2007 BMW 3 Series Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 4%of 115 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 BMW 3 Series, 4% of the 115 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I bought my brand new Bmw x3 in 2007. There were small issues in the past but withing my manufacturer warrenty period. I had my rear brake pads replaced on jan 23, 2012. On jan 30, 2012, when I drove my x3 out my subdivison to go to work, the brake light, ABS light, and 4/4 light all on, plus load clunk type noise from rear, it was difficault to make a u-turn, managed back to home, called Bmw unitedbmw dealer and towed my vehicle to dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10448551, filed 2012-02, 39,890 miles“Car continues to have intermittent ABS brake failure after more than a year. Bmw won't repair unless I pay for it. I have already had 1 electrical related safety recall due to battery cable. …”
NHTSA complaint #10521630, filed 2013-06, 75,000 miles“I was parked, placed my car in reverse and immediately all of my dashboard lights were activated (4x4 malfunction, ABS brake failure, transmission malfunction) then my car lost power. There is a known issue with the set positioning motor failing on these vehicles. The Bmw dealer part # is 27 10 7 546 671. There is an internal gear, with in the set positioning motor, made out of plastic that wears prematurely. This is a known issue with Bmw's and it should be recalled. My vehicle become disabled with out warning, leaving me stranded which may have caused an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10651519, filed 2014-10, 122,000 miles“Consumer stated, making a right turn on to a major highway at 10-15 MPH her Bmw spun around 180 degrees facing oncoming traffic. Bf the consumer stated she noticed the ABS light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined the hydraulic pump unit and dsc failed.”
NHTSA complaint #10445376, filed 2012-01, 20,074 miles“After being service by dealer for 4 days which included the replacement of right headlight and ABS and brake system the car caught fire which seem to be related to electrical system. While driving the car heavy toxic smoke started coming out of ventilator of AC system. I immediately step out of the car and in a few minutes smoke and flames located in the engine in front of passenger seat burn the car. Flames and black plastic were coming also under the glove compartment right in front of passenger seat. Dealer quoted $25000 for repair and insurance company declared it total loss. …”
NHTSA complaint #10447655, filed 2012-02, 45,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10032826Nov 1, 2007Bmw vehicle: additional effort required to press brake pedal prior to engine initial start. This situation can occur if the vehicle sits for extended periods of time. Although…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | 10% |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 2 | 4% |
| 2008 | 3 | 4% |
| 2007 | 5 | 4% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 3 | 4% |
| 2003 | 3 | 4% |
| 2002 | 2 | 8% |
| 2001 | 2 | 6% |
| 2000 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2007 BMW 3 Series
35 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsEngine
22 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
9 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 BMW 3 Series
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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