[AHB900]

Originally Posted by rolltidef32

This is starting to sound like a recall. If this were to happen during an emergency the lawsuit would be big. Well, likely a settlement with a non-disclosure.

Hope BMW does the right thing if there's enough data.

Yeah it sounds pretty dangerous if you were in a situation that required to you get out quick. It just happens randomly you never really know when it will happen.

[Shotputted]

This just started happening to me in my e90. The button to unlock all doors works every time but sometimes pulling the handle inside just makes the peg go up but then goes back down when I release without clicking in the unlocked position.

[ticklemethere]

Just happened to me again today. I also notice that when I unlock the door from the outside the malfunctioning door appears to unlock more slowly.

[DrivenByE30]

Originally Posted by tsukasa36

Hi rolltidef32, I am aware of this safety feature. The issue is that even if I double pull, the lock does not unlock. There is some resistance to the lock and the lock it knob will return to lock position.

I have had the same observations for months last year: every once in a while, the driver door actuator doesn't operate as smoothly as usual... Some "hicups" while try to open the door...

Originally Posted by tsukasa36

Thanks for the input, but I don't think this is the issue. It literally feels like something is jammed and its preventing me from unlocking, but when I press the unlock button it unlocks fine. Strange, I know. I guess I will take it in and ask the dealer about it. Thank you

Yed exactly, you describe very clearly what i was also observing on my car...

Originally Posted by ticklemethere

I have this issue. I pull twice, but the door will not unlock. It happens rarely, and only on the driver's side door.

That makes the three of us now...

Originally Posted by AHB900

Yes, they did both door actuator were failing on me at the same time, but I wouldn't be surprised if in a few months it comes back, my cars kind of a problem.

Door actuator seems to be the culprid... (Or is it...)

Originally Posted by SJA16

Just take it in to the dealership. I had this problem on both the driver and passenger door. I took it in and the locking/release mechanism was bad. The dealership replaced it and everything has been fine since.

Seems to be a fairly easy fix...
What about cars like myself that are now out of warrantee? Will BMW fix that for me?

I am beyond my 50k miles...

Originally Posted by ticklemethere

Just happened to me again today. I also notice that when I unlock the door from the outside the malfunctioning door appears to unlock more slowly.

I noticed the same thing last year.

The latest situation for me is:
For a couple of months now, the little lock knob indicator by the window door no longer goes up.
It is "stuck" in the lock position. But i no longer have the hesitant opening from the inside...

In my case, i think the link mechanism from the door actuator to door lock indicator (by the window) must be broken (loose). But this fact doesnt prevent me from locking or unlock the car by any means. If anything its even easier for me to get out of the car.

The cabin unlock button can be used to lock and unlock all door as usual.
The keyfob can lock and unlock all doors as normal.
Other than the little door lock indicator not popping up on the drivers door, but all doors do lock and unlock as intended. Ever since that door lock indicator is not working anymore, i never had the hesitant unlock situation when opening the door handle from the inside (2 pulls and i am out).

I am tempted to one day disassemble my driver door and see what got disconnected or could have made the door handle opening not so smooth...

I think you will eventually see the same issue as me.

[tsukasa36]

Hi Everyone,

Thank you for all the input. I decided to take a video of the issue when it happened this weekend just to clarify the issue. It seems like a bigger issue than I thought. Anyways, have a look but at the end when I press the unlock button on the center console, the door finally opens.

[u2b]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAttxl7pmow[/u2b]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAttxl7pmow

[casualDIYer]

Guys, it's a bad lock actuator. I know the tech at the dealership. He's swapped out loads of them. I had 3 swapped in my car alone.

The good news? The new actuator is a lot better than the old one. Get it swapped.

[MforLove]

Change your key fob battery

[bavarianride]

Mine had a problem with the passenger front door lock, namely, when unlocked with central lock button the lock pin would pop up in slow motion. The SA confirmed the problem and the tech replaced the lock assembly under warranty, and now it works fine. Yours definitely is a defect and should be fixed under warranty.

[boosted43]

OP I had the same issue with my 2013 335i. Kit wouldn't unlock when you pulled the first time. The lock would go up and right back down. But when pressing the unlock button on the center console it worked fine.

[tex2670]

Originally Posted by rolltidef32

This is starting to sound like a recall. If this were to happen during an emergency the lawsuit would be big. Well, likely a settlement with a non-disclosure.

Hope BMW does the right thing if there's enough data.

Maybe it will be a class action, and we can all get a $500 voucher towards the purchase of our next BMW; and the lawyers can get 33% of the settlement.

[wdeerfield]

this is happening to my f30 passenger side door. previously had the issue on my e90 and it was the door lock actuator. Its going in this week for this and to see why i have a squeaking in one of the front wheels (maybe the brakes)

[kent11202]

Also take a look at the Comfort Access Not Working thread.....

[BillD1953]

Originally Posted by rolltidef32

What man?

Unless you press the central lock/unlock button, you have to pull on each door handle twice to open it; it's a safety feature.

Try pulling twice when not pressing unlock to see if it opens; I bet it will and your car is just fine.

Let us know if this doesn't work.

Yes agreed........my new 2016 228i driver's door requires a double pull to open.

[philipm785]

I had this same issue on my 2012 F30 335 and it was the lock actuators (both front doors). Replaced them and no problems since (going on 10 months now).

[henryeeex]

This also happened to me recently. 2013 335i. Bringing it in thursday.

tsukasa36, did you get your locks fixed?

[kent11202]

Originally Posted by HenryX

This also happened to me recently. 2013 335i. Bringing it in thursday.

Henry, do you know your build date? Wondering if this problem my be limited to a certain period in time (defective batch of parts hit the assembly line over a restricted period of time).

[13ryant]

I am experiencing this same issue on my driverside door after two weeks of buying my CPO 13' 328i. Only way to successfully unlock the door is by pressing the unlock button on the dash. I'll be scheduling an appointment to have this taken care of.

[johnsonlwu]

Both replaced under warranty on mine.

[Orion4]

I've have recently begun to experience the same issue intermittently. The operating rod will begin to pop up on the 2nd handle pull and immediately pull back down. I can feel the resistance in the handle as well. The Center Unlock button does unlock the door without fail. Looks like the part # is: 51217202143 according to RealOEM (Approx $171). That is for the drivers side on a 13 335i Sedan w/Alarm and Comfort. Think I'll check by Bentley's for the remove/replace steps.

[Coolhydro]

I am seeing this in my car. Dang, Im out of warranty though.
Is there a DIY fix for this?

[Coolhydro]

Any update on this please?

[Mobster1983]

I've been having the same issue. Will probably take to dealer this week.