2008 bmw 328i. Consumer writes in regards to rusted battery cables which resulted in vehicle fire.
2008 BMW 328I electrical complaints
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Two years ago, the driver side door would not open from the inside or outside of the car (pulling on both handles didn't open it) and attempting to unlock it by the dash unlock button didn't work. . The only way to exit the car was to crawl across the front of the car and exit out the passenger side. Was told that the problem was caused by a faulty door actuator. Fast forward to today and the same thing is happening again. I can't open my front drivers side door from the inside or outside which is obviously a major safety issue. Pulling on the handle on either side doesn't open the door and using the dash unlock button doesn't help unlock it either. After doing some research on this, it looks like this is a chronic problem with BMW E90 models (mine is a 2008 328i). With this being a major safety issue and is common with this model of vehicle, is there the possibility of a recall?
My vehicle started shutting down from the radiator where it can only be started manually.
The fotwell modules on these cars are defective..there was an extended waraanty covering this to replace the defective frm(or footwell module)but it does not include this car..the car's headlights, brakelights, domelites stay on with car off, thus drainig the battery. The car then lacks power and can shut off even when driving causing a serious accident. In this model car, these are fmr2 modules that can't be rebuilt. Bmw 328i has a supeceeded part and I called them and they wont cover the cost or honor the warranty for this car. Thus I am submitting this as I heard several other bmw onwners with similar models have experienced defective footwell modules..I strongly feel my car should be included as a recall or extended warranty on this part. You cannot replace it as bmw parts no longer carries it, thus how to you get this car to run with the battery draining with lights on?? This poses a danger if vehicle stalls with battery voltage declining as car will no longer run,,even when driving.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact stated that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags), 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling), and 17v676000 (electrical system). The previous owner had not had the recall repairs performed prior to the contact purchasing the vehicle. The contact stated that the ABS and emergency brake indicators were flashing. In addition, the air bag warning indicator flashed and then remained illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled more than once. The contact was unsure if the vehicle would restart after it was shut off. Kovacs motors (707‑996‑4149, located at 19190 sonoma hwy, sonoma, ca 95476) was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was not available.
I had a blower motor replaced 2 to 3 years prior to recall at a shop other than bmw .bmw of north america said I would be paid for the part but I needed to bring it to bmw to verify a bmw part was used. I brought it to bmw of bayside and they verified it was a bmw part. I had a copy of my bill from the repair shop with the bmw part and labor cost. Now they say I can not be paid because I need a receipt from an authorized bmw part center. Repair was done 3 years ago and the shop no longer has the receipt. I am writing to you for your assistance in obtaining the refund that I am due for this repair. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
My car jerked and stalled and give difficult start. Took it to mechanic shop and it was diagnosed with crank pcv valve problems
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. Less than an hour after the contact parked and exited the vehicle, it caught fire under the hood. When the contact returned to the vehicle, the key fob failed to unlock the vehicle and the key had to be manually used to open the driver's side door. The interior of the vehicle was filled with white smoke. Upon further inspection, it was noticed that an extensive fire erupted from the driver's side near the engine. The fire department extinguished the flames and provided a fire inspection report. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. After the failure, the manufacturer did not send the recall notices concerning the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the fire department mentioned that these models have recalls. The contact verified the recall information directly from the internet. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact called rick hill imports, inc at 877‑549‑1572 (located at 861 e stone dr, kingsport, tn 37662) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle overheated and a burning odor was detected. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. Parts distribution disconnect for both campaign numbers.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v044000 (electrical system) in 2017. The dealer (bmw of meridian, 2000 ms-39, meridian, ms 39301) stated that the part was unavailable. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I've looked up my VIN on my bmw 2008 328i it has a recall on the blower motor wiring, they have a wiring harness kit to fix the problem but when I call don jacobs bmw they say there is no recall showing for my car, I have no heat in my car the blower mother doesn't work, my car is one that is affected by this recall, I just want my car fixed
Headlight wiring loom insulation on wires are cracking and splitting exposing bare wires on both headlights.
Had the car checked out for over heating problems, everything checked out fine but my car is running super hot and it has started to melt some cables.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Bmw of south albany (617 us-9w, glenmont, new york 12077, (888) 542-9066) was made aware of the recalls and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Pulling into a parking space, smelled electrical burning. Stopped & getting out the car, saw flames coming from inside the car under the glove box. Had a fire extinguisher near by so we we're able to keep the flames from burning the entire car and the cars next to us. Insurance company says its the result of 10/25/17 blower motor wiring recall.
It has a electrical power distribution battery cable . It shuts off completely
Passenger side front seat caught fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer (bmw of san rafael, 1599 francisco blvd e, san rafael, ca 94901, (415)-482-2000) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedies. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
After sitting over night the bmw 328i was driven approximately 2 miles and then parked. About 10 to 15 minutes later the car caught fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was contacted and stated that parts were not available. The dealer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
"bmw recall" on 8/20/18 monday morning I drove my 2008 bmw 328i approximately 2.3 miles and parked the car at 7:00 am. At approximately 7:10 am I was notified that my car was on fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. Circle bmw (500 nj-36, eatontown, nj 07724, (732) 440-3640) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedies. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
I contacted bmw multiple times before the recall notice and have been stonewalled since. Just two days ago my blower motor stopped working suddenly and got hot under the glove box. I have been trying to get this fixed for over 1 1/2 to no avail. The dealer and manufacturer have not helped and I need to consult the federal safety agency for help. I want this problem fixed and I wanted it yesterday. Due to the fact that bmw has not provided a solution/remedy fast enough, I have had to travel with no air conditioning in the florida heat, what makes it worse is wuen it rains. They refuse to offer alternate transportation and I have been rudely yelled at and discouraged from trying to reach corporate. I tried to explain my situation and the seriousness of my situation to no avail. Bmw has a long history of good and bad, yet they refuse to help a customer or to help relieve the burden of the recall or offer extra assostance or satisfaction in this particular case. I wish to have something done about this.
Vehicle spontaneously combust in a rural driveway after sitting for hours. Fire started in the central dash. The vehicle is a total loss.
I've been trying to get this taken care of for a while now, and the manufacturer is saying that the remedy isn't available. I feel unsafe, especially now during the summertime when I'm using my heating and AC. I experienced better customer serivie back when I had a chevy.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. The dealer (bmw of monterey, 1 geary plaza, seaside, california 93955) confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) and 17v676000 (electrical system) and stated that the manufacturer failed to repair the vehicle within a reasonable amount of time. The dealer (bmw of peabody, 221 andover st., peabody, ma 01960, (978) 532-8300) confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v676000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (plaza bmw, 11858 olive blvd, creve coeur, mo 63141, (314) 720-6045) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received notifications for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) and 17v676000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. The dealer (classic bmw, 6800 dallas parkway, plano, texas 75024) confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not notified. In addition, the contact noticed a burning odor whenever the heater or air conditioner was activated. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact received a recall letter from bmw in november of 2017 for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact called classic bmw (2571 som center rd, willoughby hills, oh 44094, (440) 585-9990) six months ago and was informed that the parts were not available to complete the recall repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
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