Check your boot brake light cover...

SimonB · 11-15-2008, 02:01 AM

Hi all,

Was unloading some groceries from the boot today and noticed that the plastic cover for the boot lid mounted brake light was cracked. I saw a few weeks ago that this wasn't an uncommon problem in the US of A, so I went and checked it then, didn't see it. So, it's happened recently.

Here's a couple of pics that should illustrate where to look:

I need to go in for the first time soon, so will get it replaced then.

Cheers,

Simon....

Swift135 · 11-15-2008, 05:04 PM

Mine is the same or worse. I showed it to BMW and they accused me of damaging it with a high pressure cleaner? I asked if they thought I was also responsible for the same damage to the 135 they had on the showroom floor! After they inspected their display car they checked the service recalls and BMW were aware of the cracking plastic covers and are redesigning a new part which will be replacing all the current defective covers. That was 2 months ago and I have not heard back from them.

123D-M · 11-15-2008, 05:20 PM

It seems that half the people on this forum have had their third brake light cover replaced, 3 or 4 times in some cases.

Zuzu · 11-15-2008, 05:51 PM

mmmmmm... the vert seems ok..maybe cause of different boot and light cover shape I resume.

SimonB · 11-15-2008, 06:08 PM

Interesting, Swift135, we'll see what response I get. All I know is that I'm not paying for something that's not my fault.

Zuzu · 11-15-2008, 06:16 PM

Kris's cover is cracked as well, but I think from memory BMW Aust is awaiting replacements..

Guran · 11-16-2008, 09:12 PM

Whew! Mine's still in one piece.

Kris · 11-16-2008, 09:19 PM

Guys, mine is cracked. Its a warranty issue, im goihng into the dealers today to show them! Dont let them tell you otherwise. Im going to print some of this thread out to prove it!!! Its caused by Germany overtightening the screws up

Alext · 11-17-2008, 02:21 AM

yeah mine is cracked too. Not sure if it is worth a trip to the dealer to replace. They might cause more damage to the paintwork etc!!

Perhaps they can just order in the part and I will fit...is it easy to fit yourself?

d3syd · 11-17-2008, 03:06 AM

Wow that's a lot of cracked covers. Mine is ok. I am wondering if mine will crack over time...?

Kris · 11-17-2008, 04:24 AM

no but maybe water will get in?

100fires · 11-17-2008, 05:50 AM

Yep mine is cracked as well. Crack from top to bottom.... straight down the middle.

SimonB · 11-17-2008, 05:53 AM

BMW Australia, I think you have a problem... I hope you ordered a few in!

Alpine* · 11-17-2008, 06:00 AM

Mine is not broken... yet, but I do find I really need to slam the boot lid to shut it first time. Maybe this is a common thing which causes the breakage?!?! Don't know but can say that my other coupe closes without touching it once you pull down on the internal "handle"recess on the boot lid, relatively gentle by by comparison.

Alext · 11-17-2008, 06:19 AM

yes i noticed it takes a bit of oomph to close the boot too. I am going to the dealer tomorrow to see what they say. It is obviously a warranty issue.

123D-M · 11-17-2008, 06:34 AM

Apparently the cracking is caused by the screws at each end being done up too tight. I haven't noticed any crack in my car. Hopefully they have solved the problem at the factory.

SimonB · 11-17-2008, 06:43 AM

Agreed on the degree of slamo required is higher than normal...

jksgoh · 11-17-2008, 01:32 PM

hmm... mine hasnt cracked yet *touches wood*

Alext · 11-17-2008, 08:17 PM

Dealer to order a new one in for me. Mine is a July 08 build.

Zuzu · 11-17-2008, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlpineM3E92

Mine is not broken... yet, but I do find I really need to slam the boot lid to shut it first time. Maybe this is a common thing which causes the breakage?!?! Don't know but can say that my other coupe closes without touching it once you pull down on the internal "handle"recess on the boot lid, relatively gentle by by comparison.

Agree.. my 3 series coupe just needed a slight touch and it would close on its own..

Even the vert only needs a slight touch and it closes..

TimMc · 11-17-2008, 08:26 PM

Sep 08 build. All good so far.

AussieRacer · 11-18-2008, 04:17 AM

After seeing this thread I checked mine. Quick inspection shows nothing. Closer look shows mine is cracked in at least three spots. One hairline very similar to SimonB's, and two others respectively on the top and bottom edges and parallel with the edges. Almost like bits are going to break off.

Anyway the car is booked in for its 3,000km service and I'll add it to the list things to be addressed.

11-15-2008, 02:01 AM	#1
SimonB 135 to 335 M Sport to X3 30d M Sport 164 Rep 1,788 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 30d, optioned up! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia iTrader: (0)	Check your boot brake light cover... Hi all, Was unloading some groceries from the boot today and noticed that the plastic cover for the boot lid mounted brake light was cracked. I saw a few weeks ago that this wasn't an uncommon problem in the US of A, so I went and checked it then, didn't see it. So, it's happened recently. Here's a couple of pics that should illustrate where to look: I need to go in for the first time soon, so will get it replaced then. Cheers, Simon.... __________________ 2018 X3 30d, Carbon Black Metallic, M Sport Package, Panorama glass sunroof, Lumbar support, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Ambient Lightning, Harmon Kardon Surround Sound , Dynamic Damper Control
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Swift135 Lieutenant 23 Rep 453 Posts Drives: 330d, M3 DCT E92 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0)	Mine is the same or worse. I showed it to BMW and they accused me of damaging it with a high pressure cleaner? I asked if they thought I was also responsible for the same damage to the 135 they had on the showroom floor! After they inspected their display car they checked the service recalls and BMW were aware of the cracking plastic covers and are redesigning a new part which will be replacing all the current defective covers. That was 2 months ago and I have not heard back from them. __________________
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123D-M Captain 32 Rep 930 Posts Drives: BMW 123d M-Sport Coupe Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Madrid, Spain iTrader: (0) Garage List 1965 Citroen DS19 P ... [0.00] 2009 123D M-Sport C ... [10.00] 2009 Mazda6 [0.00]	It seems that half the people on this forum have had their third brake light cover replaced, 3 or 4 times in some cases. __________________ 2009 123D Coupe \| Sedona Red \| Black Boston Leather \| Brushed Aluminium Trim \| Tinted Windows \| M-Sport Package \| 6M \| Comfort Access \| Heated Seats \| Navigation \| Park Distance Front & Rear \| USB \| Bluetooth \| Voice Control \| Efficient Dynamics \| Rain & Light Sensors \| Xenon Lights My blog: http://urbanemusings.wordpress.com/
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11-15-2008, 05:51 PM	#4
Zuzu Major General 2816 Rep 7,637 Posts Drives: M2C HS 6MT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sydney Australia iTrader: (0)	mmmmmm... the vert seems ok..maybe cause of different boot and light cover shape I resume.
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11-15-2008, 06:08 PM	#5
SimonB 135 to 335 M Sport to X3 30d M Sport 164 Rep 1,788 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 30d, optioned up! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia iTrader: (0)	Interesting, Swift135, we'll see what response I get. All I know is that I'm not paying for something that's not my fault. __________________ 2018 X3 30d, Carbon Black Metallic, M Sport Package, Panorama glass sunroof, Lumbar support, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Ambient Lightning, Harmon Kardon Surround Sound , Dynamic Damper Control
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11-15-2008, 06:16 PM	#6
Zuzu Major General 2816 Rep 7,637 Posts Drives: M2C HS 6MT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sydney Australia iTrader: (0)	Kris's cover is cracked as well, but I think from memory BMW Aust is awaiting replacements..
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11-16-2008, 09:12 PM	#7
Guran Captain 24 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 08 135i Coupe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wollongong, Australia iTrader: (0)	Whew! Mine's still in one piece. __________________ 08 BMW 135i Sport Coupe \| Manual \| Sparkling Graphite \| Coral Red Boston Leather \| 10 Speaker Hi Fi
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11-16-2008, 09:19 PM	#8
Kris Colonel 123 Rep 2,295 Posts Drives: m3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USOFA iTrader: (0)	Guys, mine is cracked. Its a warranty issue, im goihng into the dealers today to show them! Dont let them tell you otherwise. Im going to print some of this thread out to prove it!!! Its caused by Germany overtightening the screws up
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11-17-2008, 02:21 AM	#9
Alext Banned 138 Rep 2,042 Posts Drives: B M W Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Everest iTrader: (2)	yeah mine is cracked too. Not sure if it is worth a trip to the dealer to replace. They might cause more damage to the paintwork etc!! Perhaps they can just order in the part and I will fit...is it easy to fit yourself?
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11-17-2008, 03:06 AM	#10
d3syd Major 50 Rep 1,474 Posts Drives: 135i MT, LMB, ProNav Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Scamander, Tasmania iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 135i Coupe [0.00]	Wow that's a lot of cracked covers. Mine is ok. I am wondering if mine will crack over time...? __________________ Fun Car: 135i Manual LeMans Blue / Beige Leather / Grey Poplar / pro nav / euro plates. Delivered 24 June 08 Family Car: Land Rover Discovery 4 SDV6 Spare Car: Volvo V70 Sydney Car: MB 420SEL
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11-17-2008, 04:24 AM	#11
Kris Colonel 123 Rep 2,295 Posts Drives: m3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USOFA iTrader: (0)	no but maybe water will get in?
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11-17-2008, 05:50 AM	#12
100fires Enlisted Member 0 Rep 49 Posts Drives: 320d M-Sports Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0)	Yep mine is cracked as well. Crack from top to bottom.... straight down the middle. __________________ 320d LCI Innovation M-Sports - Alpine White, AT, Black Leather Just traded-in my *125i M-Sports* - 6MT, Black Sapphire, Xenon, HiFi 10 Speaker....... goodbye my old friend ;-)
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11-17-2008, 05:53 AM	#13
SimonB 135 to 335 M Sport to X3 30d M Sport 164 Rep 1,788 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 30d, optioned up! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia iTrader: (0)	BMW Australia, I think you have a problem... I hope you ordered a few in! __________________ 2018 X3 30d, Carbon Black Metallic, M Sport Package, Panorama glass sunroof, Lumbar support, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Ambient Lightning, Harmon Kardon Surround Sound , Dynamic Damper Control
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11-17-2008, 06:00 AM	#14
Alpine* Brigadier General 1284 Rep 4,093 Posts Drives: M2 G87 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Mine is not broken... yet, but I do find I really need to slam the boot lid to shut it first time. Maybe this is a common thing which causes the breakage?!?! Don't know but can say that my other coupe closes without touching it once you pull down on the internal "handle"recess on the boot lid, relatively gentle by by comparison.
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11-17-2008, 06:19 AM	#15
Alext Banned 138 Rep 2,042 Posts Drives: B M W Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Everest iTrader: (2)	yes i noticed it takes a bit of oomph to close the boot too. I am going to the dealer tomorrow to see what they say. It is obviously a warranty issue.
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11-17-2008, 06:34 AM	#16
123D-M Captain 32 Rep 930 Posts Drives: BMW 123d M-Sport Coupe Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Madrid, Spain iTrader: (0) Garage List 1965 Citroen DS19 P ... [0.00] 2009 123D M-Sport C ... [10.00] 2009 Mazda6 [0.00]	Apparently the cracking is caused by the screws at each end being done up too tight. I haven't noticed any crack in my car. Hopefully they have solved the problem at the factory. __________________ 2009 123D Coupe \| Sedona Red \| Black Boston Leather \| Brushed Aluminium Trim \| Tinted Windows \| M-Sport Package \| 6M \| Comfort Access \| Heated Seats \| Navigation \| Park Distance Front & Rear \| USB \| Bluetooth \| Voice Control \| Efficient Dynamics \| Rain & Light Sensors \| Xenon Lights My blog: http://urbanemusings.wordpress.com/
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SimonB 135 to 335 M Sport to X3 30d M Sport 164 Rep 1,788 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 30d, optioned up! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia iTrader: (0)	Agreed on the degree of slamo required is higher than normal... __________________ 2018 X3 30d, Carbon Black Metallic, M Sport Package, Panorama glass sunroof, Lumbar support, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Ambient Lightning, Harmon Kardon Surround Sound , Dynamic Damper Control
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11-17-2008, 01:32 PM	#18
jksgoh Major 142 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Melb, Vic, Aus iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E82 125i [0.00]	hmm... mine hasnt cracked yet touches wood
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11-17-2008, 08:17 PM	#19
Alext Banned 138 Rep 2,042 Posts Drives: B M W Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Everest iTrader: (2)	Dealer to order a new one in for me. Mine is a July 08 build.
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11-17-2008, 08:26 PM	#21
TimMc Lieutenant Colonel 44 Rep 1,883 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Brisbane, Australia iTrader: (0)	Sep 08 build. All good so far. __________________ Driving - Manual E90 M3 (Melbourne Red/Black). Riding - BMW R1200RS Sport.
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11-18-2008, 04:17 AM	#22
AussieRacer Major 24 Rep 1,058 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Aust iTrader: (0)	After seeing this thread I checked mine. Quick inspection shows nothing. Closer look shows mine is cracked in at least three spots. One hairline very similar to SimonB's, and two others respectively on the top and bottom edges and parallel with the edges. Almost like bits are going to break off. Anyway the car is booked in for its 3,000km service and I'll add it to the list things to be addressed. __________________ Current: 135i Auto, Le Mans Blue - w/ Bridgestone RE-11 rears, GP Thunder 7500k angels, & "golf tee" mod plus a few M3 suspension bits and pieces...
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