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2003 BMW 3-Series Reliability Rating
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Comments
Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Ignition Coils, and a periodic problem is failure of the Crankcase Ventilation Valve and Pressure Regulator Assembly. The cost to repair the Crankcase Ventilation Valve and Pressure Regulator Assembly is estimated at $350.00 for parts and $295.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Ignition Coils is estimated at $480.00 for parts and $65.00 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
A occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Front Control Arm Mounts. The cost to repair the Front Control Arm Mounts is estimated at $157.00 for parts and $143.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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
4 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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