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2000 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (47%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (9%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (3%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 135 repairs.
2000 BMW 5-Series electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (22%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (11%)
Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 127000 mi US $600 |
Alternator failed. |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| 93000 mi US $300 |
Replaced front pass window regulator |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 260000 mi US $100 |
Replaced ballast |
| 204600 mi €1270 |
passenger cabin ventilator |
| 154000 mi | Battery replaced, car has a battery drain. In cold weather, it will not start after sitting overnight. |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
394-horsepower 4.9L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| 105000 mi US $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. |
| 148000 mi US $1200 |
This model has self-leveling headlights (installed by previous owner) and I had to have BMW reset these so that they did not level to a position that would blind oncoming drivers. It's not a difficult job but requires shop equipment to do properly on this vehicle. |
| 85000 mi US $70 |
Replaced blower resistor after blower stopped functioning. Blower now functions perfectly. |
| 97200 mi US $125 |
Starter |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| 117000 mi | Starter motor failed, and car would not start. Was able to obtain help with push starting. Sold car without repairing issue. |
| 145000 mi US $400 |
Heater control valve was stuck open, the auxiliary pump/heater control valve system was replaced. It was quite easy with smaller hands. |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 95000 mi US $2200 |
Replaced alternator, outside temperature sensor. |
| 259000 mi US $550 |
Passenger Window Regulator replaced. Right rear door seal replaced. |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 90520 mi $265 |
Alternator failed. Could not be rebuilt. Bought a new one. |
| 92380 mi $100 |
Had to replace the rear window lift, passenger side and the lock actuator, same side and door. |
2000 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
193-horsepower 2.8L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| 91000 mi US $900 |
Auxillary fan found not to be working. Whole assembly replaced. |
| 109000 mi US $400 |
Washer jets not spraying the windshield. Turned out to need a new pump. |
| 121800 mi US $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. |
| 255000 mi US $525 |
voltage regulator failed; requires replacement of alternator |
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