We found the following complaints for BMW Z3 (1998)
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While driving air bag warning light would come on. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
The air bag warning light illuminates, and there is an electrical buz heard through the radio. When turning the radio off and on the light goes off. The computer was replaced in april and the light continues to come on.
The driver was stopped at a light when the vehicle was impacted in the front at 45 mph. Neither of the frontal air bag deployed.the seat belt also failed to properly restrain the driver. *nlm
The vehicle air bag light illuminated.the consumer was informed by the dealer that the problem was due to electrical interference in the wiring harness.the dealer wanted the consumer to pay $400 to repair the problem but the consumer believes bmw should be responsible.the consumer is concerned that this problem may cause the air bag to fail on impact.*nlm
After approximately 15 minutes of driving a fire erupted from under the hood, no indicator lights displayed and no odor of raw fuel was apparent. Power to the vehicle ultimatley failed as well as the brakes. Wife able to stop the vehicle using the emergency brakes. Within minutes the motor and accouterments were charred to a crisp. The vehicle was totaled.
Bmw z3 is a piece of crap.dealer now thinks that there is underlying problem with vehicle.3 cd players, 2 ignition systems, 1 fuel sensor, 1 engine that wouldn't start due to something stuck open and just general poor quality.i do not recommend this vehicle for anyone.
Safety defect 1998 z3 bmw.*mrthe air bag light was constantly illuminated.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic check.the check indicated that the safety restraint system was getting electrical interference in the wiring harness.the consumer refused repair due to the cost and contacted the manufacturer for assistance.the manufacturer refused any assistance because the vehicle was out of warranty.the consumer believes that since this is a safety related problem that it should be repair at no charge.
A fire started under the hood while driving, no indicator lights displayed and no odor of raw fuel was apparent possible engine failure, consumer is seeking monetary compensation from the manufacturer.
I have had this vehicle serviced 4 times ... They are unable to fix the problem,i lose all head lights and instrument cluster when this happens .. Including my turn signals..
I have had this vehicle serviced 4 times ... They are unable to fix the problem,i lose all head lights and instrument cluster when this happens .. Including my turn signals..
After approximately 15 minutes of driving a fire erupted from under the hood, no indicator lights displayed and no odor of raw fuel was apparent. Power to the vehicle ultimatley failed as well as the brakes. Wife able to stop the vehicle using the emergency brakes. Within minutes the motor and accouterments were charred to a crisp. The vehicle was totaled.
Bmw z3 is a piece of crap.dealer now thinks that there is underlying problem with vehicle.3 cd players, 2 ignition systems, 1 fuel sensor, 1 engine that wouldn't start due to something stuck open and just general poor quality.i do not recommend this vehicle for anyone.
Blower knob light inoperable due to failure of the air conditioner blower switch failure. Mjs
Stereo failed.yh
Owners manual states warning triangle and first aid kit are located on vehicle, this is not so, only offered to european vehicles.
I have had this vehicle serviced 4 times ... They are unable to fix the problem,i lose all head lights and instrument cluster when this happens .. Including my turn signals..
Head light failed.yh
I have had this vehicle serviced 4 times ... They are unable to fix the problem,i lose all head lights and instrument cluster when this happens .. Including my turn signals..
Bmw z3 is a piece of crap.dealer now thinks that there is underlying problem with vehicle.3 cd players, 2 ignition systems, 1 fuel sensor, 1 engine that wouldn't start due to something stuck open and just general poor quality.i do not recommend this vehicle for anyone.
I am experiencing a potential safety problem.on an irregular basis, the driver's side door will not unlock from inside the car.this makes it impossible to exit the car without unlocking the passenger side door, using the power-lock remote (fob), or reaching outside to unlock the door with the key.in an accident situation, the driver could be trapped in the car.
I purchased a used 1998 bmw z3 with the 1.9 liter engine on 10/14/2010 with 90564 miles. Inmid november i took the car to a mechanic for a check engine light which was serviced. The mechanic informs me there is a problem with z3's along with other model bmw's with the way the rear differential is attached. The problem seems to be flexing in the sheet metal where the differential is attached causing failure of the spot welds holding the whole assembly together. He showed me in my trunk where two of the six spot welds had broken. I have researched this on the different bmw forums and bmw is claiming this failure is due to performance modifications or cars that have been taken to a track or autocross. I do not know the previous history of my car but it appeared to have been taken care of.on 6/30/2011 i had the car in the shop again for service work and my mechanic found two more broken welds and some separation in the rear chassis. This car is pretty much un-drivablenow due to this condition. I understand there is a couple of companies that make a repair kit for this that will strengthen the trunk area and prevent this from happening again.
I have a 1998 z3 m roadster and the trunk welds holding the subframe is failing. This is a commonly documented issues. Bmw dealers acknowledge the issue but bmw north america will not fix it. This is a welding/manufacturing defect that can lead to the differential and suspension components in the rear to completely separate.
Transmission pops or jumps out of first gearupon takeoff.
The driver was stopped at a light when the vehicle was impacted in the front at 45 mph. Neither of the frontal air bag deployed.the seat belt also failed to properly restrain the driver. *nlm
Seat belt--3 point belt.
Passenger seat belt failed.yh
Seats move forward and backward when vehicle accelerates or decelerates, its a known issue of defective equipment that should not fall on the consumer for repair
The contact owns a 1998 bmw z3.during acceleration and deceleration the front passenger and driver seat adjustor rail failed. As a consequence, the seat moved back and forth while the contact was driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, but no repairs were made. The failure mileage was 50,000. The current mileage was 65,000.updated 11/09/09the consumer stated bmw knew there was a problem and therfore, they changed material used in the isolater pads. Updated 11/09/09
The contact owns a 1998 bmw z3.while driving at any rate of speed, the driver's seat moves backwards and forwards without warning.the dealer is aware of the failure.the vehicle has not been repaired.the current mileage was 82,000 and failure mileage was 80,000.
Vehicle driver and passenger side seat will launch forward when brakes are applied. Please provide more details. Ts
Driver's seat moves back and forth which can be a safety hazard, i have seen other bmw z3 while at a dealer for service with the same problem. Yet bmw has not recognized this as a factory defect.
March 2007 driving at 40 mph and upon stopping at red light seat jolts forward causing foot to slip off of brake and nearly causing accident.this happens constantly now on both driver and passenger seat of 1998 bmw z-3.upon taking car to shop after shop and dealer i was told it would cost $470.00 a seat to fix.i was also told that this part was determined defective by bmw and changed in the next model after it was discovered. This is a very dangerous situation and these parts should be recalled and replaced to save the public from useless and avoidable accidents.
While braking and speeding the driver's seat lurchedforward/backwards on the seat tracks.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Power seat switch failed.yh
While making a left turn the steering locked up,causing vehicle to spin out of control, resulting in acollision.manufacturer has inspected the vehicle .the vehicle is being repaired.
I have a 1998 z3 m roadster and the trunk welds holding the subframe is failing. This is a commonly documented issues. Bmw dealers acknowledge the issue but bmw north america will not fix it. This is a welding/manufacturing defect that can lead to the differential and suspension components in the rear to completely separate.
Bmw z3 is a piece of crap.dealer now thinks that there is underlying problem with vehicle.3 cd players, 2 ignition systems, 1 fuel sensor, 1 engine that wouldn't start due to something stuck open and just general poor quality.i do not recommend this vehicle for anyone.
I purchased a used 1998 bmw z3 with the 1.9 liter engine on 10/14/2010 with 90564 miles. Inmid november i took the car to a mechanic for a check engine light which was serviced. The mechanic informs me there is a problem with z3's along with other model bmw's with the way the rear differential is attached. The problem seems to be flexing in the sheet metal where the differential is attached causing failure of the spot welds holding the whole assembly together. He showed me in my trunk where two of the six spot welds had broken. I have researched this on the different bmw forums and bmw is claiming this failure is due to performance modifications or cars that have been taken to a track or autocross. I do not know the previous history of my car but it appeared to have been taken care of.on 6/30/2011 i had the car in the shop again for service work and my mechanic found two more broken welds and some separation in the rear chassis. This car is pretty much un-drivablenow due to this condition. I understand there is a couple of companies that make a repair kit for this that will strengthen the trunk area and prevent this from happening again.
I have a 1998 z3 m roadster and the trunk welds holding the subframe is failing. This is a commonly documented issues. Bmw dealers acknowledge the issue but bmw north america will not fix it. This is a welding/manufacturing defect that can lead to the differential and suspension components in the rear to completely separate.
Rear stabilizer bar repaired several times with three replacements. Mjs
Bmw z3 is a piece of crap.dealer now thinks that there is underlying problem with vehicle.3 cd players, 2 ignition systems, 1 fuel sensor, 1 engine that wouldn't start due to something stuck open and just general poor quality.i do not recommend this vehicle for anyone.
The plastic rear window in the convertible top has a design flaw. When the convertible top is lowered and then raised again (the intended normal operation of the convertible top), it causes severe creasing of the rear window. This results in the rear view out the window being significantly distorted and impaired, which i think is a safety hazard. I have contacted both the dealer and bmw about this. They have told me that "they all do this"and that there is nothing they can do about it. There is nothing the owner can do to remove the creases. The only response the dealer has pffered is to heat-treat the window and melt away the creases. However, the next time the top is lowered and then raised again, the window has the same deep creases. This concerns me, because the distorted rear view is distracting and a safety hazard because one cannot see clearly to the rear of the car.
Rearview mirror creates huge blind spot and is a potential hazard.
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