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So sorry to hear about the problem, OP. Last year when I was looking at used 2-series this is exactly why I refused to consider anything with the N20 engine.
I'm really, really disappointed in BMW for not making the timing issue a recall instead of the lame barely-extended warranty they provide. |
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I read things like this and weep. So sorry for the OP.
Pop onto the E90 forums and look at the carnage that awaits us F30 owners. Lovely car and all that but hell fire it needs a decent warranty. |
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05-16-2019, 07:39 PM | #26 |
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Sorry to hear OP. How often did you change the oil if I may ask? Also, source out an engine from a wrecker one that is 2016+ if possible and get an independent bmw specialist mechanic to install. It will cost half of what the dealership wants.
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05-16-2019, 09:00 PM | #28 |
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I believe the warranty extension is 7 years OR 70,000 miles, whichever comes first.
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05-16-2019, 09:20 PM | #29 | |
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Contact this legal firm working on class action lawsuit to discuss possible options. https://www.carcomplaints.com/news/2...g-chains.shtml |
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05-16-2019, 09:36 PM | #30 | |
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I think my plan as of right now will be to part it. Would most likely see a better return and only loose like 3 grand. My next question is, do I buy another BMW or leave the brand hahaha |
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05-17-2019, 12:32 AM | #32 |
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Man, I'd be livid. N20 timing chains failing is a known issue with these engines, which BMW is fully aware of, and they are not taking responsibility for -- on a car that only has a little over 100K? Not cool.
So, they want YOU to pay $11,000 for THEIR negligent engineering and deficient testing efforts, which they are fully aware is 100% their fault? Yeah, that would be my last BMW, for sure. There's absolutely no accountability there -- totally unethical. |
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The other thing that pisses me off, is that if the timing chain was apart of routine maintenance it would have been done. I have stayed on top of all recommended maintenance. |
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Mine had the whine start at around 40k miles, and luckily got the timing chain and the plastic guides replaced about a year ago under warranty. They also saw the valve cover gaskets were leaking and replaced that too. Honestly, if those weren’t replaced, I’d be dumping this car as soon as the CPO warranty ends. That whining sound was very faint when I noticed it in my garage each morning so it could have been easy to miss if I parked outside. I also did oil changes sooner than called for, don’t drive hard, and had auto start/stop disabled. Still had it fail. I think it’s just luck of the draw.
I’m sorry to hear OP. I hope you end up in a much better car when you replace it. Hopefully that law firm has some options for recourse as well. |
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@Fliplegend No whine what so ever prior to failure. |
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My N26 blew up in April with 26K miles on it...not related to the timing chain though...fuel injector issue killed it. My only good news was I still had 3 weeks of warranty left thankfully. I never abused the car either. BMW dropped a new reman engine in it but they only warranty the replacement engine for what's left of the factory warranty-so basically 3week warranty lol.
I won't keep this car more than another couple of years maybe (if that long) and we'll see what the trade value is on a replaced engined car... Sorry to hear OP...
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I would ask the dealer for help. BMW needs friendly dealers. I sold my prior car (a 330e) back to BMW and the service manager was a huge help in getting BMW to agree to buy it back. So go to the service manager, or general manager, and see if they will help you negotiate a deal with BMWNA.
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I am currently on 125000 miles on my 2012 F30 320d. She's been so dependable but I also worry about the timing chain. I found out mine is the N47d20c engine and BMW got no recall on this engine. My aftermarket warrentee expires in June 2019 and I don't have the extra cash to extend it. Our company will be retrenching staff in July 2019 so this really stresses me.
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Didn't seem like they cared to much honestly, he put it on me to get in contact with BMWNA. |
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05-17-2019, 12:59 PM | #42 | |
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I doubt they will do anything at all. This is why I like to for go the early model with new engine. I like to think that they always try to sort out bugs in the beginning. But try to work with the dealer for trade in to a new car. Friend have 2012 535d with 140k miles with catastrophic fuel system failure. I was there and I think he didn't lose much but he lost money on it but not big as $11k engine replacement. Good luck friend. |
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Check out these guys for a N54 or N55 swap if you still owe 9K on it.
https://www.ghassanautomotive.com/ |
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