Bmw 330ci 2005
Model 330ci made in 2005 by Bmw got 15 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, structure and tires. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, exterior lighting and fuel system, gasoline. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic . The car has one 3.0 engine.
Model 2005
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 | 6 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 19/28/23 | 21.6/36.5/26.4608 | Premium | 1272 | MINICOMPACT CARS | |
| 3.0 | 6 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | R | 18/25/21 | 20.4/32.5/24.5056 | Premium | 1392 | MINICOMPACT CARS | |
| 3.0 | 6 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | R | 19/27/22 | 21.1528/34.7518/25.6738 | Premium | 1331 | MINICOMPACT CARS | |
| 3.0 | 6 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 20/30/23 | 22.1254/38.153/27.283 | Premium | 1272 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 3.0 | 6 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | R | 19/27/22 | 21.2536/34.5372/25.702 | Premium | 1331 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 3.0 | 6 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | R | 20/29/23 | 22.2354/37.2131/27.1534 | Premium | 1272 | SUBCOMPACT CARS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | ||||||||||||||||
| 07E023000 | CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC. | E (Equipment) | 13128 | 04/02/2007 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 03/29/2007 | 03/29/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain cardone master cylinders with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. the seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. the recall began during april 2007. owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket cardone master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed above.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||||
| 7220005 | 01/01/2006 | 720206 | 10012498 | Airbag warning light is illuminated, and fault code 71 (seat occupancy detector) is stored in mrs4rd. bmw e83 (x3). model year unknown. *tt | 03/03/2005 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| 130206 | 04/01/2006 | 10020005 | Top tier detergent gasoline in bmw vehicles. *tt | 05/22/2006 | |
| STEERING - COLUMN | |||||
| 320706 | 04/01/2006 | 10020254 | Steering column clicking noise. *tt | 08/21/2006 | |
| STEERING - ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
| SIB-32-04-07 | 06/01/2010 | 10036979 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| 360406 | 04/01/2006 | 10020004 | Nitrogen inflated tires. *tt | 05/22/2006 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - SIDE/WINDOW | |||
| 02/14/2010 | 70224 | 1 | |
| The side impact air bag deployed for what seemed like no apparent reason while driving home from work on feb 14th 2010 at approximately 2320 hours. i managed to keep the car under control and made it to the side of the road. i inspected the vehicle and nothing struck it and there was no tire damage. i restarted the car and drove home and contacted bmw north america about the problem and they said they were going to cover the oct of the repairs even though the vehicle is out of warranty. *tr | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS | |||
| 11/18/2006 | 18900 | 1 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle hesitated while entering a highway. there were no warnings prior to the incident. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who was unable to determine the problem. later that evening, the convertible top became stuck halfway open. the top had to be manually pushed while the switch was activated to get it to move. the manufacturer was also notified. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 04/15/2012 | 82000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2005 bmw 330ci equipped with michelin pilot sport tires. the front tires were size 225/40/18 and the rear tires were size 255/35/18. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken for emissions testing when the technician noticed that the side walls and tread of the tires were cracked. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance to the contact. the contact stated that she does not feel safe driving with the tires. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 83,000. kmj | |||
| 04/15/2012 | 82000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2005 bmw 330ci. the vehicle has michelin pilot sport as tires (size 225/40/18 front two tires) and (size 255/35/18 rear tires ). the contact stated that while the vehicle was being inspected by the state for emissions the mechanic noticed that there are cracks in the side walls and thread. the manufacture was contacted and made aware of the failure and offered no assistance to the contact. the contact stated that she does not feel safe driving with the tires. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 83,000.cv | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 03/22/2010 | 17000 | ||
| Mbw 330ci 2005: on 3/22/10, @ 3pm pacific, my brake response went from good stop to unsafe, bad, cruise-to-stop. i've had my car into irvine bmw 5 times since then, and nothing wrong could be found. i contacted bmw n.a. about ongoing problem, when i read about the recall just now reported, on the 5 & 7 series cars. the problem described as the reason for that recall, is what i've complained to bmw since 3/30/10! my complaint' to them, and this week, bmw na, was described to them each time i visited, and on my bmwna call this week, as the same problem as was the cause of the recall on the 5 & 7 series, and i'd complained of this braking problem since 3/30/10, and that it occurred around 3pm on 3/22/10! two body shops---to which i went for a fender repair quote--were aware of my concern, and an employee at the first one checked my brake fluid. it was not low. my 2005, 330ci brakes were trustworthy, and stopped immediately. as of 3/22/10 @ 3pm, i have to depress the brake pedal down 3+ further, to get stopped, then it's a cruise to a stop, not a stop. bmw cannot find anything wrong. i'm concerned about my life, and am afraid to drive on freeways here (the only way to get from a to b). i haven't had to worry about freeways, since my car stays parked, and when i drive it, it's to the dr. and back. i have 17k miles on it, no more. i would like to feel safe in my car, and the the brakes work properly, but since 3/22/10, when the lack of response occurred, i don't feel safe. find the problem, and help me get it fixed. unresponsive brakes there has been no accident re the brake responsiveness on my car yet. | |||
| VISIBILITY | |||
| 04/02/2012 | 44430 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2005 bmw 330ci. the contact stated that the convertible roof top would not lock in place. upon examining the roof, the contact noticed a crack on the lock that caused the roof to remain open approximately six to eight inches. the dealer was notified and inspected the vehicle. the dealer stated that the folding lock on the driver | |||
| 04/02/2012 | 44430 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2005 bmw 330ci. the contact stated that the convertible roof top would not lock in place. upon examining the roof, the contact noticed a crack on the lock that caused the roof to remain open approximately six to eight inches. the dealer was notified and inspected the vehicle. the dealer stated that the folding lock on the driver | |||
| 04/02/2012 | 44460 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2005 bmw 330 ci . the contact noticed that the roof top of the vehicle would not lock in place. the convertible roof top developed a crack in the lock causing the roof top not to lock and stay open from 6 to 8 inches. the dealer was contacted and inspected the vehicle and they stated that the left folding top lock malfunctioned. the roof was repaired with two new locks. the failure mileage was 44,430 and the current mileage was 44,460.cv | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | FRESNO | 93650 | WEBER BMW | 559-447-6700 |