F30 Problems / F30 Issues POLL.. Do you have any problems or NOT !! - Page 4 - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

westcory · 08-14-2012, 11:45 PM

I have had two rattles that are still not fixed. Enhanced Bluetooth works like crap and has been fixed 3-4 times and still not working. Comfort access is flakey.

fotios335i · 08-15-2012, 12:07 AM

Passenger restraint malfunction intermittently. Otherwise nothing. Flawless. Best BMW I've ever had out of 5 3 series models.

sgbk · 08-15-2012, 03:56 AM

1. The wiper are malfunctioning. Can't stop the wiper running after press washing clean glass button. U have to stop the car, then turn off all, go out and clock the car and unlock again, it will be stop. bullshit !
2. Can't get it back to down position.
3. Auto function can't stop even sunny.

echangf30 · 08-15-2012, 08:13 AM

Are you serious? There are way to many haters on here. This car is fabuloso people! Not a single problem @ 2700miles. Quick as Fu**!! its like BEAST MODE!! Waaaay better on every level than my g35 coupe. Quicker faster better!!! Stop complaining about the small stuff. This is the best car bar none for normal people. Good gas mileage, nice looks and super quick, who could ask for anything more.....

SGScuba · 08-15-2012, 08:23 AM

My car must've had the Monday morning blues this week... when I got in Monday morning, all memory settings were forgotten: seats, pre-set buttons, unlocking of all passenger doors when the car switches off, etc. It was like the car had reset itself to its default.

Was in a rush to get to work so I just adjusted my seat and drove to the office, meaning to get in touch with BMW later. When I started it up in the evening, everything was back to normal - both memory seats, pre-set buttons, etc were as they ordinarily are. Problem hasn't recurred & hopefully it'll stay that way.

It was like the car lost its mind cos of Monday blues...makes it seem a little human.

JS_F30 · 08-15-2012, 11:49 AM

I live in California and it is pretty bright in the morning, but I still have the night time running light in the morning... Do you think we should take it to the dealership or Are we being a little sensitive? I my old Honda and Acura's were fine with those... And the CD player can drive me crazy too. It doesn't read some of the mp3 files!

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Originally Posted by Ikanayam

Same problem here, for me it happens on a specific section of road on my morning and evening commute. It seems to happen when the sun is bright in the sky against a cloudless sky. I think the manual describes a situation similar to this where the sensor gets confused.

It's annoying, but a minor inconvenience. It's funny as I see all the other car on the road with their DRL's on, but all the other BMW's with their low beams on during a bright sunny morning/evening.

Interestingly enough, it was a little overcast this morning and the low beams stayed off

HVYWGHT · 08-15-2012, 03:20 PM

The auto lights come on in very bright light to make the car more visible. My 2006 E90 did it and my 2012 E91 does it. It's a safety feature.

Also, after buying a used first model year BMW and reading the E90 issues in the first year, I would run away from a first year model. Same goes for mini and really anyone. Especially with the complicated tech.

Also, it should give them time to correct the overboosted steering. And hitting sport every time one gets in isn't okay.

sekitori · 08-15-2012, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by jzcrna

Just the stall problem fixed with a software update. 3 hours in shop.

No biggie here.

The stall problem has not been fixed. All the software update did was to help avoid having the ASS turn on automatically. But since the system can be turned off by merely pushing a button, that update is not an absolute necessity for me. I'll delay having it done until I take my car in for its yearly servicing.

The REAL fix would be having an automatic stop/start system that works smoothly without having any fear of the engine stalling. That's one update I'll be looking forward to. Whether it ever will happen is another matter.

ric124 · 08-15-2012, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by echangf30

Are you serious? There are way to many haters on here. This car is fabuloso people! Not a single problem @ 2700miles. Quick as Fu**!! its like BEAST MODE!! Waaaay better on every level than my g35 coupe. Quicker faster better!!! Stop complaining about the small stuff. This is the best car bar none for normal people. Good gas mileage, nice looks and super quick, who could ask for anything more.....

+1 must be an Alpine White thing

no issues here also!

knock on wood

5100 Miles, 335i Sport built in April, made in Deutschland.

DNN_F30 · 08-16-2012, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by cgpublic

Say it isn't so chums! First year BMW? Electronic steering? E9x was the way to go!

His is a '07 E92, and if I'm not mistaken, that was a first year too!

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Originally Posted by Maz335i

So what have you done with your car?

Do you still drive it? I'm sure you can launch a serious complaint if the dealership is not helping out.

I've already discussed with my CA and we've set up an appt.

tonyzale · 08-16-2012, 03:41 PM

That's what warranties are for. Just let go.

"There is no spoon"

tennut · 08-17-2012, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sgbk

1. The wiper are malfunctioning. Can't stop the wiper running after press washing clean glass button. U have to stop the car, then turn off all, go out and clock the car and unlock again, it will be stop. bullshit !
2. Can't get it back to down position.
3. Auto function can't stop even sunny.

Ditto

My dealer (UK) advised me there is no fix yet. Apparently BMW aware & there will be a software update soon. Apart from that. This car (335i) is a joy to drive.

UPDATE - software fix now available I,m informed.

dd1981 · 08-17-2012, 03:39 PM

My car is still in the shop. But the issues i have had was the A.S.S. failing. And now the newest issue is the wiper motor malfunction, and message on LCD that states see your dealer, faliure may occur to your wiper system.

2k13f10 · 08-18-2012, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Puri1

As a new buyer after reading all the threads here I was so afraid of getting a car with any or all the problems I've been reading on the forum.

IMO I don't think a lot of cars would be affected and as new buyers we only focus on the problems we read...

This poll should help new buyers see what % of forum members really did have problems with their F30..

GUYS DO SHARE WHAT ISSUES YOU'VE HAD IF YOU'RE VOTING THAT WAY

Read any forum about any car and you will see they all have problems. Best of luck in finding the right car for you though!! So far besides the fact that the tech package voice control and POI database are horrible Im liking my car quite a bit.

2k13f10 · 08-18-2012, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by echangf30

Are you serious? There are way to many haters on here. This car is fabuloso people! Not a single problem @ 2700miles. Quick as Fu**!! its like BEAST MODE!! Waaaay better on every level than my g35 coupe. Quicker faster better!!! Stop complaining about the small stuff. This is the best car bar none for normal people. Good gas mileage, nice looks and super quick, who could ask for anything more.....

People that pay 50k for a car!!

azwar · 08-20-2012, 12:10 AM

My 2 months F30 has experienced faulty wiper relay. This cause my wiper to wipe non stop. So i have took out the wiper. BMW said they need 2 weeks to ship over the relay from German as it is coded with chassis no. Is that true? Why does it takes that long since its an emergency? Dont they stock here in Malaysia and allow it to be coded here? This has cause inconvenience to me. BMW Munich, please look into this as i have emailed to you, BMW Malaysia and the dealer Quill Automobile.

john08135i · 09-01-2012, 08:38 PM

Msport 24hrs old and my drivers side tail light is very loose. I am afraid it may fall off if i drive it.

webdither · 09-01-2012, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by john08135i

Msport 24hrs old and my drivers side tail light is very loose. I am afraid it may fall off if i drive it.

I was at the dealer looking at the M Sport just the other day and pointed that same issue out to the salesman. It was very obviously loose but I am sure it's an easy fix.

rayusaFL · 09-01-2012, 10:07 PM

* wind noise above 45mph
* driver's door is hard to close. All other doors are perfectly fine.

john08135i · 09-02-2012, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by rayusaFL

* wind noise above 45mph
* driver's door is hard to close. All other doors are perfectly fine.

Really.. my drivers rear door is very hard to close also. I thought maybe I was just crazy

mgarvey · 09-02-2012, 04:22 PM

Gearlever rattles - stops when you lightly press the top of the lever. Should be easy enough to sort.

Boot tends to bounce open if you don't shut it with a smooth motion. Probably just an adjustment of the stopper things.

Pretty minor really, and I'll take it in to get them sorted soon, together with any other snagst that come up.

johnsonlwu · 09-03-2012, 06:31 PM

200 miles on odo and realize steering wheel shakes when cruising. Not just me several fellow members have the same problem.

View Poll Results: How many Issues have you had with your F30
More than 3 issues.	35	10.77%
1 to 2 issues excl. Steering wheel Vibration	74	22.77%
Steering Wheel Vibration	27	8.31%
Very minor issues. Not worth putting up there.	47	14.46%
NO ISSUES WITH MY F30 (touchwood)	142	43.69%
Voters: 325. You may not vote on this poll

08-15-2012, 12:07 AM	#68
fotios335i Major General Drives: 12 BSM F30 sportline 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: cape cod MA Posts: 6,371 iTrader: (61)	Passenger restraint malfunction intermittently. Otherwise nothing. Flawless. Best BMW I've ever had out of 5 3 series models. __________________ 2012 335i sportline/Msport, M adaptive and vss, sport 8 AT, fully loaded, Black saphire, black dakota leather, M performance front grills, M performance shifter, M performance rear spoiler, M performance power kit, M performance exhaust, 19" 401's, morr vs8.2's coming someday..., front aero lip & more coming....

08-15-2012, 03:56 AM	#69
sgbk New Member Drives: F30 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: usa Posts: 24 iTrader: (0)	1. The wiper are malfunctioning. Can't stop the wiper running after press washing clean glass button. U have to stop the car, then turn off all, go out and clock the car and unlock again, it will be stop. bullshit ! 2. Can't get it back to down position. 3. Auto function can't stop even sunny. Last edited by sgbk; 08-15-2012 at 04:02 AM. Reason: info

08-15-2012, 08:23 AM	#71
SGScuba Private First Class Drives: BMW 328i F30 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Singapore Posts: 142 iTrader: (0)	My car must've had the Monday morning blues this week... when I got in Monday morning, all memory settings were forgotten: seats, pre-set buttons, unlocking of all passenger doors when the car switches off, etc. It was like the car had reset itself to its default. Was in a rush to get to work so I just adjusted my seat and drove to the office, meaning to get in touch with BMW later. When I started it up in the evening, everything was back to normal - both memory seats, pre-set buttons, etc were as they ordinarily are. Problem hasn't recurred & hopefully it'll stay that way. It was like the car lost its mind cos of Monday blues...makes it seem a little human. __________________ Finally arrived: BMW F30 328i Sportline Sport AT, Mineral Grey, Black interior, Alum w/ high-gloss black interior trim, Sports seats + Lumbar support, Harman Kardon sound, Nav system Prof, PDC (f+r), Rear view camera, comfort access, Xenon lights.

08-15-2012, 03:20 PM	#73
HVYWGHT Private First Class Drives: 2012 E91 328i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brookline, MA Posts: 106 iTrader: (0)	The auto lights come on in very bright light to make the car more visible. My 2006 E90 did it and my 2012 E91 does it. It's a safety feature. Also, after buying a used first model year BMW and reading the E90 issues in the first year, I would run away from a first year model. Same goes for mini and really anyone. Especially with the complicated tech. Also, it should give them time to correct the overboosted steering. And hitting sport every time one gets in isn't okay. __________________ -2012 BMW 328i (E91): Tasman Green, Oyster Leather, Premium & Sport, 6-speed Auto; 6/26/2012- -2006 BMW 325i (E90): Arctic, Grey Leather, Premium, 6-speed Auto; 7/2009 - 5/2012 -2004 MINI Cooper (R50): Indi Blue w/White Top, Black Leatherette, Cold Weather, 5-speed Manual; 1/2/2004

08-14-2012, 11:45 PM	#67
westcory Private Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 59 iTrader: (0)	I have had two rattles that are still not fixed. Enhanced Bluetooth works like crap and has been fixed 3-4 times and still not working. Comfort access is flakey.

08-15-2012, 08:13 AM	#70
echangf30 Enlisted Member Drives: 12' f30 apline white 335 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: North Wales PA Posts: 39 iTrader: (0)	Are you serious? There are way to many haters on here. This car is fabuloso people! Not a single problem @ 2700miles. Quick as Fu**!! its like BEAST MODE!! Waaaay better on every level than my g35 coupe. Quicker faster better!!! Stop complaining about the small stuff. This is the best car bar none for normal people. Good gas mileage, nice looks and super quick, who could ask for anything more.....

08-16-2012, 03:41 PM	#77
tonyzale New Member Drives: 135i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 19 iTrader: (0)	\"So Afraid\"...? That's what warranties are for. Just let go. "There is no spoon"

08-17-2012, 03:39 PM	#79
dd1981 Kapetan Svog Života Drives: 2012 335i sport Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,105 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 335i [4.50] 1999 Ford Ranger [0.00] 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 [0.00]	My car is still in the shop. But the issues i have had was the A.S.S. failing. And now the newest issue is the wiper motor malfunction, and message on LCD that states see your dealer, faliure may occur to your wiper system. __________________ ///M Performance Exhaust, Black Gloss Grills, 20% Tint

08-20-2012, 12:10 AM	#82
azwar Registered Drives: F30 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Malaysia Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	Wiper relay fauly. My 2 months F30 has experienced faulty wiper relay. This cause my wiper to wipe non stop. So i have took out the wiper. BMW said they need 2 weeks to ship over the relay from German as it is coded with chassis no. Is that true? Why does it takes that long since its an emergency? Dont they stock here in Malaysia and allow it to be coded here? This has cause inconvenience to me. BMW Munich, please look into this as i have emailed to you, BMW Malaysia and the dealer Quill Automobile.

09-01-2012, 08:38 PM	#83
john08135i Captain Drives: 2013 M Sport, 2010 bmw S1000RR Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orlando Posts: 918 iTrader: (0)	Msport 24hrs old and my drivers side tail light is very loose. I am afraid it may fall off if i drive it. __________________ M Sport Line Estoril Blue

09-01-2012, 10:07 PM	#85
rayusaFL Private First Class Drives: 2013 F30 335i (Alpine White) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 188 iTrader: (0)	* wind noise above 45mph * driver's door is hard to close. All other doors are perfectly fine.

09-02-2012, 04:22 PM	#87
mgarvey Lieutenant Drives: F30 318d Sport Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reading Posts: 443 iTrader: (0)	Gearlever rattles - stops when you lightly press the top of the lever. Should be easy enough to sort. Boot tends to bounce open if you don't shut it with a smooth motion. Probably just an adjustment of the stopper things. Pretty minor really, and I'll take it in to get them sorted soon, together with any other snagst that come up. __________________ Current: F30 318d Sport manual, AW, 18" alloys Sold: R56 MINI Dooper 2010, Chilli, Bluetooth Sold: E93 325i M-Sport auto 2007 Sold: E91 320d SE 2005 Sold: E46 318Ci Coupe 2002

09-03-2012, 06:31 PM	#88
johnsonlwu New Member Drives: e90325i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: CA Posts: 27 iTrader: (0)	200 miles on odo and realize steering wheel shakes when cruising. Not just me several fellow members have the same problem.

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