2001 BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series 2001

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2001 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (52%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

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2001 BMW 5-Series brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (25%)

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2001 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon

282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

116000 mi

US $650
Replaced front brake calipers. 

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2001 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon

184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

111000 mi abs module also includes traction control works until temp reaches normal operating temp then lights come on and the system doesn't work price of fi x 399.00 - 1300.00 

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2001 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon

191580 mi

€300
rusted brake lines needed replacement, common problem with e39 touring, rear brakes only. 

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2001 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

394-horsepower 4.9L V8 6-speed manual RWD

88000 mi

US $400
Brake booster replaced. Brake booster was flooded with water during a rain storm. Drainage hole was blocked with debris and dried leaves. 

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2001 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

124000 mi

US $96
ABS/DSC module failed. A rebuilding company fixed the problem and provided a lifetime warranty on the repair. 
99000 mi

US $320
ABS module failure. Module sent for re-build. 
148000 mi

US $200
Replaced front driver side wheel speed sensor 

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2001 BMW 5-Series 4-door

6-cylinder manual 2WD

121000 mi

US $1650
ABS controller needed to be replaced. 

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2001 BMW 5-Series Brake Problems

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