2006 BMW 330XI electrical problems

Filed Apr 3, 2021 · Electrical, Lights · 160,640 miles · NV

Going through my newly purchased, used 2006 330xi, I found several warnings for front headlight malfunctions. Further investigation showed adaptive functions were disabled and the left low beam was stuck pointing left. While the bulbs themselves were still functioning, the light was pointed directly at oncoming traffic and did not illuminate the road in front of me. Opening the access panel at the rear of the headlight assembly showed multiple bare wires inside of the sealed housing, the insulation had simply started to flake off of the wires rendering all centering and leveling functions of the light inoperable. Research has shown this is a widespread problem with bmw headlights, for additional documented data and cases please reference the following forum thread : https://www.bimmerfest.com/threads/

Filed May 31, 2018 · Electrical · FL

Recall was ordered in oct 2017 and has still not been remedied. Safety recall 17v‑676. I believe we have been patient. We cannot sell the car as is because it can catch fire.

Filed May 18, 2018 · Electrical · NY

The blower motor wiring overheats and causes the vehicle to catch on fire. This recall has been out for several months now, and they have not had a fix for it yet. I don't need my car catching on fire, I have a one year old, it is not easy to get them out of the car.

Filed May 7, 2018 · Electrical · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 330xi. 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 (bmw of murray, 4735 s state st, salt lake city, ut 84107) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Mar 28, 2018 · Electrical · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 330xi. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v676000 (electrical system); 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. The contact called wide world of cars bmw at 845‑425‑2600 (125 ny-59, spring valley, ny 10977) and was informed that the parts were not available. 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.

Filed Feb 28, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 140,000 miles · IL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 330xi. The contact noticed smoke under the hood, which entered the vehicle through the air vents. The contact also heard an abnormal noise coming from the motor months before the manufacturer sent notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v676000 (electrical system). In addition, the service engine warning indicator remained illuminated for an extended period of time. The dealer (newbold bmw, 1283 central park dr, o'fallon, il 62269, (618) 628-7300) replaced the wiring and diagnosed that the bearings needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available. *tt *tr - (recall related incident) ts

Filed Dec 16, 2017 · Electrical · 134,000 miles · MD

The center console is continuing to overheat. It spreads to the cup holders and outward as well. Gets very hot! Happens when car is on or when driving

Filed Mar 16, 2017 · Electrical · 169,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 330xi. The contact stated that the power locks failed and a fuse had blown out. The front passenger side and rear doors failed to unlock from the interior and the exterior. In addition, the contact had to disconnect the battery to reset the ECM. The fuse was replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000.

Filed Oct 7, 2015 · Airbags, Electrical · 96,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 330xi. The contact stated that the air bags and the passenger side seat beat warning lights illuminated constantly. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front passenger sensor mat failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v564000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000. Update 01/15/16 ma

Filed May 23, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · 142,000 miles · IL

Rear exterior safety lighting does not work due to design flaw where trunk lid breaks ground wires. Recall already done on other model years. Bmw skipped recall on 2006 e90s. Many consumers are still having the system short due to ground and crimp issues. Huge safety issue with potential fires and or crashes