2006 BMW 3 Series steering problems

Filed Jul 27, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 120,000 miles · NY

Electronic steering wheel lock. This is in the steering column when it fails the car will not start. It seems to be a pretty common problem. I was hoping there was a recall for this issue, but can not find one.

Filed Oct 28, 2017 · Steering · 48,802 miles · MA

Steering wheel lock up light come on and lock up some time.

Filed May 23, 2016 · Electrical, Steering · 99,932 miles · NJ

Electronic steering wheel lock malfunctions without notice and renders the car incapable of starting. A yellow steering wheel icon (or red in some instances) appears in the informational panel on the dashboard. The accompanying error code is cc-id 187. This condition when it occurs, will not energize (disables) the ignition system and prevents the car from being started. Drivers will become stranded wherever they happen to be once the car is turned off as the error notification appears only when the car is switched off or back on. There are literally hundreds of similar and identical cases on the internet when performing a google search on this issue.

Filed Jul 29, 2014 · Steering · 150,000 miles · OH

I just came back from a long family vacations, I was driving this vehicle all over the states! I was so lucky! This happen to me when I got home , my 2006 bmw 330i which had a steering column malfunction and failure. Malfunction of integral lock sensor in steering column necessitates replacement of entire steering column, it is a safety problem and should be covered by a bmw customer satisfaction campaign. But is not!!! The warning indicator in the instrument panel showed an icon of a steering wheel and a lock and the vehicle failed to start, I had to have the car towed to the dealership. I contacted bmw customer service, explained my problem and was told they couldn't do anything to cover this very common quality problem and would not be covered under a manufacturers customer satisfaction campaign. On the federal safety agency website, there are many cases reported that there is a problem! And that's why! I am reporting this incident to the federal safety agency in hopes that bmw will do something for other owners as the repair bill was $1000 and should have been covered by bmw. All I think about is! If this problem happened to me while I was driving with all my family on my car! I think I got so lucky! Look at; service bulletins. Youll see! Service bulletin no.: sib-32-04-07 component(s): steering bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm ((((so! They know! About this!!!)))) make this a recall! Before! This gets lock wile some one is driving and gets hurt!!!!

Filed Jul 17, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 9,000 miles · NY

I own a 2006 bmw 330xi. I'm having problems with the steering column lock which prevents the car from starting. The problem starts with a yellow warning light that indicates the steering column is locked. The starting problem is constant. We are concerned we may get stranded or as some have reported the steering may lock with little or no warning . From what I can find on the internet it appears bmw is aware of the problem. Comments are bad steering column. The problem started in feb. Of 2012 when the car only had 9000 miles and my extended warranty had just expired. The car now has 11000 miles.the dealer has not been able to help and suggested on several occasions that I contact bmw direct. The problem appears to be common from the comments posted on line by bmw owners of 2006 on. I recently contacted bmw and they suggested I have the dealership perform a diagnostic test.the test result was defective steering column.the fee for this test was $145.91. The estimate they provided to replace the steering column is $1,467.86 plus diagnostic fee of $145.91. Total cost $1,613.77. Your investigation will show the defective steering column is a common problem. As the problem persist the safety concerns become greater. Is a recall coming as this is serious highway safety concern?

Filed Sep 11, 2013 · Steering · 149,000 miles · TN

Received yellow steering wheel and lock icon when trying to start the car. Attempted using different keys, but the car would not start and the steering wheel remained immobile. I exited the car and waited about 30 minutes to try again, but received yellow steering wheel with lock icon again when putting the key fob into the vehicle. When I called the dealership, I was quoted about $1200 as soon as I described the yellow steering wheel and lock, without them having seen the vehicle. The sa also mentioned that the newer models don't even have this feature at all. I was also advised that it is not a bmw responsibility or defect, and that I would be responsible for all shop repairs and time. Doing research about this issue, I found this is a very well documented and known issue. This seems to be due to poor design by the auto manufacturer, so much so that the "feature" isn't even included on newer models of the vehicle at all.

Filed Jul 4, 2013 · Steering · 93,000 miles · GA

Steering wheel lock malfunctioned as evidenced by warning light. Vehicle was immobile and required towing. Cost for repair = $1100.00. Repair shop said there was a core charge for the replaced upper steering column. This means that bmw is buying back the malfunctioned units to either diagnose, or they're rebuilding them and making more money. Either way, it's an known problem and bmw isn't taking the proper action to ensure owners safety.

Filed Mar 21, 2013 · Steering · 9,754 miles · FL

I brought the vehicle in to bmw and stated that the steering wheel lock lights come on and the car will not start until a few tries. Bmw could not find the problem, since then it has progressively gotten worst and reading forums, there seen to be a legitimate problem with this issue.

Filed Jan 29, 2013 · Steering · 69,000 miles · NV

I am getting a new message on my car indicating the wheel being locked. This problem is well documented and it seems there should be a recall. Please check out all the comments on this website. Http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=410153. My hope is that a recall happens. This 2006 bmw has been a maintenance nightmare. Have had way too many problems. What can I do?

Filed Dec 31, 2012 · Steering · 111,331 miles · CA

Steering column. Bmw problem, factory issue that needs to be taken care of. Steering lock light.