2017 Bmw I3 problems
The BMW i3 is an electric car that was manufactured by German marque BMW from 2013 to 2022. The i3 was BMW's first mass-produced zero emissions vehicle and was launched as part of BMW's electric vehicle BMW i sub-brand. It is a B-segment, high-roof hatchback with an electric powertrain. It uses rear-wheel drive via a single-speed transmission and an underfloor lithium-ion battery pack with an optional range-extending petrol engine.
Styled by Richard Kim, the i3 is a five-door with a passenger module of high strength, ultra-lightweight carbon fibre reinforced polymer adhered to an aluminium chassis, battery, drive system and powertrain. The body features two clamshell rear-hinged rear doors.
The i3 debuted as a concept at the 2011 International Motor Show Germany, and production began in September 2013 in Leipzig.
It ranked third amongst electric cars sold worldwide from 2014 to 2016. Its global sales totaled 250,000 units by the end of 2022. Germany was its biggest market with over 47,500 units delivered through December 2021, followed by the U.S. with over 45,000.
The i3 won two World Car of the Year Awards, selected as 2014 World Green Car of the Year and as 2014 World Car Design of the Year. The i3 received an iF Product Design Gold Award, and won UK Car of the Year 2014 and Best Supermini of 2014 in the first UK Car of the Year Awards.
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Common 2017 Bmw I3 problems
The BMW i3, produced between 2013 and 2022, has been known for some common problems that owners have reported. One of the most prevalent issues is the failure of the 12-volt battery, which tends to happen prematurely every three years
. This can leave drivers stranded, as a failing battery won't allow the car to turn on. It is recommended to replace the battery before it fails completely.
Another issue is related to the motor mount failure, which has been a common problem across the BMW i3 range
. This can lead to a noisy and uncomfortable ride, and may require replacement of the motor mounts.
Suspension issues have also been reported by BMW i3 owners. These problems can affect the car's handling and ride quality, and may require replacement of suspension components
The air conditioning compressor has been known to fail in some BMW i3 models, which can lead to a loss of cooling capacity and require replacement of the compressor
The washer fluid pump is another component that has been known to fail in the BMW i3. This can lead to problems with the car's windshield wipers, and may require replacement of the pump
Failed driver heated seat and flickering HVAC LEDs are also among the common problems reported by BMW i3 owners
. These issues can affect the car's comfort and functionality, and may require replacement of the affected components.
The charge port door solenoid can also fail, which can prevent the car from charging properly. This may require replacement of the solenoid to restore the car's charging capabilities
Airbags have been a concern in some BMW i3 models, with reports of airbags deploying without cause or failing to deploy in accidents. This can be a serious safety issue and may require replacement of the affected airbags
The KLE and EME modules have been known to fail in some BMW i3 models, which can affect the car's electrical systems and require replacement of the affected modules
Poor interior quality has been reported by some BMW i3 owners, with issues such as rattling trim and worn-out materials. This can affect the car's comfort and overall feel, and may require replacement of affected components
Rubber parts, such as the antenna and door seals, can degrade over time in the BMW i3. This can lead to problems with the car's electronics and water leaks, and may require replacement of the affected parts
The door handle can also be a problem area in the BMW i3, with reports of handles breaking or becoming difficult to operate. This can affect the car's usability and may require replacement of the handle
Delaminating roof has been reported in some BMW i3 models, which can affect the car's appearance and may require replacement of the roof panel
BMW REx specific problems include issues with the fuel door, which can become difficult to open or close. This can affect the car's refueling capabilities and may require replacement of the fuel door
In summary, the BMW i3 has been known for a variety of common problems, including issues with the 12-volt battery, motor mounts, suspension, air conditioning compressor, washer fluid pump, heated seat, HVAC LEDs, charge port door solenoid, airbags, KLE and EME modules, interior quality, rubber parts, door handle, roof, and fuel door. These issues can affect the car's functionality, comfort, and safety, and may require replacement of affected components.
What are the issues with the BMW i3?
The BMW i3 was the brand's first foray into the pure electric world, and it's proving a fairly dependable option. According to our survey, 21% of i3s had a fault, but two thirds of issues were fixed in less than a week. The main problem areas were the bodywork, non-motor electrics and suspension.
How long will BMW i3 battery last?
between 3-5 years
2021 BMW i3 batteries usually last between 3-5 years, but this is variable depending on driving habits, weather conditions, the type of battery, and more. You can prolong the life of your i3 battery by: Keeping your vehicle stored indoors away from extreme swings in temperature or climate.
How many miles can a BMW electric car i3 last?
153 miles
How long does the battery on the BMW i3 last? The BMW i3 and BMW i3s feature a range up to 153 miles – making it an ideal car for daily commutes and road trips.
Why has BMW stopped making the i3?
A BMW UK spokesman explained to Autocar that BMW's expanding EV range was a factor in the decision to take the i3 off sale: "By the end of this year the BMW Group will have six BEV models on the market, with that number growing to 13 in 2023.
What are the issues with the BMW i3?
The BMW i3 was the brand's first foray into the pure electric world, and it's proving a fairly dependable option. According to our survey, 21% of i3s had a fault, but two thirds of issues were fixed in less than a week. The main problem areas were the bodywork, non-motor electrics and suspension.
How long will BMW i3 battery last?
between 3-5 years
2021 BMW i3 batteries usually last between 3-5 years, but this is variable depending on driving habits, weather conditions, the type of battery, and more. You can prolong the life of your i3 battery by: Keeping your vehicle stored indoors away from extreme swings in temperature or climate.
Why has BMW stopped making the i3?
A BMW UK spokesman explained to Autocar that BMW's expanding EV range was a factor in the decision to take the i3 off sale: "By the end of this year the BMW Group will have six BEV models on the market, with that number growing to 13 in 2023.
Was the BMW i3 successful?
Its global sales totaled 250,000 units by the end of 2022. Germany was its biggest market with over 47,500 units delivered through December 2021, followed by the U.S. with over 45,000. The i3 won two World Car of the Year Awards, selected as 2014 World Green Car of the Year and as 2014 World Car Design of the Year.
2017 Bmw I3 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Bmw I3 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Steering problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Bmw I3 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Bmw I3
The NHTSA has received 38 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Bmw I3. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Bmw I3 vehicles.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-02
- VIN: WBY1Z8C30HV
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: This has happened twice: I was driving on the expressway and didn’t hear anything hitting my little sunroof, just suddenly noise from that general area. When I pulled over I saw that the sunroof had cracked and the largest part(s) was missing.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-13
- VIN: WBY1Z8C3XHV
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Pieces of my roof flew off.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-04
- VIN: WBY1Z8C52HV
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The vehicle has just over 35000 miles of light normal use as a second family vehicle. It developed a loud grinding noise from the etransmission that quickly progressed to a vibration. It was taken to BMW Seattle where it was diagnosed as a known issue of the main transmission bearings disintegrating due to the effect of the permanent magnet motors on the metal roller bearings. The bearings were quietly modified by BMW for the 2019 model year due to this in an effort to mitigate the problem and subsequently BMW abandoned the permanent magnet motor technology due to this . This information was from the various BMW service advisors. The repair is quoted as $7400 to replece the entire e transmission to the new design. If unrepaired there is a " significant risk the transmission will jam at highway speed causing a loss of control due to rear wheel lockup". Calls to BMW NA about this issue were replied with "BMW is unwilling to assist the customer with this issue." It is unconscionable that a vehicle with 35000m and a 4 year 50 000m warranty would have its transmission disintegrate with the potential of a catastrophic accident under light use due to a known manufacturer defect and BMW would not even attempt to assist their customers when they have the rectification available.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-23
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WBY1Z8C38HV
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: A BMW i3 caught fire in our garage. Maintenance on the car had been performed the day prior and it was found that the mechanic left the oil cap off. It took less than 7 minutes from the time the car started smoking to the point where the entire home was engulfed in flames. The fire department was onsite a couple of minutes after the car started smoking. It took 4 fire departments approximately 2 hours to extinguish this fire. A car should not be designed in a way in which an oil cap can cause the complete destruction of a home that quickly putting people’s lives at risk. The car was picked up by Geico, so we do not know if it is still available for investigation, but the fire investigators did confirm the cause was the missing oil cap. At this time, ourselves and three of our neighbors are unable to return to their homes. We are looking at least another year before being able to return. We lost everything in our home along with the car. This included many items which can never be replaced. This BMW i3 put ourselves, the neighbors and the multitude of firefighters this took to put this fire out lives at risk.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-11
- VIN: WBY1Z8C31HV
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Message saying driver restraint failure, air bags may not deploy properly. Random event, has been an issue with bmw i3 models.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-05
- VIN: WBY1Z8C31HV
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I'm writing this in anticipation of my carbon-fiber roof failing, though it has not yet. It is showing standard early signs, consisting of blistering of the clear coat, which appears to be directly over the fiberglass composite roof surface proper. I keep it covered, and that probably has much to do with the blistering not advancing noticeably in recent times.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-19
- VIN: WBY1Z8C3XHV
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Roof is bubbling, wrinkling, and looks like it is de-laminating
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-19
- VIN: WBY1Z8C59HV
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Carbon roof delaminating due to lack of UV protection. Parts of i3 roofs dethatching at highway speeds.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-25
- VIN: WBY1Z8C39HV
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The roof of my car is delaminating. It's discoloring and developing bubbles. I looked online and found this is a common issue with the vehicle. I believe this may be a structural concern considering the cars body is composite and the roof contributes to the structural integrity of the vehicle. Not to mention the danger to others on the freeway from large chunks of roof blowing off and hitting vehicles. (not from my vehicle but from other complaints I've read)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-31
- VIN: WBY1Z6C31HV
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SEATS
- Summary: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? There seems to be a series of faulty electrical/wiring issues happening with our 2017 BMW i3, most notably including the passenger seat/airbag registering system and control panel/console lighting. Yes, it is available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? We are unsure how this issue impacts the passenger airbag system. BMW was also not able to tell us whether the passenger airbag is impacted by the electrical issue. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? A local BMW dealership inspected the issue. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? The failure lights and error message were the first indication of a problem. This first happened in March 2021 when we starting receiving an error for the passenger seat sensor: “Passenger Restraint System: Malfunction. Continue wearing safety belt. Consult the nearest service center.” We took it to the dealership asking for coverage on the item and they said it would be $2,000-$3,000 out of pocket to fix. I filed a complaint with [email protected] and BMW and have not heard back from either. Over the past 6 months, the console lighting has now started malfunctioning as well. Lights will flicker in and out while they are active. For example, the heated seat may be on level 3, but only the two end lights are illuminated. Sometimes the heated seat will be active with no lights illuminated at all. Sometimes the heated seats will turn on with no way to shut it off. The evolving electrical issues concern me considering this is an electric vehicle.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-19
- VIN: WBY1Z8C58HV
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Clear coat on the roof is bubbling and peeling. Could potentially come off as a large sheet and fly off hitting another vehicle or obstructing their view.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-27
- VIN: WBY1Z8C34HV
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: In extreme heat (119 temp outside) BMW charger was plugged into port and melted. Could have caused a fire.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-19
- VIN: WBY1Z8C59HV
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: While driving on the freeway, the vehicle's electric motor suddenly died. Because this is an electric vehicle, the car came to a sudden and abrupt stop, with all the wheels locking up. The car would not shift into drive or neutral or reverse. It effectively died, with the only power coming from the 12-volt battery to power the dashboard and interior lights. It was effectively inoperable. The vehicle displayed the following error message: "DRIVETRAIN: only electric drive possible, limited driving range, continued driving possible, consult nearest service center." We brought the car to our local BMW service center, and they ran a diagnostic (attached as PDF file). The issue is a faulty EME, which could be as much as an $11K repair. Several model years prior to 2017 i3 have been recalled by BMW for this exact issue. We cannot afford an $11K repair, so hoping BMW will recall 2017 and beyond, as this is a major safety hazard. Thankfully we were stuck in gridlock traffic and were not moving very fast (under 5 miles per hour) when the car stopped. But at a high rate of speed, this could have cause a catastrophic accident. We have two small children and will not be driving with them in this car until the issue is resolved.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-11
- VIN: WBY1Z8C54HV
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The UTQG ratings on these tires are fraudulent. The ratings give an A grade for temperature over 115 but these tires wear out rapidly in Arizona. They also rate the tire wear at 400 which is also fraudulent. On my own vehicle I get less than 11,000 miles on each set and I’ve seen online complaints as low as 6,000 miles to failure. This is consumer fraud and tires that wear down this rapidly are a safety hazard.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-30
- VIN: WBY1Z8C52HV
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: In emergency situations when activating the horn, there is an unacceptable delay between when the horn is pressed and when there is actually sound produced. I have taken this up with the dealer and have been informed "that's just how it is." In looking across the internet, I see this is affecting all BMW i3 and some other BMW vehicles. The delay is approximately 1/2 second, which actually makes the horn virtually useless in emergency situations. The horn switch fully activates... It is like there is some kind of processor involved that cannot process the signal fast enough to engage the horn. This is really getting dangerous and I am frustrated that BMW is saying "by design."
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-08
- VIN: wby1z8c50hv
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The car turned off while driving and presented a "drivetrain" error message. The car lost power but I was able to safely steer to the side of the road. Car was taken to BMW dealer and a diagnostic test was performed. Was informed that the EME (Electric Motor Electronics) Module was bad and would need to be replaced. The car is 5 years old and has 31,700 miles and has never been in an accident. The estimate to replace the EME was $7,000
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-04
- VIN: WBY1Z8C36HV
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I had just turned on the car a few minutes prior to the incident and I was approaching an intersection to turn left onto a 2-lane highway. As I made the left turn, the steering felt wrong like the car was over then under steering. I was able to straighten out, and I felt like the power steering had failed. A quarter mile down the road, I turned left into a gas station, and I could feel the heaviness of the steering. It felt exactly like if the power steering was deactivated. I came to a stop, turn off fans, rolled the window down, and turned the steering wheel to see if there were any odd noises. There weren't. There were no error lamps or messages displayed. I turned off the car for a minute then back on again. The steering felt fine from then on. It felt unsafe because of the sudden loss of expected steering control. I have not yet taken the car to the dealer for this issue, but it was at the dealership two weeks ago for an oil change and inspection.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-19
- VIN: WBY1Z6C31HV
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Passenger restraint failure/seat sensor not registering occupant. Yes, it is a available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Failure to deploy airbag or airbag may deploy on a child under weight limit to register occupancy. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Yes. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Warning lamps appeared at the beginning of April. Took the vehicle to independent mechanic. Mechanic instructed us to visit BMW dealership for evaluation. Took the vehicle to Gebhardt BMW in Boulder, CO on May 5th for evaluation. Vehicle was returned to us on May 7th. Codes indicated failure of passenger seat sensor.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-16
- VIN: WBY1Z8C3XHV
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: ROADS WERE CLEAR BUT EDGES SLUSHY. TEMP WAS 27 DEGREES.DROVE 2 MILES AT 40ISH MPH TO STARBUCKS, GOT COFFEE. NORMAL REAR WHEEL DRIVE TRACTION ISSUES WHEN CHANGING LANES, ETC. I WAS DRIVING CAREFULLY AND ABOUT 5 MPH UNDER WHAT EVERYONE ELSE WAS DOING. ABOUT A MILE AWAY FROM THE COFFEE DRIVE THROUGH, I CHANGED LANES (RIGHT TO LEFT) OVER A PILE OF SLUSH...NORMAL MILD TRACTION ISSUES. WAS IN THE LEFT LANE AND HAD "RECOVERED" WHEN SUDDENLY MORE YELLOW TRACTION WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON (ONE ON DRIVERS CONTROL PANEL, ONE ON THE INFO PANEL)...READING IT LATER, IT SAID TO DRIVE GENTLY, THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM WAS RECALIBRATING. I AM A VERY GOOD DRIVER...I LOST COMPLETE CONTROL. I WAS STEERING INTO THE SKID, BUT IT DIDN'T FEEL LIKE A NORMAL SKID. IT DIDN'T SLOW (I KNOW NOT TO BRAKE - AND THERE WASN'T ANY TRAFFIC TO WORRY ABOUT). COMPLETELY INTO THE RIGHT BREAKDOWN LANE, RECOVERED SOMEWHAT, INTO THE LEFT LANE UNTIL I FINALLY GENTLY HIT THE CURB AT ABOUT 10 MPH. I WAS GOING ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN THE NIGHTMARE STARTED. EVEN AFTER GAINING SOME MODICUM OF CONTROL, I COULDN'T GO MORE THAN ABOUT 20 MPH WITHOUT COMPLETELY LOSING ANY KIND OF TRACTION CONTROL. PULLED OVER, TURNED THE CAR OFF/ON...NO CHANGE. PULLED OVER, RESET THE CAR BY WALKING 15 YDS AWAY WITH THE KEYS FOR 15 MINUTES, I COULD PULL OUT AND DRIVE NORMALLY FOR 100 YDS, THEN THE "RECALIBRATING" NOTIFICATION WOULD COME ON AND I WOULD LOSE CONTROL. I WAS ON 4 LANE HIGHWAY WITH MEDIAN. EVEN AFTER WAITING 2 HOURS FOR A TOW, THE PAVEMENT WAS DRY AND I HAD NO CONTROL.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-16
- VIN: WBY1Z8C5XHV
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN ECO PRO PLUS MOOD. WHILE SPEED IS ABOVE 56MPH THE VEHICLE WILL SOMTIMES AUTOMATICALLY BREAK TO 56 MPH. WHEN IN CRUISE CONTROL THIS SEEMS TO HAPPENED WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED EVERY TIME. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFTY CONCERN ESPECIALLY WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE BUT THE CAR WILL IGNORE MY INPUT AND CONTINUE TO DEACCELERATE TO THE ECONOMY PRO PLUS 56 SPEED.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-03
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WBY1Z8C31HV
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 BMW I3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, HIS VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC WITHOUT WARNING. AS THE CONTACT STRUGGLED TO REGAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, HE STEERED THE VEHICLE INTO A WOODED AREA WHERE HE HIT A TRASH DUMPSTER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THE CONTACT SUFFERED A HEADACHE AND INJURIES TO HIS BACK AND NECK AREA. THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE MEDICAL ATTENTION AT THE SCENE. THE POLICE WAS CALLED; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT NEVER RECEIVED A POLICE REPORT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BMW OF BUENA PARK (6750 AUTO CENTER DR, BUENA PARK, CA 90621) TO BE INVESTIGATED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STATE WHAT THE INVESTIGATION FOUND; HOWEVER, THE INVESTIGATION DID DEEM THE VEHICLE A TOTAL LOSS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE AND AGREED TO PAY FOR A RENTAL VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER OFFERED NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 26,680. *JS
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-20
- VIN: WBY1Z8C33HV
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: AFTER DRIVING SHORT DISTANCE ON A CITY STREET, SUDDENLY CAR STARTED PULLING TO THE LEFT OR TO THE RIGHT SIDE, THE STEERING BECAME VERY HEAVY ( IT FEELS LIKE POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING).
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-14
- VIN: WBY1Z8C52HV
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: A DAY AFTER THE RECOMMENDED SERVICE. WHILE DRIVING ON I 95 WITH RANGE EXTENDER, NOTICED THE DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION ALERT WITH RAPID DECELERATION NEEDING TO PULL TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER QUICKLY. BMW ASSIST TOOK THE CAR TO THE NEAREST BMW DEALER, WHO SAID IT WAS LACK OF ELECTRIC CHARGE, PLUGGED THE CAR IN CHARGER AND GAVE IT TO ME TO HEAD BACK HOME TOWN. FEW DAYS LATER THE PROBLEM AGAIN RECURRED. NOW THE CAR IS AT THE DEALER IN HOME TOWN.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-27
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: WBY1Z6C38HV
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHILEEXITING A PARKING PLACE ALONG A CURB - SLIGHT VEER OUT,ON DRY PAVEMENT, NIGHTIME, ON AN AVERAGECITY STREET. STEERING SUDDENLY BECAME BULLISH. WITHIN 100 FEET AND IN THE PROCESSOF THE 1ST UPCOMING90-DEGREE RIGHT-HANDTURN ALL MANNER OF WARNINGS WENT OFF, "PEDESTRIAN WARNING FAULTY,INCREASED STEER EFFORT (DUH!) CHASSIS STABILIZATION. I ALSO FELTIMMEDIATEPAININ MY RIGHT FOREARM AND SO THE ORDER OF WARNINGS MAY BE A BIT OFF. I HAVE BEEN WEARING A BRACE ON MY ARM SINCE THAT EVE FOR PAIN RELIEFFROM HAVING TO TORQUE ON THE WHEEL TO THE RIGHT SO HARD TO AVOID CROSSING OVER INTO THE ADJACENTLANE.STEERING IS LIKE DRIVING WITH BOTH FRONT WHEELS NEARLY FLAT. ONBOARD TIRE PRESSURE SHOWS ALL WERE AND ARE OF PROPER INFLATION. AFTER ONE ON-OFF CYCLE OF OVERNIGHT DURATION, ISSUES RESOLVED THEMSELVES THEN REPEATED IN ABOUT 24 HOURS. FOR A FEW DAYS NOW TRYING TO LET IT RESOLVE ITSELF WITH OFF/ON CYCLES THE STEERING HAS HAD THE SAME SLUGGISHNESS AND DOES NOT HAVE ANY POWER ASSIST. WARNINGS ARE STILL PREVALENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-26
- VIN: WBY1Z8C56HV
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY'S HOV LANE (FULLY CHARGED, NOT ON THE EXTENDED RANGE), THE CAR GAVE "DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION" AND THE PROPULSION DIED SHORTLY AFTER.
2017 Bmw I3 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2017 Bmw I3.
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
- Consequence: A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
- Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Negative 2017 Bmw I3 car reviews
Positive 2017 Bmw I3 car reviews
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I was pleasantly surprised by the i3 without a range extender! It's a pure electric car that always has plenty of reserve for my local errands. Plus, it's a pocket rocket! No one can out run me at a stop light! It's also short, with the tightest turning circle of any car on the market, making it easy to park in super tight spaces. While it may be limited on storage, it has plenty of space for everyday needs. I absolutely LOVE this car and wish I had bought one years ago!
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Hey there! Just wanted to remind you to check out the charging stations in your area.
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The car is a bit quirky, but overall I absolutely love it! The suicide doors are nice in some circumstances, but not so much in others. Kids have a little step to get over when going in and out, but overall I feel they are very safe in it since the rear seats are so low. The car shelters them. It drives fantastically and has all the basic automotive accoutrements for a local commuter. Most folks don't need a local commuter to go more than 140 miles in a day, and this car is perfect for that. I don't need something that goes 300 miles, nor do I want that. The price point is perfect for an electric,
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Handles beautifully, with a smooth and comfortable ride. The interior is cool and the car is very quiet. The acceleration is amazing and, so far, I have only used 1 gallon of gas in 1,500 miles. This is truly the best car ever and it beats much more expensive cars!
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It's not for everybody, but I feel like I got more than just a car - I have technology.
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Jameson Osinski 2024-05-04
Out of the 14 cars I have owned, unfortunately, this one has been the worst. Despite my initial expectations, the car has been plagued with systemic computer problems, malfunctioning electronics, and paper-thin tires that have required replacement six times in just 2.5 years. The cost of replacing the tires at the dealer is exorbitant at $350 per tire, but fortunately, Firestone offers a more reasonable alternative. The service I received was subpar, and my experience with corporate was even worse when I filed a complaint about the computer problems. Although I have given up on resolving the issue after taking the car in nine times over six months, I am relieved that the lease is up in two months. If you are looking for a car that will cause sheer frustration every time you drive, then this is the car for you.