Problem Reports
BMW 323i
Report: Front Control Arm Bracket Bushings May Fail
BMW 323i Problem
Model Years Affected: 1999, 2000
Average Mileage: 119,000 mi (47,000 mi - 180,000 mi)
Failure of the front control arm bracket bushings—often referred to as thrust rod bushings—is moderately common. One symptom is a clunk or jolt felt in the steering when braking.
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Visitor, 2000 BMW 323i, 180,000 mi
had to replace lower control arm bushings, but at 180,000 how can u complain.
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Visitor, 2000 BMW 323i, 80,000 mi
I have had this problem ever since I bought the car used, my mechanic thinks that it is weak struts and he has inspected it twice. I tried to tell him that I read about the worn bushings, but he says they are fine. I guess I have to find a new mechanic...
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Visitor, 2000 BMW 323i, 95,000 mi
It hasn't started clunking yet but it feels like the car is sliding forward as you break. I know it will start to deteriorate fast so I'm getting the upper control arm bushings checked and I'm pretty sure that's the problem
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Visitor, 2000 BMW 323i, 140,000 mi
clanking on right side of car when hiiting the brakes
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fr5401, 2000 BMW 323i, 47,000 miEnthusiast
HAve replaced both left/right side front control arm bushings(rear/lower arm)within the last 5 years.
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