Bmw M5 2000
Model M5 made in 2000 by Bmw got 4 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, service brakes, hydraulic and suspension. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting and suspension. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, tires. The car has one 4,9, guzzler engine.
Model 2000
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4,9, Guzzler | 8 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 13/21/16 | 14,95/26,33/18,56 | Premium | 1266 | COMPACT CARS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 00V048000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 09/11/1999 to 10/28/1999 | V (Vehicle) | 17700 | 05/15/2000 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 02/17/2000 | 02/28/2000 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. this switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the brake lamps off position or in the brake lamps on position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began may 15, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| TIRES - SIDEWALL | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V001000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 06/05/2000 to 10/09/2000 | V (Vehicle) | 3167 | 03/10/2001 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 01/04/2001 | 01/05/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires. (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the m5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models). the machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the sidewall of one or more tires. the damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced. owner notification began march 10, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 110106 | 03/01/2006 | 110006 | 10019897 | S85 engine oil level and oil service information. *ak | 05/09/2006 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SIB-33-01-02 | 07/01/2011 | 10040853 | Ready | 09/13/2011 | |
| SIB-33-01-02 | 07/01/2011 | 10040853 | Bmw: a grinding noise is coming from the differential during slow cornering. when turning a slip/stick effect is created on the lining and steel discs incorporated in the differential clutch causes a grinding noise. *rm | 09/13/2011 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| 360100 | 05/01/2000 | 360399 | 613551 | Information regarding replacement tires. **mr | 07/21/2000 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 03/24/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| While traveling passenger side and driver side air bag deployed without any indication or collision, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 01/11/2004 | 45000 | 2 | 04/01/2001 |
| Possible brake and / or dynamic stability control failure resulted in impact with utility pole with rupture of fuel tank and resultant fire and fatality. *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) | |||
| 01/11/2004 | 45000 | 2 | 04/01/2001 |
| Possible brake and / or dynamic stability control failure resulted in impact with utility pole with rupture of fuel tank and resultant fire and fatality. *jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ | MORRISTOWN | 07960 | MORRISTOWN BMW | 973-455-0700 |