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1998 BMW M3 Reliability Rating
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Category
Rating
Comments
Engine
A general problem with this vehicle is the Intake Air System. The system leaks and can result in poor running of the engine and/or Malfunction Indicator Illumination. An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Motronic Control Unit. Failure of the Motronic Control Unit is due to water intrusion. This condition is identified in TSB # 41 03 93. The failures of the Intake Air System are not specific to any one part, so the $ cost of repairs will vary. The cost to repair the Motronic Control Unit is estimated at $1075.00 for parts and $26.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
5 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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