Original Manufacturer Warranty Ending

dtla1 · 12-05-2014, 05:22 PM

So my Factory Warranty is ending and apparently it covers some wear items not covered buy maintenance and the CPO Warranty ("powertrain"). For example, fading trim, buzzing speakers etc.

Are there any items that are common to fade/wear and you thing would be worth trying to convince the dealer to replace? I recently got my trunk open button replaced because it was fading (I didn't even notice or care, my SA pointed it out and had it changed).

Any other items like this? Thoughts?

Esteban · 12-05-2014, 07:52 PM

Third brake light. Any cracks in it?

Ed P · 12-05-2014, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by EvenEsteban

Third brake light. Any cracks in it?

Funny you should mention this. My son's 2011 128i has this problem. It's loose on the right end also. Is this common? Anyone know what causes it?

Esteban · 12-05-2014, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Ed P

Funny you should mention this. My son's 2011 128i has this problem. It's loose on the right end also. Is this common? Anyone know what causes it?

It is very common. It is infamous! There is at least one thread just about it.

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...rd+brake+light

dtla1 · 12-05-2014, 10:10 PM

Had the third brakelight replaced just after I got my 1 back in April.

dtla1 · 12-08-2014, 11:19 AM

Bump.

Any other ideas?

Bill B. · 12-08-2014, 12:27 PM

Check your AC closely. Check for unusual odors, and if possible, measure the temp coming from all the vents. If there is a large discrepancy, you may have a refrigerant leak.

dtla1 · 12-08-2014, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill B.

Check your AC closely. Check for unusual odors, and if possible, measure the temp coming from all the vents. If there is a large discrepancy, you may have a refrigerant leak.

Ahh, that's a good one, thanks for the heads up as I am sure this will be a costly issue to fix in the future.

shah269 · 12-08-2014, 03:35 PM

Strange odors...like what? don't say like an old sock?

dtla1 · 12-12-2014, 09:51 AM

No one else has any input on this?

ejm3 · 12-12-2014, 09:53 AM

I had a problem where the seatbelt was wearing out the side of my drivers seat.
I was actually able to get them to replace the leather under warranty.

If you're noticing significant wear then try to get it covered!

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dtla1 Colonel 828 Rep 2,232 Posts Drives: 2011 135i, Space Grey Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Silicon Valley iTrader: (2)	Original Manufacturer Warranty Ending So my Factory Warranty is ending and apparently it covers some wear items not covered buy maintenance and the CPO Warranty ("powertrain"). For example, fading trim, buzzing speakers etc. Are there any items that are common to fade/wear and you thing would be worth trying to convince the dealer to replace? I recently got my trunk open button replaced because it was fading (I didn't even notice or care, my SA pointed it out and had it changed). Any other items like this? Thoughts?
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