Excessive issues with the new X3? Reliability concerns...

mccun934 · 11-03-2011, 09:11 PM

6k miles since Feb of this year and zero issues. equals the quality of our previous 06 X3 so far (we put 36k problem free miles on that car as well)

Rodion · 11-04-2011, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by TogMogX3

Three issues with my UK delivered vehicle:
2. Winter wheels and tyres ordered Jan - not delivered yet!

Which ones are lagging? Wheels or tyres?

IHS · 11-04-2011, 03:35 PM

Sticking heater switch - new unit fitted, blown bulb - both in first couple of weeks of ownership - since then 6000 miles, no further problems - best new BMW I have had and I have had a few - 14 to be precise - very smooth and powerful, a joy to drive - highly recommended.

scs-X3 · 11-04-2011, 05:44 PM

5500 miles, no quality or warranty issues.

MikeBimmer · 11-04-2011, 08:16 PM

I think the robots were angry the day they built mine. I've had quite a few gremlins but I still love the car - perfect size, excellent handling, quick too.

TogMogX3 · 11-10-2011, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by TogMogX3

Three issues with my UK delivered vehicle:
1. Only part of the phone intergration worked on delivery - it took two dealer visits and two weeks off the road to fix. New wiring and components fitted!
2. Instruments failed in less than 750 miles - speedo reading 160mph at rest, revs stuck at 7k+ with engine off.
2. Winter wheels and tyres ordered Jan - not delivered yet!

Correction!

Fault #1. Returned and will require more workshop time!
Fault #3. Tyres still not delivered!

One fact which cannot be overlooked is that my X3 has already spent more time off the road in the past 2 months of ownership, than 11 Honda cars did over the past 30 years!

BIMMER UK 76 · 11-10-2011, 03:30 PM

Nearly 9k miles and ZERO dealer visits for me

sfax · 11-11-2011, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by TogMogX3

Correction!

Fault #1. Returned and will require more workshop time!
Fault #3. Tyres still not delivered!

One fact which cannot be overlooked is that my X3 has already spent more time off the road in the past 2 months of ownership, than 11 Honda cars did over the past 30 years!

You ordered your wheels in January?!?!?! Which size/style? I ordered mine (18" 307s) about 2 weeks ago and they were fitted on Weds

loripat · 11-11-2011, 07:55 AM

Unfortunetly I am not as lucky. I have 4 Bimmers in my driveway so I am a big fan. I owned a 2006 X3 that was less than expected but took a chance on a 2011 X3, last build before year change. In 2 months it has been to the dealer 5 times. It has a new central computer, new instrument cluster and 3 software updates. The main issues are the cluster Navigation and automatic light controls. The light come on when at any time, not just when needed. The Navigations aroows appear and disapper even when the Nav is not in use.
The ride is beautiful and I average 26 MPG. The interior is huge and has plenty of room. The only other issues is the lack of accessories for the unit, bug sheilds, running boards and push bars are not available.

torzeck · 11-11-2011, 11:28 AM

Over 8000 miles and no problems.

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mccun934 Enlisted Member 11 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	6k miles since Feb of this year and zero issues. equals the quality of our previous 06 X3 so far (we put 36k problem free miles on that car as well)
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IHS New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: X3 xDrive 3.0D MSport Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Huntingdon UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 1 Series 1 ... [0.00] 2011 BMW X3 xDrive ... [0.00]	Reliability Sticking heater switch - new unit fitted, blown bulb - both in first couple of weeks of ownership - since then 6000 miles, no further problems - best new BMW I have had and I have had a few - 14 to be precise - very smooth and powerful, a joy to drive - highly recommended.
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scs-X3 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 35i Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Washington iTrader: (0)	5500 miles, no quality or warranty issues.
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MikeBimmer Private 3 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: DC Metro Area iTrader: (0)	I think the robots were angry the day they built mine. I've had quite a few gremlins but I still love the car - perfect size, excellent handling, quick too. __________________ '11 X3 28i
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11-10-2011, 03:30 PM	#29
BIMMER UK 76 Major 48 Rep 1,089 Posts Drives: BMW F25 X3 20d SE Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	Nearly 9k miles and ZERO dealer visits for me __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDRIVE 20d SE Black Sapphire \| Oyster Leather \| Fineline Sienna Wood \| 307 V Spokes \| Auto \| Prof Multimedia Package \| xLine Package \| Xenons \| Business Radio \| Sports Steering Wheel \| Sports Seats \| Panoramic Sunroof \| Sun Protection Glass \| Sun Blinds \| Folding Ext. Mirrors + Titanium Grille \| Chrome Exhaust Trim \| Mudflaps
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11-11-2011, 07:55 AM	#31
loripat Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2010 328XI Coupe Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	Issues Unfortunetly I am not as lucky. I have 4 Bimmers in my driveway so I am a big fan. I owned a 2006 X3 that was less than expected but took a chance on a 2011 X3, last build before year change. In 2 months it has been to the dealer 5 times. It has a new central computer, new instrument cluster and 3 software updates. The main issues are the cluster Navigation and automatic light controls. The light come on when at any time, not just when needed. The Navigations aroows appear and disapper even when the Nav is not in use. The ride is beautiful and I average 26 MPG. The interior is huge and has plenty of room. The only other issues is the lack of accessories for the unit, bug sheilds, running boards and push bars are not available.
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11-11-2011, 11:28 AM	#32
torzeck Lieutenant 52 Rep 400 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 35i, 2020 X3 30i Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Portland Oregon iTrader: (0)	Over 8000 miles and no problems.
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