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Intermittent engine shut-down. Engine shuts off while vehicle is in motion at any speed. "engine failsafe" warning light comes on. Vehicle must be stopped, key turned off and re-started. This is a serious safety issue that BMW is aware of and has issued a related tsb. $2000 plus repair bill for a new "engine wiring harness". BMW should be recalling these vehicles.
2003 BMW 525I died twice leaving the consumer stranded.** answer required***. the ignition coils failed on the vehicle. The consumer stated the vehicle made a terrible noise when it was first started, the dealer replaced numerous parts, but to no avail.
- Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Appleton, WI, USA