645 problem

[bear]

I have a 645 w/smg. Great car to drive when its not in the shop.

In the last 60 days, i have had to have the whole harness replaced. The transmission locked up, i was told it was a bad relay. Two weeks after getting the car back, the transmission locked up again. BMW cant figure out why the hydrolic system failed and were the problem is.

I understand that just like a great looking gal, its high maintance but a new car shouldnt have such problems. It's starting to look like a lemon.

My question is, has anybody eles had these type of problems.

[SmoothCruise]

I have a 645 w/smg. Great car to drive when its not in the shop.

In the last 60 days, i have had to have the whole harness replaced. The transmission locked up, i was told it was a bad relay. Two weeks after getting the car back, the transmission locked up again. BMW cant figure out why the hydrolic system failed and were the problem is.

I understand that just like a great looking gal, its high maintance but a new car shouldnt have such problems. It's starting to look like a lemon.

My question is, has anybody eles had these type of problems.


I haven't had this problem, and boy it does look bad. A few people have posted problems with steering rack. I haven't had that problem either, but the steering rack problem seems to occur around 22k miles.

I have a number of minor glitch problems within the first 4 months of getting my car, which isn't that that bad, but when you consider the fact that the car is brand spanking new, it really gives me some concern about how my car will hold up over the years.

Anyways, sorry about your problem.

[pr4evr]

What year is your 645? I have heard some horror stories about 04's but that the 05's seem to be a little more glitch free. The reason I ask is that I am in the market for an 05 but may push for a 650 if the 05's are having the same problems as the 04's

--PR

[vatkens]

I’m with BMW of North America, LLC. I’m sorry to read of your concern about your SMG transmission. If you and your BMW center would like our assistance, please phone us at (800) 831-1117 or email us at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com, and mention Reference #200526601103 so that we can help you more efficiently.

[gbelton]

Hello My Friend:

Take my advice, Follow-up with BMWNA right away and get this issue taken care of. I have had issues with my '05 645Ci and BMWNA helped me take care of the issues at the end of the day.

If you have any questions do not hesitate to send me a note.
Here is my issue for reference: http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=102756

Good Luck and keep us all posted!

GMAN

[BillKach]

Sorry to hear you've had so many problems. MY 2005 645Cic has been 100% problem free. It has only been back to the dealer for an oil service since I picked it up! After having a huge number of 'bugs' in my 2004 545i I'm really counting my blessings