2000 BMW 323I Body and structure Problems

“I was unaware of the previous defect notices about the frame / body having a weak spot and was driving at 40 MPH when my rear shock and the part that holds the shock in place went through the metal frame ripping the metal away and allowing the shock to puncture through the frame just below the trunk area and the car was then inoperable. …”

“My 2000 Bmw 323I has sub frame fractures as defined in a class action lawsuit against Bmw. In the settlement, Bmw has agreed to inspect and repair all effected vehicles. The dealer told me my car was unrepairable and offered me a cash settlement well below avg trade-in value. I want my car fixed.”

“Have been informed by my mechanic that my subframe is failing on the rear end of my Bmw. He pulled a report saying that a lawsuit has been filed against Bmw but no recall had been issued (I.e, a 'silent' recall). His words: man you're totally screwed. …”

“My subframe is damage underneath the rear carrier. I noticed when I was driving I heard a loud knock in the back. It sounded so bad I went into an auto shop to have it checked out. They said it was a recall and to take it to the dealer. So I went to the dealer and they said it was not a recall but a class action suit. Meaning they would repair it but I had to come up with a vehicle for 2 weeks while they repaired it. I can't afford the rental, so they let me drive off with my vehicle in very very poor condition. …”

“1) there were no events out of the ordinary leading up to the failure of the rear subframe. All driving was normal in normal conditions. 2)cracked/separated rear subframe, failed due to engineering flaws in design and use of materials. Consequences of this failure could be catastrophic and result in severe injury and or death. 3)I had my car inspected by Bmw na at my local Bmw dealer. Bmwna agreed that the rear subframe was in fact broken and they would not be willing to participate in the repair of this. …”