What causes the warning message below in a 2013 BMW 535i?
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2013 BMW 535i, 80k: My son was driving slowly, in a funeral procession and all of a sudden the message "Drivetrain Malfunction. Drive moderately. Maximum drivetrain output not available" popped up on the dash and the car lost power. He pulled over and parked. Will try to get it to a dealership but with no warranty I am trying to see what are my options. I bought this recently as a house car; are these BMW's lemons?
How long has your 2013 BMW 535i xDrive had this problem?
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Hello, BMW's are not "lemons" but all modern vehicles -- especially German engineered vehicles -- have a certain degree of complexity in operation and functionality and will require a trained, experienced BMW technician equipped with proper diagnostic equipment to diagnose and repair it.
The concern is likely with an engine performance component or area and will require troubleshooting.
German cars that are not still under some kind of warranty are not for the faint of heart financially. Great vehicles, but it's just a fact that diagnostic and repair labor costs come at a premium, as do any needed parts.
Wouldn’t necessarily say all BMW vehicles are lemons..
European vehicles in general seem not to be as reliable in the long run as some of their counterparts - just an option but it has some merit - through the years I have personally witnessed this to be rather factual.
Good luck!
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