[Holeinoneboy]

From day one the vehicle has NEVER registered a full tank (consistently)when filled. When I took the vehicle to the dealer, they indicated that it is within "normal limits" and has no error codes registered.

I know there can be variances in fuel filling (i.e. weather, pump, etc.) but this is my 3rd BMW. Neither of the other 2 vehicles had this happen.

Comments?

[cheesebag]

Only filled mine once so far but it went right to the full level for me.

[Want the thrill]

There is a TSB out for this:

http://www.automd.com/tsb/bulletin_b331064/

I'd insist they fix it.

[02420X3]

Originally Posted by Lotus7

The fuel gauge in our 35i has turned out to be the most accurate of any car I've ever had.

My experience is the same.

[JOHNBMWM5]

I fill to the brim for MPG tests, it always shows Full when Full.

[April1]

I also noticed that there is no reserve capacity in the tank, I get warning signals before reading goes to zero. This is correct but different experience from my other cars where zero means you are at reserve level.

[nyalpine90]

my only issue with the fuel level is that it takes awhile for it to reach full tank after i fill it up..seems like a delay to show full tank.

[paul386]

I have had a similar experience with my April 2011 build X3 35i. Sometimes a full tank translates to about 1/16 or so under the full mark. Sometimes it goes right up to the line though. I never fill beyond the automatic stop filling and I haven't paid attention to see if different gas stations correlate to different fill levels (or how much gas is in the tank). It really boils down to I have noticed the "problem" but it hasn't really bothered me or detracted from the perceived value of the car.

[JOHNBMWM5]

It looks like "Petrol Only" having problems!, could high delivery petrol pump problems., it may need a minute or too to settle and then add the last few litres.
Just a thought.

[paul386]

Took my car in for the first service and mentioned this issue. They said the sensor was faulty and are replacing it.