08-14-2017, 10:56 AM | #1 |
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I have 2014 428 xi w 58k miles, leased off of demo. After never having any mechanical issues with the car, 2 weeks ago a drivetrain malfunction notice popped up. The car was shaking, limited in it's output and making a ticking noise. I drove it the dealership closest to me. It didn't stall while driving there, just kept shaking and the steering was very tight. When I got there, the dealership mistreated me, never allowed me to meet with my service advisor and lied about having loaner vehicles available and told me to drive home slowly and come back the next day. On my slow drive home, the car stalled out in the middle of the road and wouldn't restart. Roadside assistance had me try to force it into neutral by turning the car on and moving the shifter forward and back a series of times, but no go. Waited 5 hours until midnight for a tow from BMW. Now the dealership is saying the car needs a brand new engine. I find that hard to believe. Anyone ever experience this drivetrain malfunction and shaking? Desperately looking for any advice and tips to repair. Thank you! |
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08-14-2017, 02:26 PM | #5 |
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They said because I missed one of the oil changes interval, the engine failed. Which seems like bs to me, but I'm not so sure.
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08-14-2017, 02:32 PM | #6 |
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Well if you're not sure and you actually did miss an oil change that could be your problem. Especially if your getting oil changes every 15k miles..
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08-14-2017, 03:06 PM | #7 |
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that is true, do you know how many miles did you have on your oil change ? because if bearings go out ... youll get alot of shacking from the engine
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08-14-2017, 04:28 PM | #8 |
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Does anyone know any mechanics in NJ that will look at this issue? Bmw is saying I need to pay 4k to get the engine replaced, while still making lease payments without a working car. |
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