- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2000 BMW M5 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2000 BMW M5 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in January 2001 for the sidewall.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical M5 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2000 BMW M5 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.
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No complaints about the 2000 BMW M5 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
BMW M5: every year compared
All M5 years2000 BMW M5 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 BMW M5 | 0 | 2 | C | |
| 2000 BMW 323I | 401 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2000 BMW 328I | 112 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2000 BMW 3 Series | 88 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2000 BMW 328IC | 34 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2000 BMW 323CI | 31 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2000 BMW 328CI | 15 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2000 BMW 325CI | 6 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2 | 2 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2000 BMW M5
Does the 2000 BMW M5 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 BMW M5: sidewall (January 2001); switch (February 2000). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2000 BMW M5 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2000 BMW M5 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical BMW M5 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW M5 years have the most complaints?
2002 (19), 2003 (18). See every BMW M5 year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 BMW M5 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data