KNOWN FAULT · BMW

Weak points of the BMW 3 Series E90 diesel according to the ADAC: more breakdowns before the facelift, springs and exhaust

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Engine / equipment: BMW 3 Series E90/E91 diesel (318d to 335d)
Period mentioned: 2005–2013
Symptoms: Defective springs and dampers, the odd defective exhaust and, on 2010–2011 cars, fuse and relay box faults.
Possible cause described: According to the ADAC, the E9x is above average in the German roadworthiness test. In the breakdown statistics it only shines from the 2008 facelift: the earlier ones have more breakdowns. The ADAC knows of no recalls for the diesels of this model.
Check for the garage: Prefer a car from after the 2008 facelift; check springs, dampers and the fuse box, and ask for the maintenance history.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Prefer a car from after the 2008 facelift; check springs, dampers and the fuse box, and ask for the maintenance history.

What are the symptoms?

Defective springs and dampers, the odd defective exhaust and, on 2010–2011 cars, fuse and relay box faults.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Find garages near you and, before you say yes, check whether the quote is reasonable.

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