BMW X3 SAV stalling problems

Filed Mar 5, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 64,000 miles · CO

The coolant system is giving me many problems. The coolant expansion tank developed cracks in the seam and leaking. The thermostat was stuck, causing zero heat into the cabin on a cold day. The vehicle stalled on its own while driving in the highway. It would not re start the ignition kept trying, and after 20 minutes stalled it finally started, limp driving to my house from there. . The display reads drive moderately /drivetrain malfunction.

Filed Apr 12, 2018 · Transmission · 68,995 miles · NJ

I have brought my vehicle to bloomfield nj dealership on several occasions in 2013, 2014, 2015 due to vehicles inability to shift gears swiftly, rmp going to 34,000 and transmission not shifting gears. I drive about 6,000miles per year sometimes less. All dealer would say "vehicle performs as designed"....or "unable to duplicate the problem". Around june 20, 2016 when in the driveway I put gear in reverse but vehicle would not move. I called bmw dealer describing the inability of my car moving in reverse dealer representative stated its transmission failure. The vehicle was towed to tra-par transmissions in belleville nj on june 23, 2016 confirmed transmission failure and replaced it june 27, 2016 for $ 3, 092.19 !!! Come to find out through reading copies of receipts dealer had not described issues as there were on their work orders! After I read most of them, they don't even mention the true reason why the vehicle was brought in ! I'm very disgusted with them and I find bmw dealer stalling tactics and deception criminal.

Filed Nov 16, 2016 · Airbags, Engine · NY · crash · 1 injury

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 bmw x3 sav. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning in the middle of three lanes of traffic. The contact exited the vehicle while the passenger remained inside. Another vehicle driving at a high rate of speed crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle, pushed the vehicle to the left, and caused it to crash into a curb. The air bags did not deploy. The driver was not injured. The front passenger sustained major injuries to the back, shoulder, and neck. Medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and the body damage was repaired. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vanos housing bolts were supposedly replaced. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The contact received notification of a manufacturer recall for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v176000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified, but had not called the contact back. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jun 28, 2016 · Engine · 139,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw x3 sav. While driving 55 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.

Filed Oct 15, 2015 · Engine · 25,000 miles · RI

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw x3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled as the service engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition coil needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 25,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Aug 6, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 134,530 miles · MO

I was driving on the interstate, exiting an off ramp, decelerating in speed when the engine died, the car stalled and I lost power steering. This very same thing happened 5 weeks prior while I was on the interstate traveling 60 MPH.

Filed Aug 8, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 59,000 miles · NY

I brought my car into the dealership because it stalled and the check engine light came on briefly and shut off. The car was also hesitating on acceleration. The dealer determined the cause was a needed thermostat replacement. However, once under the car, the technician noted 3 of 4 engine mount bolts were "broken" and needed to be replaced. He said it was considered "wear and tear" and was not covered under warranty even though only one bolt was now holding the engine from falling out. This repair would cost approximately $400. Upon investigation, I noticed this website: http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=528870 where people post about their bmws. It seems that several others have had this serious problem around the same mileage point with the same make and model, and several complained that the repair was not covered under warranty, even though it appears to be a manufacturing defect as the bolts are made of aluminum, not a strong material, and one that easily breaks.

Filed Mar 14, 2012 · Transmission · 45,000 miles · WA

There is a delay in throttle response through the 1-2, 2-3 upshift when accelerating from a stop; there is a lack of power or hesitation when reapplying throttle, during either a 4-3 or 3-2 tip-in downshift. This may occur after slowing and coming to a stop on a hill and then continuing into a turn; harsh downshifts when slowing on a roadway with hills; downshifts become violent. Bmw dealer has looked at vehicle twice for same concern but seems to be getting worse. This all happens under light acceleration. The vehicle has almost stalled 3 times in the last 2 days, once making a left turn with oncoming traffic at an intersection with no light, and the other two times while entering a roundabout. Bmw na says see a dealer and the dealer does nothing.

Filed Jan 15, 2012 · Transmission · 38,800 miles · CA

Transmission continues to hesitate @ low gears, especially at initial accelerations while stopped @ a stop sign or signal light. Automatic transmission hesitates,car jolts trying to find the right gear. The car then jumps into a higher gear and dangerously accelerates rapidly. In addition, when driving on a steep downhill decline, the car adjusts well; however, when transitioning to a level surface street after a steep downhill, the gear will not shift into the appropriate gear (I.e., was stuck in previous gear). On 6/14/2010, took car to dealer. They "performed bmw diagnosis control unit function, there is no fault record in control unit, and at test drive i9 could not duplicate customer complaint at this time." no fix was provided. After years of minor jolts when accelerating (I believe in 1st and 2nd) & then a rapid kick acceleration to 3rd, no major incidents have occurred but safety on road has been compromised. I have learned to ease into accelerations with this car and do not allow anyone to drive this car because of unexpected hesitations/accel. On 1/14/2012, I had a close call entering an intersection after I was stopped at a light. As I proceeded into the intersection to turn left, the car hesitated & stalled in middle of intersection, then jerked forward and yellow transmission light came on. I parked on the side of the road, put it in "p" & turned engine off. Turned it back on and tranny light remained on and car would not accelerate in "d"; however, it would allow me to "reverse." it took three attempts (on/off engine) and the car went into "d" with hesitation. I attempted to drive home and car stalled at the next light. Was stuck in middle of road for 2 minutes trying to get it in gear. "d" finally worked. I parked in a lot, turned engine off for 15 minutes. Car has been working ok rest of day but it is not safe! This is seriously dangerous!!!!!

Filed Feb 23, 2011 · Transmission · NJ

Transmission on my 07 bmw x3 is not handling properly. I have had it in for service multiple times, and yet again for redlining and stalling. This is extremely dangerous, and I would have never expected this from a bmw. Waiting for service dept. To call back with a crazy price that I have to pay to fix this problem now.