Brakes grind, pulse or wear early

What got replaced

Few of these reports name the part that was replaced.

Recalls and investigations

No recall on the brakes covers the 2017 model year as of Sep 9, 2026.

What owners paid

8 of the 25 reports quote a price. Each dot is one quote. The middle half runs $2,600 to $3,500.

When it happens

Too few of these reports state a mileage to give a range.

What owners wrote

“Error code states please engage parking brake while car is in park to avoid rolling. Apparently this is a common problem with a faulty spring in the shift gear. BMW should do a recall as this is a very expensive repair and a common issue and is a safety problem.”

Filed Jan 17, 2023

“Warning message on dash saying 'Secure Vehicle Against Rolling' when ignition is turned off, and immediately on entering vehicle. The dealer states that the shift lock solenoid needs replacing, and is a common issue that can make it impossible to shift gears If the vehicle rolls while in park, this could be a saftey risk for anyone nearby. Confirmed by dealer. Not looked at by anyone else. Warning as described above”

Filed Oct 18, 2022

“Warning “Secure Vehicle against Rolling” light is on. Sound like a lot of BMW are having this issue”

Filed Oct 12, 2022

“As car is placed in park, and even after the parking brake is applied a message on the dash board and alert pops up saying "Secure Vehicle from Rolling" even though I am on a very flat street. Under details it states "Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped. Consult service center." The parking brake is engaged!”

Filed Aug 20, 2022