The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact received a recall notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine And Engine Cooling). However, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to complete the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle was overheating while driving and the AC was hot. The contact stated that he smelled a burning odor inside the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that he would need to pay a diagnostic and repair fee. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had experienced several failures that were unstated and the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. Parts distribution disconnect. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor of burning plastic inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the heater was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle overheated. The contact noticed smoke coming from under the hood. There were no warning lights on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over safely. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 170,000. (RECALL RELATED INCIDENT) TS
I have contacted the federal safety agency and BMW several times. I want this in writing in the case myself or my children are injuried when in this vehicle. My bmw x3 is my only form of transportation the engine light is on and it has started to smoke twice when engine is off. I just purchased the car second week of March 2022. It is hard for the car to accelerate and once the car is stopped at light or stop sign, the car does not have enough power to drive away or pull off. The car RPM goes very high and then low. This issue is unsafe and unfair that a customer can not drive their vehicle to work and appointments for my son with autism as well as my other 3 children. The burden is on BMW and the federal safety agency to remedy this issue. I will be contacting my local congress person to address this issue is well.
I just purchased a bmw x3 2007 the 2nd week of March 2022. Immediately, after driving home and parking the car. I turned the car off and the car began to make a loud noise and the engine start smoking very bad. I contacted bmw via email, and was told that there is not a remedy to the recalls effecting my car. The bmw x3 2007 is my only form of transportation and bmw cannot fix the problem. This car can catch on fire or worse kill me and children in the fire in the car. After research this is an ongoing problem with bmw. Bmw should be liable for any damages caused my this recall. I have car that i cannot drive because it is not safe to drive, by no fault of my own.
After hearing a very loud bang. I noticed a very bad vibration during normal operation of the vehicle. Today I was able to find the problem. The 4 bolts that hold the motor mount bracket to the engine block were sheared off. After just a little research on this issue. It seems this a very common incident on all newer bmw vehicles. In the course of this damage, I now need several thousand dollars worth of repairs that are directly attributed to this bolt failure. The rest of the owners that have experienced this issue have had the same outcome. I am having my vehicle towed to a shop in a few days to get an estimate on the damages. Since this is obviously an ongoing and known issue for BMW vehicles, BMW should issue a recall or a service bulletin that will cover repairs to their vehicles.
White driving on the highway at a speed of 65 MPH the engine lost power and stopped. After to the vehicle was stopped and started again the heater was no longer working. Took in for the repair, was told it was a water pump. $1600 repair 6 weeks ago. Last night 1/1/2020 while driving on the same highway all the lights began blinking and the engine ceased again with the indicator lights showing a transmission error.
While driving my 2007 bmw x3 the vehicle in san antonio on bandera rd it lost power all warning lights came on and the vechile started to sputter till it's just died and now won't turn over everything works has power but vehicle will not crank over.
I've made several attempts to get an appointment to have two recalls done at my nearest bmw dealership (global imports bmw in marietta, ga.), but they refuse to schedule me. The two recalls are: the federal safety agency 17v605 and the federal safety agency 17v683
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. While driving various speeds, oil leaked onto the head gasket of the vehicle. The contact stated that the leak entered onto the serpentine belt. Bmw of mainline (225 bala avenue, bala cynwyd, pennsylvania 19004, (610) 668-2200) was made aware of the failure and diagnosed a failure with the mass air flow. The dealer replaced the serpentine belt, but the failure recurred. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled on various occasions and became completely inoperable. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) and 17v605000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was notified and unable to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. **tr updated 10/19/18
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v071000, 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Advantage bmw midtown (1305 gray st, houston, tx 77002, (713) 289-1200) stated that parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and did not assist. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v071000, 17v605000 (air bags), and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling).
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 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. The dealer (bmw of denver downtown, 1040 south colorado blvd, denver, co, (303) 954-4856) was made aware of the recall and stated that the part was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the pcv valve heater warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine & engine cooling). The dealer stated that the manufacturer failed to repair the vehicle within a reasonable amount of time. The dealer (bmw of houston north, 17730 north freeway, houston, tx 77090) confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number; 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the heater blew out extremely hot or cold air when activated. Also, the check engine indicator was illuminated. The contact called bmw of bakersfield (5400 gasoline alley dr., bakersfield, ca 93313, (661) 396-4040) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) 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 repair. The contact called circle bmw at 732‑440‑3640 (500 nj 36, eaton, nj 07724) 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.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling), 17v605000 (air bags), and 16v071000 (air bags). While driving at unknown speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor of plastic emerging from the vents. Additionally, smoke entered the vehicle through the ventilation system when the air conditioner was activated and the check engine indicator illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that she must ship the vehicle to honolulu, hi to an authorized bmw dealer at her expense. The manufacturer further stated that she would be reimbursed when the recall repairs were completed. Additionally, the manufacturer confirmed that some of the parts were not available .the contact declined to ship the vehicle to honolulu due to funds not being available. The failure mileage was 56,000. The VIN was not available.
Since the beginning of november bmw confirmed me that my car has 2 recall involving pcv valve and seat occupant detection mat. My car is overheating and I can smell plastic smell . The smoke comes from the hood compartment when and I have to tow the car to bmw minnetonka. I was so scared to drive vehicle in such condition and I have tried so many time to get these issue resolved or get alternative transportation which bmw gave me authorization through bmw repair center in minnehaha, mn. But until no loaner vehicle is gave to me nor my car is not completely repaired. I still have the car with bmw minnetonka and the service manager would ask me to talk to bmw services and when I talk to bmw services they also ask me to talk to my service manager. I need help to get the alternative transportation. Thanks
Positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve heater- the manufacturer has failed and unable to remedy the recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. While driving various speeds, the vehicle began to overheat. The contact turned off the vehicle and restarted it once the engine cooled down. Santa barbara auto group in santa barbara, california was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received a recall notice months ago for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags), 17v605000 (air bags), and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer (bmw of south atlanta, (770) 969-0755) was called several times and was unable to verify when the remedy and parts would be supplied from the manufacturer to the receive the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. While driving various speeds, the vehicle shook and various warning indicators illuminated. The hazard lights were activated and the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact also stated that a burning odor emitted through the vents. The contact waited for a moment, restarted the vehicle, and drove to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the crankcase needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 bmw x3. While the vehicle was parked with the engine running, the vehicle caught on fire. The contact stated that the fire started in the engine compartment and then spread to the entire vehicle. The fire department was contacted and was able to extinguish the fire. A fire report was filed. The vehicle was towed to geico insurance and it was later determined that the fire was caused by a defective pcv heater valve. There were no injuries. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was destroyed. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000. *tt
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact noticed a burning odor for more than two months in the vehicle. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer (tom hesser bmw, 1001 n washington ave, scranton, pa 18504, (570) 343-1221) was unable to determine when the remedy and parts would be supplied from the manufacturer. The dealer was unable to provide the option of a loaner vehicle. The contact was uncertain as to when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer was contacted to determine when the remedy and parts would be supplied for the recall repair. The failure mileage was not available. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v605000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called richmond bmw of midlothian at (804) 897-2245 (12100 midlothian turnpike, midlothian, va 23113) and was informed that parts were not available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
I have 3 recalls on my vehicle. Two of them involve air bags and the the heat valve malfunction that could be very dangerous. I contacted bmw dealership and they mentioned they don't have any parts from bmw to fix two of them and have me on a waiting list for the third and will contact me, no time frame was given. I contact bmw north america and they direct me back to the dealership. So I'm driving a vehicle with 3 recalls and no time frame on when these will be fixed. I don't want anything happening while I'm in the vehicle since it is a 2007.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw 325i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified at 1‑800‑831‑1117. The manufacturer confirmed that the parts for the failure were not available, and stated no guarantee that the parts would be available on a specific date. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms part not available.
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