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Rear control arm class action suit
by backy
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Jun 16, 2009 (2:59 pm)
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I got a notice in the mail today re a class action suit re rear control arms, for the '99-'06 3 Series. It said owners may be eligible to either have the control arms replaced by a dealer, or be reimbursed if they have already done so. Something to look for in the mail if that applies to you.
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Re: luggage compartment [occir511]
by jscholder
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Jun 21, 2009 (7:58 am)
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Replying to: occir511 (Jun 15, 2009 10:11 pm)
I also had problem with my 2001 330 ci and it turned out to be the wires were broken in the cable harness from the trunk. My trunk light was also out and my rear middle tail light was out due to faulty wires. It started with the trunk release not working.
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- #4297 of 4446
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Re: Rear control arm class action suit [backy]
by jscholder
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Jun 21, 2009 (7:59 am)
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Replying to: backy (Jun 16, 2009 2:59 pm)
Any contact information so that I can look into this problem?
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- #4298 of 4446
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Control arms?
by kyfdx HOST
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Jun 21, 2009 (9:28 am)
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The notice I got was about rear subframe failure... Shock mounts actually tearing away from the body of the car..
So far, it looks like the only payoff is reimbursement for any previous repair work, or inspection to see if you have the problem.
Neither of our two E46s had the problem, and we don't have either of them now, so I tossed the notices.
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Re: Control arms? [kyfdx]
by kominsky
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Jun 22, 2009 (10:28 am)
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Replying to: kyfdx (Jun 21, 2009 9:28 am)
I got the same notice... subframe. In addition to inspection, they will repair if damaged. I still have my '01 (155K and climbing!). I don't ~think~ I have the problem.. it seems like it would be noticable... but I will get mine inspected when/if the suit settles.
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Re: Control arms? [kyfdx]
by backy
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Jun 22, 2009 (1:47 pm)
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Replying to: kyfdx (Jun 21, 2009 9:28 am)
Yes, subframe, thanks for the correction. I had control arms on the brain when I typed the post from a different car. I tossed my notice also since I don't have the E46 anymore. But as for contact info, I would think a search on google etc. would find that pretty quick--these attorneys want to be found.
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Re: Control arms? [kominsky]
by ponytrekker
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Jun 22, 2009 (2:39 pm)
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Replying to: kominsky (Jun 22, 2009 10:28 am)
Presumably the case has settled. That's why you got the notice.
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Re: Control arms? [ponytrekker]
by venture
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Jun 23, 2009 (12:29 pm)
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Replying to: ponytrekker (Jun 22, 2009 2:39 pm)
The case is expected to settle around the first of September. You can opt out of the settlement with the notification. There is also a form to fill out and mail if you already had the repair made.
$1,100,500 attorney fees and $22,000 in expenses. Yikes!
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Re: Rear A/C not a blast [ez2do]
by blueguydotcom
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Jun 28, 2009 (8:46 pm)
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Replying to: ez2do (Jun 08, 2009 7:04 am)
AC in all three of my BMWs is limp at best. I used to complain but now recognize BMW puts weak AC compressors in their cars. Learn to live with it.
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Re: Rear A/C not a blast [blueguydotcom]
by ez2do
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Jun 29, 2009 (4:24 am)
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Replying to: blueguydotcom (Jun 28, 2009 8:46 pm)
I am a bit surprised because the AC on my '03 X5 was quite capable and the kids were always comfortable when they controlled the rear AC. Thanks for the reply, good to hear some commentary.
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