2006 BMW 3 Series - Reliability

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325xi Sedan (3.0L 6-cyl. AWD 6-speed Manual)

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Reliability Rating for 2006 BMW 3 Series by Identifix

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Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		An occasional problem on this vehicle is a software problem in the computer system that causes various problems in multiple systems. There is also an occasional problem on this vehicle with a failure in the Crankcase Ventilation System. The cost to update the software in the vehicle's computers is estimated at $91.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Crankcase Ventilation System is $54.00 for parts, $247.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories		An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Rear Window Lifter. The cost to repair the Rear Window Lifter is estimated at $88.00 for parts and $110.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall		4 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for BMW 3 Series by Identifix

	2004	2005	2006	2007	2008
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.

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