2000 BMW 5 SERIES — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES
The 2000 BMW 5 SERIES has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bagsfrontal (1 complaint), Air Bagssidewindow (1 complaint), and Power Trainautomatic Transmission (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES, potentially affecting up to 1,199 vehicles.
Recall 19E058000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
| 614 vehicles affected
Defect: ZF Group North America Operations (ZF) is recalling certain Lemförder Steering Center Rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 BMW 5-Series (E39) vehicles. The steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.
Consequence: If the steering rod detaches from the steerable wheel knuckle, it can cause sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: ZF has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. ZF will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began August 28, 2019.
View full details →Recall 12E029000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
| 585 vehicles affected
Defect: This recall involves aftermarket parts sold by Valeo. Valeo is recalling certain engine cooling fans, part numbers 696121, 696273, and 696275, used as service replacement parts for model year 2008-2011 BMW 1-Series, 2006-2011 BMW 3-Series, 2000-2009 BMW 5-Series, 2004-2005 BMW 6-Series, and 2006-2007 BMW 7-Series vehicles. A metal-oxide semiconductor may overheat due to insufficient screwing of the semiconductor on the...
Consequence: This condition could cause the fan motor to become inoperative, or cause the motor circuit board in the assembly to overheat, potentially leading to a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy: Valeo will notify owners and replace the fans free of charge. The safety recall began on August 22, 2012. This recall is being conducted by Valeo, not by BMW. For further information, owners may contact Valeo at 1-888-718-2536.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bagsfrontal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bagssidewindow | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED AND THE VEHICLE NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. THE CONSUMER FOUND THE RECALL FOR THE 1999 NHTSA RECALL 99V005000. *JB
WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH ALL OF AIRBAGS IN VEHICLE DEPLOYED EXCEPT STEERING WHEEL. CONSUMER FELT AIRBAGS SHOULD NOT HAVE DEPLOYED WITHOUT HITTING ANYTHING. *AK
WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH ALL OF AIRBAGS IN VEHICLE DEPLOYED EXCEPT STEERING WHEEL. CONSUMER FELT AIRBAGS SHOULD NOT HAVE DEPLOYED WITHOUT HITTING ANYTHING. *AK
Safety Rating for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B067124 — ENGINE
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SIB-11-08-03 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW: SIX DIFFERENT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE M54 ENGINE COULD HAVE VALVE COVERS BREAK IN COLD WEATHER AND RUIN THE ENGINE. THIS IS DUE TO MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. *RM
SI-B12-02-09 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
BMW: SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP OR THE CHECK GAS CAP WARNINGS ARE ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING. WHEN DIAGNOSED, THE DME HAS STORED FAULTS FOR SMALL LEAK, MICRO LEAK, SUPER FINE LEAK, OR LARGE LEAK IN RELATION TO THE TANK VENTILATION OR EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM *PE UPDATED 10/27/09. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 BMW 5 SERIES
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 5 SERIES
- 1995 BMW 5 SERIES — 6 complaints
- 1996 BMW 5 SERIES — 0 complaints
- 1997 BMW 5 SERIES — 1 complaint
- 1998 BMW 5 SERIES — 0 complaints
- 1999 BMW 5 SERIES — 2 complaints
- 2000 BMW 5 SERIES (current)
- 2001 BMW 5 SERIES — 4 complaints
- 2002 BMW 5 SERIES — 10 complaints
- 2003 BMW 5 SERIES — 19 complaints
- 2004 BMW 5 SERIES — 89 complaints
- 2005 BMW 5 SERIES — 26 complaints