Airbags owner reports
Owner reports are bound to model year 2019.
Warning signs: 3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention air bags.
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
Before you buy
2019 BMW 3 Series inspection checklist
Use this beside the car or give it to a mechanic. These checks come from problems in the records we reviewed. They do not replace a full used-car inspection.
Inspect this 3 Series
Mark each check as you go. Your notes stay on this device.
Saved on this device. The shared link never includes a VIN.
Use these notes with a full inspection. A serious warning sign can be enough to walk away.
Required checks
- Looks okay / Concern / Walk away
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Airbags owner reports: 3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention air bags.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
- Looks okay / Concern / Walk away
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Electrical System owner reports: 5 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention electrical system.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
- Looks okay / Concern / Walk away
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Engine owner reports: 3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention engine.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
- Looks okay / Concern / Walk away
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Power Train owner reports: 4 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention power train.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Ask the seller
- Has any named issue here ever been diagnosed or repaired on this car?
- Can I see the maintenance and any recall-remedy records?
- Will you allow an independent pre-purchase inspection?
Records to request
- Service and oil-change history
- Completed recall / campaign paperwork
- Any dealer diagnostic reports
Why these checks are here
Electrical System owner reports
Owner reports are bound to model year 2019.
Warning signs: 5 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention electrical system.
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
Engine owner reports
Owner reports are bound to model year 2019.
Warning signs: 3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention engine.
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
Power Train owner reports
Owner reports are bound to model year 2019.
Warning signs: 4 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention power train.
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
Sources and limits
Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330i. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH on a three-lane highway, traveling in the exit lane, and using the hands-free calling system to speak with his wife, the vehicle crashed into an unknown metal object in the roadway, which tore the undercarriage. The driver-side air bag exploded without warning, resulting in him sustaining a concussion, and the vehicle came to a stop. The emergency call system failed to activate. His wife was able to contact 911, who was delayed in locating the incident site. The fire department, ambulance, and police department were on the scene. The contact was treated at the scene by the ambulance. The contact went to a walk-in clinic the next day, where medical attention was provided. There was no reported fire or police report filed due to the lack of identification of any damage. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who determined there was damage to the undercarriage. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had written a letter to send to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 51,443.”
Source recordEvidence: Medium confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while driving up to a red light, the vehicle became inoperable. The "Call Roadside Assistance", "Starter System Failure" and "Engine Could Not Start" messages were displayed. The vehicle was able to restart; however, upon arriving to the residence, the vehicle became inoperable. The failure mileage was 81,652.”
Source recordEvidence: Limited confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“Please update recall repair status to repaired for this VIN (dealer repair invoice attached)”
Source recordEvidence: Medium confidence
The records describe a possible fatal outcome.
“Vehicle shudders under acceleration no warning lights or errors . Changed transfer case oil and same problem continues. No recall from manufacturer for issu”
The checklist cannot see the car’s full history or condition.
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