Dreaded Door Actuator Fail! F30

Lesplay · 03-04-2023, 10:47 AM

My door lock actuator on the passenger side has not worked since I bought the car used. I know it's the actuator because it will open manually from the outside and inside, as well as manually lock and unlock but will not lock and unlock electronically.

Can anyone recommend a good brand that has worked well for them. Pricing seems to be all over the place from $295.00 from the dealer, down to $49 on amazon. Any help?

Thinking of going with the Dorman for $159. Also, FPC has Genuine BMW for $169. But if the original failed, do I really want to go with OEM again??

Thanks

F32Fleet · 03-04-2023, 03:28 PM

I would go Genuine BMW at that price.

03-04-2023, 10:47 AM	#1
Lesplay Enlisted Member 5 Rep 33 Posts Drives: BMW F30 335i xdrive sedan Join Date: May 2022 Location: Tennessee iTrader: (0)	Dreaded Door Actuator Fail! F30 My door lock actuator on the passenger side has not worked since I bought the car used. I know it's the actuator because it will open manually from the outside and inside, as well as manually lock and unlock but will not lock and unlock electronically. Can anyone recommend a good brand that has worked well for them. Pricing seems to be all over the place from $295.00 from the dealer, down to $49 on amazon. Any help? Thinking of going with the Dorman for $159. Also, FPC has Genuine BMW for $169. But if the original failed, do I really want to go with OEM again?? Thanks Last edited by Lesplay; 03-04-2023 at 10:53 AM..
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F32Fleet Lieutenant General 3637 Rep 10,394 Posts Drives: 2015 435i Join Date: May 2005 Location: Southeastern US iTrader: (0)	I would go Genuine BMW at that price. __________________ "Drive more, worry less. " 435i, MPPK, MPE, M-Sport Line
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