CarRecallWatchThe 2000 BMW 323i has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 401 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 2 fires, 19 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (236 reports).
2000 BMW 323i 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.
Passenger airbag may explode and send metal shrapnel into occupants
The passenger-side front airbag inflator in these BMW vehicles can degrade over time, especially after long exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature changes.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Underinflate
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator may absorb moisture over time.
Driver airbag may rupture or underinflate in a crash
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator on these vehicles may have been replaced with a unit that absorbs moisture.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger side frontal airbag may build up excessive internal pressure when it deploys, which could cause the inflator to rupture.
Most common 2000 BMW 323i problems
Problem areas named in the 401 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 236 |
| Air Bags | 77 |
| Structure | 27 |
| Visibility | 17 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Suspension | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
| Tires | 7 |
What owners report
I was driving normally, and made a right hand turn onto a street when the driver door airbag and driver curtain airbag deployed suddenly. The engine shut off and the hazards turned on automatically, and I pulled off the road to a safe location. I was able to restart the engine to bring the vehicle onto the tow truck. As far as I am aware there was no impact, and the outside of the car is not damaged. I am able to see some other NHTSA reports of this random deployment happening with other 3 series models, specifically 2000 model year vehicles like mine. I am unsure of what caused this, I can only assume a faulty sensor is the cause.
The contact owns a 2000 BMW 323i. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the passengerâs side air bag deployed but did not inflate. There was no crash to cause the air bag to deploy. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was notified of several recalls regarding the driverâs side air bags however, there was no recall on the passengerâs side air bags. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V853000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.
The contact owns a 2000 BMW 323I. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, an abnormal rattling noise would emit from the rear end of the vehicle without warning. Upon inspection, the contact discovered part of the rear driverâs side subframe had detached from the undercarriage of the vehicle. The contact called the dealer about the failure and they offered no assistance. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was 205,721
The contact owns a 2000 BMW 323I. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V401000 (Air Bags) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2000 BMW 323i. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign numbers: 20V018000 (Air Bags) and 19V853000 (Air Bags) however, the dealer informed him that the parts for the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue but provide no assistance. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2000 BMW 323i questions
Does the 2000 BMW 323i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2000 BMW 323i: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode or Underinflate; Passenger airbag may explode and send metal shrapnel into occupants; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Underinflate; Driver airbag may rupture or underinflate in a crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW 323i?
Based on 401 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (236), Air Bags (77), Structure (27).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 BMW 323i 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.