CarRecallWatchThe 2000 BMW 3 Series has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 88 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (36 reports).
2000 BMW 3 Series recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode or Underinflate
The driver-side airbag inflator in these BMW 3 Series vehicles, made by Takata, may absorb moisture over time.
Most common 2000 BMW 3 Series problems
Problem areas named in the 88 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 36 |
| Structure | 30 |
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
What owners report
REAR LIGHTS . CLIP CONTACTS MELTING GROUND WIRE . PURCHASED LIGHTS AND CLIPS 3 TIMES AND MELTED AGAIN. LIGHTS INOPERABLE AFTER 2 WEEKS OF LIFE HARNESS MELTED . RECEIVED MULTIPLE WARNINGS AND A TICKET I NOW HAVE TO PROVE REPAIR . RECALL FOUND FOR EVERY OTHER MODEL EXCEPT THE 323I 2000 . NOT SAFE TO HAVE NO TAIL LIGHTS AVAILABLE . CAN'T DRIVE CAR IN UNSAFE CONDITIONS. CAN'T SELL CAR IN UNSAFE CONDITION
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WITH A TAKATA RECALL NOTICE. MY 2000 323I HAS A AIRBAG SEATBELT WARNING LIGHT THAT WILL NOT GO AWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGE FROM THE REAR END PASSENGER SIDE. REPAIR WORK WAS DONE TO CORRECT THE DAMAGES.
TAKATA RECALL!! I WAS DRIVING 35 MPH ON A REGULAR STREET I ALWAYS DRIVE ON AND MID DRIVE BOTH PASSANGER AND DRIVER AIR BAGS DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON!!!! CAUSING VERY SERIOUS INJURIES!! ALSO CAUSING MORE DAMAGE TO MY CAR!!!!
THE BRAKE LIGHTS AND TURN SIGNALS DON'T WORK... THE TRANSMISSION- REVERSE HAS GONE OUT... AND THE RADIATOR HAS A SERIOUS LEAK... MAKES THE CAR RUN HOT!
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 BMW 3 SERIES. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V428000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2000 BMW 3 Series questions
Does the 2000 BMW 3 Series have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2000 BMW 3 Series: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode or Underinflate. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW 3 Series?
Based on 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (36), Structure (30), Air Bags (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 BMW 3 Series has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.