Consumer states molding inside the windows was falling down. Dealer fixed it twice, and problem still recurring.
2000 BMW 323I visibility complaints
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Window regulators have been replaced two to three times on all four windows. All repairs complete by south motors bmw service department except third repair on front passenger window completed by braman bmw. Service advisor admits that this is a known problem on this model due to a bad supplier. The vehicle has been serviced 5 times for this problem.
Contacted manufacturer, couldn't properly correct problems, car is defective, attorney general notified as well as bbb, attorney general's office recommended contacting private attorney. Dt
Window regulator broke, causing windows to be inoperative. Regulator has broken 6 times. Consumer said it was a manufacturer's defect.
Transmission problem, unable to put manual stick in 1st, 3rd and 4th gear; 2nd manual shift pops out of gear. Braking system, brakes squeeking during breaking. Dsc/eml - according to manual, its an system malfunction and a problem with the traction control; light stays on when driving. Fuel injection - lights stays on when driving. Exterior mirror - would not tilt when in reverse. Brakes light - instrument light stays on when driving. (other)service engine - instrument light stays on when driving and beeps. Other problems: trunk lock - intrument light stays on, navigation system - data disappers when starting car and when driving. Cd/radio manual different from the sound system in the car, seat memory - settings won't keep when entering the car, key memory - setting won't keep, exterior body - leaning to the right was reported to me by another driver, engine - hesitates, or trottles.
I am very concerned that the new bmw 323ci convertible has a dangerous design defect that could potentially put consumers in jeopardy. Specifically, the reinforced window frame is slanted dramatically downward and the blunt top corners of the window frame are pointed inward, dangerously close to the heads of the passengers. Despite other excellent safety features of the bmw, it wouldn't take much of an impact to hit the corner of the blunt window frame with your head (only a few inches)! The downward slant of the window also hinders an optimal driving view. This is a new design for 2000, and the previous bmw convertibles did not have this slant issue or the placement of blunt corners near the heads of the passengers. Time is of the essence on this defect. Bmw will begin releasing these models to the public in the may timeframe. Demos are now available at the dealerships. I love bmw automobiles, and I ordered this particular convertible. I'm writing with the hopes that your office will look into this issue asap and help/advise bmw to take corrective action if a true problem exists before they release these vehicles in the united states in mass. I would appreciate any information you can provide. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.
I brought my vehicle in to have a problem fixed with the sun roof and mentioned that I had a problem with steering the vehicle during braking at slow speeds. When I got the repair list back from the dealer I noticed that they had replaced a major portion of the braking and steering system. The service seemed rather familiar with the problem and didn't hesitate to replace all of the componets which leads me to believe that they are aware of a signifigant problem with these vehicles and have not reported it. I have been checking the bmw websites on the 3 series and have found that a large number of these cars have the same defect in their vehicles. The manufacturer is paying for the full replacement of the defective systems, but, only if you ask about the problem. They are not currently notifying individual owners of this problem to have this condition corrected prior to the complaint.
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