Yes i had this problem with my secondhand bmw 523i too from ppsl.
How to fix bmw interior door handle.
With the handle removed its a good time to apply some leather cleaner optional.
Once all of the plastic weld is removed gently pull out the handle grab a rather messy task.
Stitch the leather cover edges start sewing the cover edges you can stitch by every stitch eye or by every second stitch eye.
In autorounders we have fixed this issue in many cars.
Its not a very simple job to fix it but it can be done.
How to replace sticky inner door pull handles 2012 bmw 328i link to handle replacement on amazon by jaronx.
Don t think the material used can handle the heat in singapore.
Installing bmw 3 series e90 e91 e92 m3 passenger door handle cover leather cove.
Only changed the ones in front even though the rear door handles are also a bit sticky.
If you go to dealership they will ask you to replace the handle or the entire door.
Install the cover on the interior door handle make sure that the edges allign with the door handle edges.
So we thought of writing a blog on this and sharing the pics of recent job done on a bmw x3.
Had to spend a few hundred dollars to replace them.
Install the new handle grabs using the supplied screws and washers.
Reinstall the door pad and clip the outer handle cover in place.
Repair sticky bmw inner door handle using leather cover easy diy solution.