH). IT WAS ABOUT 1-2 MILES AFTER WHEN I HIT A HUGE POTHOLE THAT MADE AIR BAG OR SIDE CURTAIN FELL OFF. THE ENTIRE BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, JUST THE SIDE CURTAIN FELL OFF AND STAYED HANGING. INSURANCE COMPANY CONSIDERED IT A COLLISION AND TOTALED MY CAR. I FEEL UPSET BECAUSE THE AIR BAG DID NOT OPEN PROPERLY AND YET MY CAR WAS TOTALED BECAUSE OF IT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 182000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481J. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in ELMWOOD PARK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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BMW 330I Wheels

BMW 330I 2001 Wheels Report #10587219

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 03, 2014.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with WHEELS . I WAS DRIVING MY BMW 2001 330I ON DOVER CHESTER RD CROSSING THE INTERSECTION OF MORRIS TPKE IN RANDOLPH, NJ WHEN I HIT A POT HOLE AND PATCH WORK ON THE ROAD. THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AND WINDOW AIRBAGS DEPLOYED CUTTING THE POWER TO THE ENGINE AND TURNING ON THE EMERGENCY HAZARD LIGHTS. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND SAW THAT THAT I HAD A FLAT TIRE BUT NO DAMAGE TO TIRE RIM AND NO DAMAGE TO THE BODY OF THE CAR. THERE WAS NO IMPACT OR REASON FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM TO DEPLOY..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HOBOKEN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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BMW 330I Air Bags

BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Report #10587219

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 03, 2014.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . I WAS DRIVING MY BMW 2001 330I ON DOVER CHESTER RD CROSSING THE INTERSECTION OF MORRIS TPKE IN RANDOLPH, NJ WHEN I HIT A POT HOLE AND PATCH WORK ON THE ROAD. THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AND WINDOW AIRBAGS DEPLOYED CUTTING THE POWER TO THE ENGINE AND TURNING ON THE EMERGENCY HAZARD LIGHTS. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND SAW THAT THAT I HAD A FLAT TIRE BUT NO DAMAGE TO TIRE RIM AND NO DAMAGE TO THE BODY OF THE CAR. THERE WAS NO IMPACT OR REASON FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM TO DEPLOY..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53481F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in HOBOKEN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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BMW 330I 2001 Air Bags Report #10628231

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on July 27, 2014.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 330I. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAGS INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV53421F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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BMW 330I Structure Body

BMW 330I 2001 Structure Body Report #10637513

BMW 330I 2001 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2014.BMW 330I 2001, manufactured by BMW of North America, LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . TL- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 330I. THE CONTACT STATED UPON ATTEMPT TO EXIT THE VEHICLE,THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN AT ALL. THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE COULD BE PULLED,HOWEVER,IT WOULD NOT OPEN THE DOOR. THE CONTACT THEN HAD TO CLIMB OVER TO THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN TAKEN TO A MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES AND THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.GB .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WBAAV534X1F. Bmw 330i 2001 problem was reported in DECATUR, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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Air Bags 5 Review(s)

Air Bags Frontal 1 Review(s)

Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module 1 Review(s)

Air Bags Side/window 17 Review(s)

Electrical System 7 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling 3 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System 3 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan 2 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly 1 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control 1 Review(s)

Exterior Lighting 4 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline 3 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Mounting 2 Review(s)

Latches/locks/linkages 3 Review(s)

Power Train 5 Review(s)

Power Train Automatic Transmission 15 Review(s)

Power Train Automatic Transmission Torque Converter 2 Review(s)

Power Train Driveline Driveshaft 1 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor 1 Review(s)

Steering 1 Review(s)

Structure Body 2 Review(s)

Structure Frame And Members 1 Review(s)

Suspension 2 Review(s)

Suspension Front Control Arm Lower Arm 1 Review(s)

Tires 3 Review(s)

Tires Sidewall 1 Review(s)

Tires Tread/belt 1 Review(s)

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Vehicle Speed Control 2 Review(s)

Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal 2 Review(s)

Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls 6 Review(s)

Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices Interior 1 Review(s)

Wheels 3 Review(s)

Wheels Rim 2 Review(s)

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