2000 BMW 5-Series Problems and Repair Histories
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BMW 5-Series Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2000 | BMW 5-Series | 25 5-Series, 9.2 months of data per 5-Series, average 129600 miles 78 |
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2000 BMW 5-Series
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| BMW 5-Series in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 137000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 137000 | 300 | Vibration at speeds over 70 mph |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 164000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 166000 | 20 | Misfire. Injector connector loose. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 79000 | 670 | Front control arms, ball joints, bushings Ignition switch |
| Apr | 2011 | 88000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 165000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 166000 | 0 | code was on, had 2 bad coils |
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 160000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 160000 | 300 | Rear airbags started to leak - needed to replace |
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 94000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 107000 | 300 | seat belt broken |
| BMW 5-Series in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 145000 | 335 | Idler pulley tensioner broke causing serpentine belt to snap resulting in loss of power steering, alternator and a/c. |
| Dec | 2012 | 147000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 80000 | 500 | Rear suspension airbags. |
| Mar | 2012 | 93000 | 300 | Replaced front pass window regulator |
| Jul | 2012 | 94000 | 500 | Radiator replacement. Small crack around the top, but no leak yet. |
| BMW 5-Series in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 163000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 163500 | 1850 | Replace fan clutch Replace vanos oil pressure hose Replace both front strut assemblies; Remove upper thrust arms and press in new bushings; Replace left rear sway bar link. |
| Oct | 2012 | 170000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 62000 | 104 | Replaced Exhaust Cam Sensor. Repl Pass Seat Belt, BMW Insp I, II & Flush: Coolant, Transmission Fluid/Filter, Brake Fluid. Plugs, Engine Air & Cabin Filters, Oil & Filter. 4 New Continental DWS Tires, New BMW Rubber Mats, New Emergncy Reflctr, Glovebox Flashlt, Manual |
| Nov | 2011 | 66500 | 91 | Car began heating in stop & go traffic. Replaced fan clutch. Also replaced upper tensioner, upper idler pulley and both serpentine belts as they showed wear & bearings were making slight noise when spun. |
| Sep | 2012 | 70000 | 0 | 8/6 to 9-26-2012, Coolant Flush, Then: 1.Radiator hose blew, repaired. 2.Plastic Bleeder Screw broke, replaced. 3. Battery failed, replaced. 4. Coolant drip appeared, pressure test located. 5. Traded the BMW for 2003 SAAB Aero Wagon 9/26. |
| BMW 5-Series in Estonia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 204600 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 204600 | 1270 | turbo charge unit (renovated 570€) fuel filter passenger cabin ventilator |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
394-horsepower 4.9L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 88000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 90000 | 60 | rubber breather tubes replaced |
| Jan | 2012 | 90000 | 1000 | cam position sensor needed replacement |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 101000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 110000 | 720 | Replaced guibo/flex disk. Replaced fan clutch. These usually fail about this time, so replaced it as a preventive measure. |
| Apr | 2011 | 119300 | 2700 | EVAP Purge valve defective. This is apart of the emissions system that allows the car to purge gas into a charcoal canister. This does not play a role in the car's performance/drive-ability. |
| Apr | 2012 | 138000 | 120 | Broken Shift lever joint. Car functioned normally and was driveable, but shifter could pull out easily like a dislocated joint. |
| Sep | 2012 | 142000 | 1500 | DSC pump short. DSC module repair |
| Mar | 2013 | 154000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 105000 | 2000 | There were two gripes repaired during this trip. The first was a dead regulator (power window motor) on the back seat passenger door ($800), and the other was dying (many dead pixels) driver info display in the dash. |
| Dec | 2011 | 110000 | 110 | Rear anti-sway bar bracket replacement (OEM units cracked) |
| Mar | 2013 | 111000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 85000 | 210 | Exhaust sensor bank 2. Replaced sensor. Cleared Service Engine Soon light with code reader. Replaced blower resistor after blower stopped functioning. Blower now functions perfectly. |
| Jan | 2013 | 96300 | 130 | Exhaust camshaft position sensor, driver's side. |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Vermont, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 172000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 176000 | 325 | ABS Control Module needed replacement 650.00 |
| Jul | 2012 | 92000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 101000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 102000 | 1000 | "cooling system overhaul" Radiator, fan, clutch, all related hoses, expansion tank, t-stat, water pump and pulley. also replaced belts and belt tensioner. |
| Jul | 2012 | 145000 | 400 | Heater control valve was stuck open, the auxiliary pump/heater control valve system was replaced. It was quite easy with smaller hands. |
| BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 61000 | 0 | Radiator tank cracked |
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 97000 | 2060 | Failed water pump while driving - resulted in loss of all drive belts and driven accessories (power steering, etc.). Replaced leaking valley pan gasket during repair. Replaced valve cover gaskets. Leaking gaskets resulting in burning oil smell, smoke on startup, and failing ignition coils. Replaced thrust arms in attempt to fix creaking while rolling (unsuccessful). However, replacement did eliminate the "55 mph shimmy" the car experienced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 138000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 143000 | 130 | sway bar link replaced |
| Nov | 2011 | 149000 | 720 | Steering angle sensor replaced Water pump bearings leaking, installed new |
| Dec | 2011 | 153000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 159000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 169000 | 170 | Replaced Radiator (2nd one since purchasing) |
| Jan | 2012 | 171000 | 100 | Replaced Failed Coil. Replaced Spark Plugs. Replaced Spark Plug Connectors. |
| Jul | 2012 | 182000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 104000 | 1300 | Entire cooling system replaced - radiator cracked, water pump leaking, and hoses leaking. Decided to replace all faulty components during this repair. Water pump had been noted leaking for nearly 30,000 miles before failure. |
| Apr | 2011 | 111000 | 750 | New brakes, rotors, and wear sensors replaced all around. Replaced front control arm bushings preventively. |
| May | 2011 | 112000 | 0 | Coolant overflow tank cracked. Repaired under warranty from shop. |
| Nov | 2011 | 117000 | 0 | Starter motor failed, and car would not start. Was able to obtain help with push starting. Sold car without repairing issue. |
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 91140 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 91760 | 1200 | Steering wheel was vibrating after applying brakes. I was told the vehicle needed new set of front control arm bushings. Mechanic discovered that the driver side front brake caliper was stuck and pads were rubbing on the rotor. The front driver side brake caliper and both front pads were replaced. The steering wheel would vibrate as if the wheels were out of balance at speeds between 40-50 miles. Mechanic identified the problem as the lower controller arm bushings, the parts were ordered and replaced. Problem no longer exists. |
| Mar | 2013 | 116560 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 133000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 134000 | 0 | The cooling system was replaced which included the hoses, clamps, and radiator. TSB. This is very common with this 5 series. Valve cover gaskets replaced. Airmass flow indicator was replaced. All items in this series were replaced prior to owner taking possession of new (to me) vehicle. |
| Mar | 2011 | 135000 | 0 | Head gasket bolt had come loose and was causing a small leak and an oil smell under hard driving. Re-tightened. Appears fine. |
| Aug | 2011 | 138000 | 0 | Slight oil leak under engine - looks to be a oil pan gasket. Decided to live with it for the time being. Low volume leak. |
| Oct | 2011 | 138000 | 0 | Sold with slight oil leak under engine. |
| BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 105000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 107000 | 1800 | Leak in power steering hoses. Also had a flat tire. We needed to replace tires anyway. |
| Mar | 2011 | 127000 | 2500 | Coolant galley leaking. Fuel injection system had to have service. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 88000 | 0 | Front wheel bearings changed out |
| Sep | 2011 | 95000 | 2200 | Replaced alternator, outside temperature sensor. Suspension bushings. Also installed new interior fender well panels. |
| Sep | 2012 | 103000 | 570 | Car went in for coolant leak and new water pump. After work was completed and started for test a drive it was misfiring and running rough. The tech pulled all the spark plugs and found coolant in one cylinder.A camera showed a cracked wall!! |
| Apr | 2013 | 103000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 113000 | 500 | Rear brake pads |
| Jun | 2010 | 114000 | 100 | Fluid leak - minor |
| May | 2011 | 116000 | 0 | Slight transmission leak when sold. |
| BMW 5-Series in Aguascalientes, Mexico | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 64480 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 64480 | 400 | Blown radiator bleed screw. This is a common E39 problem. The screw is hollow plastic and the center will blow out. Also service. |
| Sep | 2009 | 64480 | 250 | leaking brake hose |
| Nov | 2009 | 64480 | 500 | Blown radiator; weakened earlier. |
| Dec | 2009 | 64480 | 700 | Complete brake job: Fluid, pads, discs |
| Mar | 2011 | 73780 | 1500 | Mass airflow sensor failed. Replaced. Also 2 power steering pump hoses, oil and filter change, coolant change. |
| Aug | 2012 | 78400 | 0 | Broken steel brake line. Replace section to caliper. Air vent screw in cooling system split. |
| Jan | 2013 | 79980 | 120 | Replace left front wheel speed sensor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 80600 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 130000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 131000 | 1525 | A engine pulley locked up, broke main belt and caused the Radiator to overheat and crack. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 240000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 248000 | 50 | replaced valve cover gasket |
| Mar | 2013 | 255000 | 525 | voltage regulator failed; requires replacement of alternator |
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 113000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 122700 | 212 | Freon low in the AC system, going to check back in next week to see if there are any leaks in the system. Filters were changed and system was recharged. |
| Mar | 2013 | 137000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 91000 | 900 | Auxillary fan found not to be working. Whole assembly replaced. One of the pulley bearings was making a screeching noise at start-up and occasionally. Replaced. |
| Sep | 2012 | 94000 | 650 | Front thrust arm (upper control arm) and sway bar link end bushings worn. All four bushings were replaced along with the bars. Power steering hose leaking. Replaced, fluid flushed. |
| Jan | 2013 | 98000 | 250 | Slow leak in valve cover gasket resolved. It wasn't even causing a drop but it was there and this allowed a peak into the engine (looks clean!). Also had spark plugs and oil change done while at it (that cost is not included in above). |
| Mar | 2013 | 101000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 133000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 145000 | 50 | LH Lower ball joint worn. This happens about every 50000 miles and causes a severe brake shimmy. The ball joints need frequent replacement on this vehicle. |
| Jan | 2012 | 146300 | 45 | Replaced left rear lower ball joint due to wear. Replaced right rear wheel speed sensor. Was corroded and non functional. |
| Jul | 2012 | 147700 | 30 | Stabilizer bar end link pounded out and rattling. Replaced link and it is like new. |
| Mar | 2013 | 150000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 70000 | 800 | replaced water pump/pulley/ac pulley/all fan belts/oil&filter |
| Dec | 2012 | 85000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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