2006 Bmw 1 Series problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (2) · Visibility:sun/Moon Roof Assembly (1) · Air Bags (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (35)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Air Bags:frontal:sensor/Control Module-Inactive 2013-10-01 · SIB-65-10-13 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: replacement of the oc3 sensor seat mat on the passenger seat. models e82, e88, e90, e91, e92, e93. model years unknown. *kb updated 12/6/13. *pe
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel 2013-09-01 · SIB-17-02-09 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: oil leaks from the air hose on turbocharger. this is designated for e70, and e90 models with m57y diesel engines. service engine soon lamp may be illuminated. *kb
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery 2013-03-01 · SIB-61-13-05 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. this is causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis. *kb
Electrical System 2013-02-01 · SB-61-19-12 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
during the scheduled 3 month/ 5,000 mile service it could possibly be determined that some of the contact protective sleeve s in the charging socket may be missing. bmw model e28e. *kb
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What owners report
2017-04-06 · Air Bags“ntsb: 2006-2015 bmw defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model years. *bf the contact has complained defective air bags. *as…”
2016-07-27 · Visibility:sun/Moon Roof Assembly · 200,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw 1 series. while driving approximately 65 mph, the instrument panel lights flashed and the door chime activated on its own. the contact drove home, looked in the trunk, and noticed that the electronic components filled with water. the sun roof leaked water onto the electrical components. the vehicle was taken to a mec…”
2013-10-15 · Unknown Or Other · 75,000 mi“auto locks fail. severe danger. locked inside of car. *tr…”
2012-02-13 · Steering · 30,000 mi“the red failure symbol has lit up on my car with a steering wheel and a lock. apparently this symbol means there's an electronic issue with the steering wheel, that it should be locked up and the engine should not start. but my car starts anyway. the car was brought to the dealer, and i was informed that i need to replace the whole steering whee…”
2011-09-04 · Steering · 50,000 mi“a relative of mine owns a 2006, bmw, x5, 3.0i. i was thinking about purchasing this vehicle. i was told about, what i believe to be, a catastrophic mechanical failure. i was told that my relative entered the vehicle, started it, turned the steering wheel, but the tires did not turn. the car was towed to a bmw dealership for repair (the car was …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.