CarRecallWatchThe 2000 BMW 540IT has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).
1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2000 BMW 540IT recalls
Most common 2000 BMW 540IT problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
BOTH REAR SEAT BELTS HAVE FAILED. THE MECHANISMS HAS NOT ALLOWED THEM TO MOVE IN OR OUT, EFFECTIVELY MAKING THEM USELESS. THE FIRST WAS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT NO PARTS WERE IN STOCK AND WE DID NOT LEAVE THE CAR. ABOUT A MONTH LATER, THE OTHER SIDE BROKE. WE HAD NOT BEEN USING THE CAR AND FINALLY TOOK IT IN AND HAD TO LEAVE IT FOR TWO WEEKS TO GET PARTS AND HAVE THE SEAT BELTS REPLACED AT A COST > $500. *NM
WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH VEHICLE VIBRATED FROM IN THE REAR. CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT REAR DRIVELINE FAILED. *AK
2000 BMW 540IT questions
Does the 2000 BMW 540IT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2000 BMW 540IT: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW 540IT?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Seat Belts (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 BMW 540IT 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.