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2002 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (44%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 308 repairs.
2002 BMW 5-Series repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (16%)
$500 - $999 (26%)
$100 - $499 (34%)
< $100 (20%)
Chart based on 245 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 BMW 5-Series
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| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 2010104000 miUS $225 | Leak around radiator fitting. Was told that this is a common problem with the car. The replacement fitting was off of a Mercedes Benz since BMW does not make it. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
290-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2012 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Nov 2012104000 miUS $300 | replaced both front control arms replaced front sway bar bushings | ||
| Nov 2013110000 miUS $200 | replaced rear right air bag | ||
| Jan 2015120000 miUS $300 | replaced rear hatch structs replaced rear window structs | ||
| Jul 2015125800 miUS $400 | replaced alternator | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Sep 2015 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Sep 2015123000 miUS $90 | Vibration in the steering wheel while braking. The inner tie rod had developed play and required replacement. | ||
| Feb 2016132000 miUS $200 | Check engine light for one bank too lean. Replaced oxygen sensor. Replaced mass air meter. | ||
| Mar 2016135000 miUS $200 | right rear window stuck in the down position. I replaced the window regulator. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States May 2013 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Jun 2014109000 miUS $450 | I had one cylinder replaced | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 201056000 miUS $75 | Purchased final stage unit (blower motor resistor) to replace existing unit. Haven't had time to install the part yet. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 2015112000 mi | overflow tank, radiator level sending unit, power steering suction and return lines, oil level sending unit, anti-freeze, oil filter housing gasket, PS fluid, valve cover gasket. | ||
| Oct 2015123700 mi | clutch assembly | ||
| Feb 2016127900 mi | windshield wiper motor. Aftermarket motor initially installed but it didn't park the wipers properly. Ended-up buying an OEM motor which was installed and fixed the problem. | ||
| Jun 2018171000 miUS $600 | oil pan gasket | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
394-horsepower 4.9L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 201072000 miUS $90 | Replaced FSU, A/C is now working to spec. | ||
| Aug 201389000 miUS $800 | replaced clutch | ||
| Mar 201493000 miUS $700 | Water pump froze & broke accessory belt | ||
| May 201493900 miUS $1540 | Left Wheel bearing, front drag link. Had 4 tires mounted and balanced | ||
| Aug 201496100 miUS $700 | Car battery was not charging; replaced alternator | ||
| Nov 2015106000 miUS $1450 | Replaced drive shaft | ||
| Jun 2016109000 miUS $1200 | Replaced main radiator hose, power steering pump and hoses and radiator cap | ||
| Jan 201795300 miUS $1250 | Replaced brake pads, rotors front & rear; shocks front & rear | ||
| Mar 2017111000 miUS $120 | radiator overflow unit replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Jun 2014 - May 2020 | |||
| Aug 201462500 miUS $2200 | Bushings were original and worn out -- shop recommended replacement. Exhaust mounts were loose and rattling. | ||
| Nov 201465000 miUS $50 | Replaced the windshield weatherstripping. Original rubber had cracked and basically disintegrated. | ||
| Feb 201565000 miUS $1850 | Cracked windshield washer filler hose and malfunctioning washer jet. | ||
| Jun 201567000 miUS $1200 | Brake booster flooded with water due to clogged drain and needed replacement. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Aug 2013 - Apr 2015 | |||
| Oct 2013119000 miUS $300 | Clutch was burnt when I bought the car, needed replacement. Also replaced flywheel, rear main seal, and other gaskets for preventative maint. Bank 2 post-cat O2 sensor was bad, causing SES light. Replaced all 4 O2 sensors since they were due. | ||
| Jan 2014120800 miUS $500 | Throttle Position Sensor went bad, causing vehicle to enter "fail safe mode" with max limit of 35mph and 2500 rpm. | ||
| Oct 2014121000 miUS $150 | E-box fan and aux pusher fan replaced. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2011 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Dec 201170000 miUS $2500 | Inspection II | ||
| Oct 201275200 miUS $600 | Replace thrust arms | ||
| Apr 201377000 miUS $215 | I replaced the battery. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Oct 2011 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Jun 201338000 miUS $380 | replace trip computer display due to lost pixels | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2013 | |||
| May 201141000 miUS $610 | Replace leaky front strut, $500 Repair leaky rear view mirror, $110. | ||
| Jan 2012US $300 | Replaced thermostat. Thermostat was running cold. It's a 79 degree thermostat. Dash readout showed it running 76-77 on cold nights at speed. Also had soot on the rear bumper, sign of running rich. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jun 2009 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Apr 201170500 miUS $837 | The built in CD based navigation failed about 6 months ago, finally decided to get it fixed. The nav cd player appeared unable to read any cd. Combined it with BWM inspection 2 so some wear/minor items also replaced. | ||
| Oct 201177000 miUS $94 | Muffled rattle developed under car. Turned out to be a sagging exhaust bushing, that allowed the exhaust to bang on a chassis cross member. Mechanic fixed it by just adding some washers to the bushing mount. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Jul 201373700 miUS $240 | Mass airflow sensor was defective-- replaced | ||
| Jun 201487000 miUS $1200 | Air conditioner blower stopped working. Plenty of advance notice, as it had been intermittently squeaking. Repair included 9 hours of labor, as entire dash had to be removed for access Center HVAC vent was cracked- replaced | ||
| Nov 2021154000 miUS $1020 | Replaced squeaking center support bearing | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Aug 2016 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Jan 2017US $75 | Dash cluster had lights out in information board. Required a replacement of the silver ribbon cable. | ||
| Apr 2017121185 mi | Found a broken tab on the instrument cluster surround, decided to replace. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Dec 2017 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Jul 2018124000 miUS $1000 | AC compressor, high pressure hose. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
290-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2013 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Feb 201391000 miUS $600 | Replaced both front control arms on both sides of the car, also replaced front wheel bearings. | ||
| Mar 201395000 miUS $300 | Replaced leaking valve cover gaskets, cleaned and repainted valve covers | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States May 2011 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 2011124000 miUS $1700 | Engine noise due to need for valve cover replacement. Was idling rough and blue smoke out exhaust due to vacuum leak | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Mar 2011 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Nov 2011110700 miUS $100 | Leaking valve cover gasket causing oil leakage into spark plug well. Occasional cylinder misfire as well as odor of burnt oil from oil seepage onto exhaust manifold. Possibly considered normal wear and tear item at this age. | ||
| Jun 2012116000 miUS $300 | front end vibration caused by bad ball joint on center track rod. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Oct 2011 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Nov 2011152000 miUS $1400 | replaced water pump and tensioner pully | ||
| Jan 2014US $235 | replace radiator and hoses and expansion tank | ||
| Mar 2014183000 miUS $800 | replace control arms and thrust arm bushings | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - May 2017 | |||
| Sep 2012104160 miC $300 | Replaced both tie roads and centre link | ||
| Jul 2014122740 miC $800 | Replaced front Struts and rear Shocks. | ||
| Dec 2014127720 miC $900 | Broken power steering pump bracket. Replaced power steering pump | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
290-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Apr 200947000 miUS $70 | final stage unit (FSU) was failing and was replaced. | ||
| May 200949000 miUS $110 | passenger low beam out- new bulb | ||
| Nov 201061000 miUS $560 | Radiator broken. Replaced with new radiator. | ||
| Oct 201379200 miUS $558 | Replace control arm bushings and sway bar links, front | ||
| Dec 201593000 mi | replace front struts | ||
| May 2018105000 miUS $600 | Broken radiator hose. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Sep 2010 - Apr 2015 | |||
| Oct 2010104000 miUS $200 | Cooling fan clutch went bad. This caused poor coolant circulation which ruined the coolant temperature sensor/ control valve. These were both replaced and the car ran fine. Notice small coolant leak over a few weeks. Valley pan gasket was the culprit. Leak too small to justify repair cost. Stick to BMW brand coolant and the leak can be lived with. | ||
| Jun 2011110000 miUS $565 | Battery light turned on, car died 20 minutes after. Determined that the alternator had gone bad. Purchased alternator from AutoZone and new battery as well (preventative/ most likely necessary as my battery was giving inconsistent voltage). | ||
| Dec 2011114000 mi | Radiator replaced. | ||
| Dec 2012121000 miUS $170 | I had to have an O2 sensor changed (bank one sensor one), $70. Autozone replacement radiator failed after one year. Installed new radiator under Autozone warranty but pressure checked before fitting it, $100. | ||
| Jan 2014129200 miUS $40 | Upper rad house failed. | ||
| Mar 2014129000 miUS $80 | Bolts/ nuts holding exhaust manifold to catalytic converter rusted off. | ||
| Jun 2014132000 miUS $500 | Power steering fluid pump and belt broke. Caused overheat. Spark plug came loose and fused to coil pack. Had to remove spark plug and coil then rethread insert into motor and place insert into new spot. New spark plug and coil pack placed into custom housing. | ||
| Dec 2014134000 miUS $300 | Power steeeing fluid pump came off hinge and belt slipped causing cooling system to fail. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Missouri, United States May 2012 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Dec 2012148000 miUS $300 | Right headlight was on fire. | ||
| Jan 2013148000 miUS $825 | Free up RR seatbelt. | ||
| Jan 2014155200 miUS $200 | A coil was replaced. M42, M50, M60 | ||
| Feb 2014156700 miUS $224 | replaced secondary air valve. | ||
| Jan 2015163000 mi | Car pulling hard to the right. Tire shop tried to fix but I need to take it to a mechanic to have the ?? (Can't remember name, starts with a C) fixed. | ||
| Apr 2015164200 miUS $959 | Car was pulling hard right. List of parts worked on: strut absorber, mount strut, broken bolt replaced. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jul 2012 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Sep 2012124000 miUS $634 | Valve Cover Gaskets leaking, oil separator valve leaking, oil filter mounts broken, oil pan leaking, power steering reservoir leaking, and other minor oil leaks. Sway bar bushings worn causing loud clunk, squeak while going over any bump or turning corners. Pixels in Radio Display (MID) not lighting up. MID unit sent in for ribbon cable replacement. Drivers and Passenger Seat Controls did not work. Seat control cables shortened over time causing cable ends to pull out of the seat control motors. Cables were removed and cable ends were shortened fixing the problem. Wind noise coming from upper dash and A-pillar area caused by missing jack pads behind front wheels. | ||
| Nov 2012124200 miUS $80 | Vanos Seals leaking oil and dripping onto ground. | ||
| Dec 2012125000 miUS $200 | Oil leaks from upper timing chain cover and broken air pump hose. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States Sep 2008 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Oct 200858000 miUS $1700 | Radiator went out, very costly on BMW's. | ||
| Nov 200858000 miUS $8 | Washer resorvoir was leaking. Went online to view "how to repair" and fixed hole successfully with epoxy. | ||
| Feb 200960000 miUS $800 | Repair shop put in new alternator. Few days later battery dead, took it back, shop said loose battery cable. Battery dead. Took car to BMW dealer, found bad fan motor plus bushings cost $800. Did I even need a new alternator? (see first repair) | ||
| Jun 201071000 miUS $130 | Expensive "xenon" headlight replaced. | ||
| Sep 201073000 miUS $80 | Shop added freon to repair problem. | ||
| Apr 201176000 miUS $430 | Blew hose, lost coolant, repair shop said I needed a fan clutch. I had them replace fan clutch. | ||
| Jun 201177000 miUS $430 | Cooling Fan Malfunctioned | ||
| Sep 201179000 miUS $1250 | Upper hose went, I had it fixed. | ||
| Oct 201179000 mi | Two weeks later the serpentine belt and tensioner went. I traded the piece of junk the same day! | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Sep 2009 - May 2011 | |||
| Jul 200998000 miUS $340 | Alternator | ||
| Oct 2010117000 miUS $50 | Final Stage Unit for the blower motor | ||
| Mar 2011122700 miUS $100 | Expansion tank cracked | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States May 2014 - Jun 2014 | |||
| May 2014130000 miUS $1700 | Replaced leaking radiator. A part called a guibo was replaced. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Malaysia Aug 2009 - Jan 2010 | |||
| Jan 2010$800 | Fixed the front suspension shocks and bushes. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 200991750 miUS $770 | both front ball joints @ struts. | ||
| Mar 201095200 mi | battery replaced due to continuing need to "jump" the car...baffled a very good mechanic!! Thankfully, battery itself was still under warranty. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jan 2022160000 miUS $800 | Replace rear brake lines Cracked coolant line - replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Mar 2016 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Jun 2016156000 miUS $2800 | Oil pan seal leak, valve cover seal leak Drivers seat power adjustment cables failed. Cables had to be replaced Shop broke vacuum line for secondary air injection system when replacing valve cover gasket. | ||
| Sep 2018188000 miUS $250 | 2 failed coil packs on cylinders 2 and 4 Final stage resistor failure and climate control computer failure resulting in continuous running of heater blower fans leading to complete battery discharge and battery failure. Failed windshield washer hose due to dry rotting. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2015 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Oct 2015126000 mi | External temperature sensor went bad. Was showing -40F as outside temp while it was +85F. The AC wouldn't turn on because of that. No immediate need to fix it since it's almost winter. | ||
| Jan 2016 | Bad steering angle sensor. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Oct 2011 - May 2013 | |||
| Nov 2011131700 miUS $700 | Replaced radiator expansion tank (again, second time in 3 years…lasted 39 months and 33k miles) and replaced both belts while in there. Was leaking a quart of coolant every day or two. | ||
| Jan 2013135200 miUS $1100 | oil filter housing gasket leaking; replaced replace power steering hose clamps, which were too loose and enabling leaking replace brake light switch wiring harness for driver seat motor came apart from the switch; replaced switch and related holder panel | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jul 2011 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Oct 201179000 miUS $551 | The passenger door lock actuator was not functioning and needed to be replaced. The mechanic removed the door panel and replaced the mechanism. $286.94 The oil filter housing needed to be resealed. The mechanic installed a new seal and lubricated the gasket. $263.64 | ||
| Dec 201289000 miUS $500 | New mass air flow meter was needed, as the old one caused a check engine light. | ||
| Jul 201397500 miUS $2500 | Torque converter failing, caused check engine light. Torque converter replaced. Windshield washer fluid pump failed. Pump replaced. | ||
| Oct 201399300 miUS $150 | Power steering pump failed, replaced | ||
| Dec 2013101000 miUS $1100 | Windshield washer fluid pump stopped working. Pump was replaced. Thermostat failed, check engine light illuminated, part replaced Brake caliper frozen, part replaced | ||
| Aug 2014113300 miUS $1000 | Alarm system sounded randomly | ||
| Jan 2015101000 mi | Vacuum leaks in a number of components | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2013 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Jun 201375000 mi | traction control inoperable; steering sensor reset and problem fixed Transmission went in to fail safe mode; car needed to be towed to dealer. Caused by loose battery ground which in turn sent "bad" signal to transmission computer. reset and ok. Coolant Leak. Dealer replaced water pump and miscellaneous gaskets, lines, tubes etc. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Dec 2012 - Jul 2014 | |||
| May 2013160000 miUS $800 | Alternator failed Replaced battery | ||
| Dec 2013168000 miUS $1000 | Rebuilt Transmission due to reverse drum cracking and the tranny failed to move when in Reverse | ||
| Jun 2014173000 miUS $200 | Idler pulley cracked, Serpentine belts snapped off and had to be replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Oct 2013 - Nov 2013 | |||
| Nov 2013141000 miUS $600 | torque converter slippage abs unit replacement | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2013 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Sep 2013117000 miUS $1244 | Replaced cracked radiator and failed radiator pump. | ||
| Jul 2014124200 miUS $2728 | Removed and replaced left and right side strut assemblies. Replaced strut mount bearing. Replaced windshield wiper fluid motor. | ||
| Mar 2015130000 miUS $250 | Replaced temperature sensor for outside temperature | ||
| Jan 2016120000 mi | Automatic transmission failed. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 201790000 miUS $3200 | Valve cover gasket replaced; valve cover warping and replaced; moisture in brake fluid-drained refilled; power steering hose leak; replaced accessory drive belt; plugs gapped and reset | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2012 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 201277200 miUS $1100 | replace alternator and fix oil leaks | ||
| Dec 201498000 miUS $150 | replace brake light socket | ||
| Apr 2015101200 miUS $150 | Battery died | ||
| Feb 2016105300 miUS $150 | Emission system issue not fixed. Check engine light - evaporative gas vapor recirculating likely problem. | ||
| Oct 2016106200 miUS $800 | Emission exhaust re circulation purge valve, rear brakes, windshield washer motor | ||
| Sep 2017109000 miUS $600 | replace mass airflow sensor | ||
| Mar 2021113000 miUS $2500 | Oil pan gasket, front suspension and power steering rack | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States - Jan 2007 | |||
| Jan 200754000 miUS $20000 | ALternator replaced Torque COnverter Replaced Radiator replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Apr 201373360 miC $350 | seized brake pad | ||
| Jul 201480900 miC $1700 | sway bars for both front wheels | ||
| Aug 201481800 miC $500 | front passenger automatic window stopped working... left in open position | ||
| Sep 201482460 miC $700 | alternator stopped working... warning lights on. Alternator replaced but I had to return next day... faulty replacement. | ||
| Sep 201591760 miC $500 | Relay to starter | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2011 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Jul 2011125000 miUS $1800 | All front suspension components were replaced as well as new rack and pinion | ||
| Mar 2012136000 mi | The backrest of the passenger side seat would literally twist when it was reclined. High intensity washer motor repair | ||
| Jun 2012138000 miUS $2500 | P0741 code thrown, transmission shifts fine thus far. quoted 2500 for replacement of Torque Converter that is genuine ZF. No symptoms except slight slippage rarely above 80mph at slight inclines. Will order next spring. | ||
| Jul 2012138500 mi | Cable came off of driver side seat to raise and lower the seat. The same repair that was on the passenger seat earlier, but just a different cable, will attempt once semester is over. | ||
| May 2014148000 miUS $300 | Window regulator and motor. Replaced. | ||
| Oct 2014150300 miUS $150 | Cracked radiator. Replaced with aftermarket radiator. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States May 2010 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Jan 201062600 mi | Intake manifold | ||
| Apr 201064500 miUS $175 | Intake manifold. New battery. | ||
| May 201064600 miUS $900 | Replaced throttle body. Had caution light in the middle display. Engine would periodically enter failsafe mode. | ||
| Jul 201068000 miUS $1000 | Engine fail safe light comes on, car runs sluggish. Engine electrical wiring harness replaced. | ||
| Nov 201074400 miUS $77 | Blower Motor Resistor, inoperable, was replaced. | ||
| May 201186200 miUS $300 | Auxillary a/c condenser fan assembly failure. Has power coming to it, but fails to engage. Shop identified the issue, I have decided to fix on my own. The hood latch would not disengage. Pulled the lever inside the cab and the hood would not "pop". Caused the hood to stay in a locked position (would not open). Three cables were found to be frayed and broken that operate this. I replaced the a/c condenser fan. Found instructions on bimmerfest.com | ||
| Jun 201186000 miUS $900 | Automatic Transmission fluid replaced (burned due to previous issue, auxiliary fan failure), Camshaft Position Sensors (intake and exhaust) replaced, rear brake pads replaced. | ||
| Mar 2013115000 miUS $20 | Replaced sway bar links. | ||
| Jul 2013121700 miUS $400 | Struts and Tie-rods | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Aug 201065000 mi | Replaced water pump. replaced water pump | ||
| May 201188000 miUS $560 | DSC control not working.Dealer cost to repair $2200. Part ordered on internet $460. Installed myself and $100 for computer reset. | ||
| Apr 201296300 miUS $500 | oil filter housing gasket leaking | ||
| Jun 201298000 miUS $500 | Replaced failing thermostat again and replaced 2 belt pulleys and belt tensioner. Changed auto transmission filter and fluid. | ||
| Sep 2012100000 miUS $800 | front control arm bushings worn | ||
| Jun 2013106000 miUS $400 | Replaced thermostat and water pump again | ||
| Jan 201598300 miUS $1200 | Valve cover leaking- cracked R&R, Replaced spark plugs again Bushings in control arms worn | ||
| Apr 2015119300 miUS $500 | Thermostat started leaking again. third time it has failed in last 3 years | ||
| Nov 2015124000 miUS $450 | warning light on-steering angle problem-reset computer dash light on for service engine soon-oxygen sensor needed replacement replace front rotors ,pads and fluid | ||
| Mar 2022154000 miUS $1600 | replaced radiator all hoses belts and pulleys | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Sep 201133000 miUS $250 | cvv replaced by me. Kit cost $150. Dealer wanted more than $400.00 | ||
| Oct 201133300 miUS $50 | Bank 2 oxygen sensor, precatalytic. Fixed myself for less than $100. Must have computer program loaded into PC and connect to car input for diagnosis. End stage blower resistor. | ||
| Nov 201134838 miUS $120 | Valve cover gasket Valve cover gasket change. Was leaking quite small amount of oil. Although less than 35 K miles, is almost 10 years old. Few months ago I had to change the CV valve, but was misspelled as CV. | ||
| May 201237600 miUS $300 | Broken radiator. | ||
| Dec 201451000 miUS $20 | Oil line to VANOS. Clunk noise made me replace swaybar links and also replaces tie rod boots. | ||
| Mar 201662000 miUS $100 | Postcatalytic sensor | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Puerto Rico Aug 2010 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Apr 201164000 miUS $500 | Failed ignition coil | ||
| Apr 201273300 miUS $40 | Replaced Oil Pan Gasket | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2010 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Dec 2011103000 miUS $225 | Needed to replace the valve cover gasket as it was leaking. | ||
| Jun 2012108000 miUS $300 | Valve cover was leaking and caused the oil to drain which resulted in a diesel sound while at idle. Replaced valve cover, not just gasket. | ||
| Dec 2012113000 miUS $950 | DSC module needed to be replaced. | ||
| Mar 2013116000 miUS $1500 | Coolant system overhaul was required. Also changed the fan clutch. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States May 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 200987000 miUS $600 | Water pump blew out | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2009 | |||
| Jan 200943000 mi | Valve cover leak. | ||
| Mar 200943000 mi | Steering rack leaking when sold. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jul 200971000 miUS $1200 | Replaced struts, ball joints, and tie rods | ||
| Oct 200972000 miUS $900 | a lot of play in the right lower control arm control arm | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2008 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Jun 201179000 miUS $900 | wheel bearings needed to be replaced | ||
| Mar 201289000 miUS $600 | wheel bearings replacement clogged drain hole | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Aug 201169000 miUS $840 | Power Steering hose was leaking and had to be replaced. Coolant hoses had to be replaced as well. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Sep 2008 - Apr 2009 | |||
| Oct 200869000 miUS $800 | Radiator leak. | ||
| Feb 200969000 miUS $300 | Valve cover gasket replaced. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States Sep 2006 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 200630650 miUS $50 | Rubber seal around front windshield replaced due to cracking/rotting. | ||
| Apr 200735800 miUS $73 | Final Stage Unit replaced due to malfunctioning climate control fan speed. | ||
| Jul 200738400 miUS $1438 | - replaced thrust arms and bushings - replaced passenger seat occupancy sensor - fixed passenger seat power mechanism | ||
| Nov 200742460 miUS $234 | replaced faulty thermostat | ||
| Oct 200852100 miUS $200 | Replaced valve cover to fix leak. replaced leaky valve cover gasket | ||
| Apr 200954000 miUS $220 | leaky power steering hoses replaced | ||
| May 200955000 miUS $70 | leaky coolant hose replaced | ||
| Aug 200957000 miUS $500 | CCV (crank case ventilation) valve replaced due to clogging/oil leak. | ||
| Feb 201062000 miUS $250 | oil filter housing gasket replaced due to oil leak. | ||
| Sep 201071000 miUS $1000 | cooling system overhaul. main failed element that triggered the overhaul: coolant expansion tank. | ||
| Oct 201072000 miUS $500 | Front passenger window regulator replaced due to window not rolling back up. | ||
| Dec 201075000 miUS $500 | Faulty alternator replaced. | ||
| Mar 201280000 mi | Sunroof rattle when tilted up | ||
| Jan 201457800 miUS $30 | Windshield washer pump failure. Replaced pump. | ||
| Oct 201488200 miUS $350 | Water leaking into the cabin through door | ||
| Nov 201489000 miUS $600 | Window regulator failed, replaced. | ||
| Dec 201489000 miUS $1200 | ABS module failed and replaced | ||
| Mar 201694000 miUS $200 | Broken level float in coolant expansion tank was causing "check coolant level" message to trigger despite coolant level being correct. | ||
| May 201695000 miUS $180 | Front sway bar links separated and had to be replaced. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States Oct 2008 - May 2012 | |||
| Feb 200999000 miUS $500 | Failed thermostat, replaced entire cooling system pre-emptively. | ||
| Sep 2010115000 miUS $75 | The VANOS seals were replaced to correct a engine stumble between 1000-3000 rpm. | ||
| May 2011123000 miUS $200 | The alternator and the battery were replaced.Both parts were the original ones that the car was built with. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Aug 201081000 miUS $250 | Failed oil level sensor, causing wrong low oil level warning | ||
| Sep 201296000 miUS $45 | Replaced in-dash cupholder. Broke. | ||
| Oct 201296000 miUS $725 | Exterior Lights not working, no pattern to failure. Replaced and programmed Lamp Control Module. | ||
| Dec 201297000 miUS $100 | Radiator, Water pump, Thermostat. Thermostat was the real issue, other was PM. Replaced Exhaust Cam position Sensor. Check Engine light was intermittent | ||
| BMW 5-Series in South Africa Apr 2012 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Jun 2012158100 miR 550 | Clutch was replaced | ||
| Dec 2012164300 miR 1000 | Water leak caused misfire. Cylinder head was removed and reconditioned. Gaskets replaced. Process was held up by machine shop being closed for Christmas holiday. | ||
| Feb 2013165200 miR 100 | Replaced interior fan resistor pack | ||
| Feb 2014169260 miR 300 | Engine overheated, water leaks fixed | ||
| Feb 2015170500 miR 600 | Radiator was replaced | ||
| Mar 2018179180 mi | Car blew head gasket and overheated. It is now off the road, awaiting funds for repair or a decision to scrap it. The head was overhauled before, but the car kept using coolant. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2011 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Oct 201384000 miUS $20 | Both rear doors leaked water during a rainstorm. Removed carpet in rear and vacuumed water out and dried car. Adhesive on moisture barriers had let go (common problem). Used 3M Windo-Weld for repair and is working great. | ||
| Jan 201484700 miUS $28 | Right rear window regulator broken on -2 degree day, window would not go up. Found cable jumped track and frayed itself. Easy DIY repair. | ||
| Aug 201492000 miUS $700 | Lower coil broken on rear passenger side spring. Found both rear upper control arm boots torn and sway bar links worn. Rear shocks blown. Installed Sachs Advantage shocks (4) and H&R 29742-1 springs, mounts, replacement arms. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Oct 2011101300 miUS $6000 | Clutch replacement and flywheel replacement. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States Jun 2012 - Nov 2013 | |||
| Jan 2013US $500 | Oil gasket leak | ||
| BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States Oct 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 2012126700 miUS $457 | Intake air valve was broken. Very expensive part. Diagnosis was more expensive than actually replacing it. | ||
| May 2013145100 miUS $1300 | I dropped my key just before getting into my car and apparently broke something electronic in the key. Shop told me he had never seen this happen before. Had to have the car towed. A new key is $168 and has to be imported from Germany!! Valve cover gasket, front main seal, oil filter housing gasket replaced. Leaked about a quart every 750 miles. | ||
| Sep 2014177000 miUS $800 | Replace water hoses from engine to overflow tank and heater core. Oil change. | ||
| Jan 2016147700 miUS $1800 | New drive shaft Cam shaft position sensor | ||
| Sep 2016220000 miUS $200 | Overflow tank cracked | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| May 201168000 miUS $250 | Changed the Front Control Arm Bushings (a common problem in the E39 5 series). | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2014 | |||
| May 2013151700 miUS $160 | Oxygen sensor failed | ||
| Nov 2013155300 miUS $190 | Fan clutch was slipping and was replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New Mexico, United States Nov 2010 - Aug 2012 | |||
| Jun 201185000 miUS $10000 | Replaced due to age - Shock/struts/tierods/shock mounts/strut mounts/bump stops. Owner provided upgraded parts. Parts cost $900. | ||
| Aug 201291000 mi | Steering rack leaking - rack replaced Power steering hose leaking Replace worn drive belts | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2009 - Aug 2010 | |||
| Aug 200953320 mi | Replaced control/support arms on both sides. Local roads have many potholes. | ||
| Aug 201060140 mi | Leaking power steering hose and one shock when sold. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Norway Jun 2012 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Jul 2013144460 mi$100 | Broken spring | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Feb 2016 - May 2018 | |||
| Jun 2016110000 miUS $300 | Brake ABS module rebuilt | ||
| Oct 2016113700 miUS $125 | Left door return replaced because of excess noise opening and closing. | ||
| Mar 2017119500 miUS $750 | Cabin ventilation fan motor bearing. Replaced Fan motor Linkage from electric Motor for automatic movement of drivers seat malfunctioned | ||
| Apr 2017120000 mi | Recall by BMW - Airbags. Notice arrived after warning light came on. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Louisiana, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| May 200944000 miUS $485 | moon roof not open and close sun visor clip broken driver's window motor not fully open and close. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Victoria, Australia Jul 2011 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Jan 201284560 miA $312 | alternator required rebuilding | ||
| Dec 201390520 miA $400 | Radiator hoses replaced and coolant box replaced | ||
| Feb 201491020 miA $900 | Oil leak requiring new head gasket- $550 New radiator - $390 Both age related repairs. | ||
| Feb 201592380 mi | I did have a second coolant box which houses the radiator cap and was replaced in February and outside warranty. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 200973000 miUS $256 | While mechanic was performaning a coolant change, he noticed a leak in the steering hose where they clamp. He replaced the steering hose clamps. Also suggested that I replace the rear sway bar links (2) which I did. | ||
| Jul 200980000 miUS $1200 | Car won't go into sleep mode and battery dies if not run every day. Mechanic frustrated now on to second shop - still not repaired. | ||
| Sep 200982000 miUS $1300 | Problem continues to manifest itself. Have replaced two control modules - one in September and one in October. Replacement of second control module. Hate this car!!! | ||
| Mar 201088000 miUS $1080 | Replaced thermostat (check engine soon light came on). Replaced the oil filter gasket (oil leak). | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2009 - Jul 2010 | |||
| May 200979000 miUS $295 | vehicle was losing coolant. All coolant hoses were cracked and leaking. All were replaced | ||
| Jul 200980000 miUS $694 | radiator leaking needed to be replaced | ||
| Aug 200982000 miUS $527 | Replaced leaking power steering lines Adjusted cable in drivers seat Replaced a bracket around transmission that caused a load rattle. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Zambia Oct 2013 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Sep 2015124620 mi$200 | car just cut while driving and couldn't start again. | ||
2001.5 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in New South Wales, Australia Apr 2014 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Nov 2014115820 miA $87 | Very hot day 36 C in stop start traffic car over temp alarm sounded. Replaced fluid drive on fan. | ||
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