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Hi folks

I purchased a 2025 BMW 220i with around 17k. Car was pulling slightly so had 4 wheel alignment carried out and in spec. While up on ramp it was noted that upper control arms on both sides front could move slightly back.and forth. Albeit minimal but can still move. Is this normal or do I have issues with ball joints or bushes or need new arms under 60 day warranty. Must say car is still pulling and there are no unusual noises

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Morning Gary

Welcome to the Forum

At 17k I would suspect that the Bushes are OK but check that the Upper Control Arms are torqued correctly 

The supplying garage should take care of that with no argument even if it means new upper arms, as these are faults that were are present at sale. Even if it is outside their 60day warranty the sale of goods act is on your side as clearly the car in its current condition isn't suitable for purpose

Push Good Luck

Dave

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10 hours ago, Greydog said:

Morning Gary

Welcome to the Forum

At 17k I would suspect that the Bushes are OK but check that the Upper Control Arms are torqued correctly 

The supplying garage should take care of that with no argument even if it means new upper arms, as these are faults that were are present at sale. Even if it is outside their 60day warranty the sale of goods act is on your side as clearly the car in its current condition isn't suitable for purpose

Push Good Luck

Dave

Thanks so much Dave

 I have car booked in tomorrow with BMW so will feedback what they say.

Many thanks

 

Gary

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Hi Dave 

 

Back from BMW today who checked car over and said everything is in spec and correct. They are saying control.arm is supposed to move and also near bushes as there spring loaded. Find this strange? I literally move the arms back and forth with ease.

Stick what to do or where to go now?

Had a suspension  check at weekend albeit from Halfords and they pointed the arms out as needing replaced. Car still under warranty so guessing if I was paying they would be saying needs changed.

Gary 

 

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