There are no safety recalls for the 2002 BMW M Roadster, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2002 BMW M Roadster problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 2
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 45,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2002 BMW M Roadster complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Structure · at 67,000 miles · reported Nov 15, 2012
The contact owns a 2002 bmw m roadster. While driving approximately 35 MPH, a squeaky noise was heard from outside of the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the sub frame exhibited several cracks and was slightly separated. The defect became progressively worse over time. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.
Power Train · at 21,280 miles · reported Jan 29, 2006
Rear differential simply dropped while driving. It and the subframe have torn up rear sheet metal under the trunk. I have a repair in progress.
Structure · at 18,000 miles · reported Oct 28, 2005
2002 bmw m roadster trunk crossmember (Supports the rear differential) separating from the rest of the car. Spot welds pulled out. Danger of the whole crossmember separating from the chassis. Corrected by an independent in toledo, oh. Crossmember reinforced by an internal I-beam, welded to new custom-fabricated supports on the longitudinal rails. The OEM crossmember is now merely cosmetic. Differential cover replaced by one with a pair of mounts instead of just one to distribute load. Vehicle had less than 25,000 miles on the odometer. Jb
Power Train · at 45,000 miles · reported Aug 19, 2005
The rear-subframe is separating from the trunk in my car. As a result, the differential mount has cracked and there is the risk of the differential totally separating from the car.
Equipment · reported Dec 11, 2002
Speedometer on new vehicle reads excessivly high (7 MPH at 65 MPH). There was nospecific incident. I would like to know if there are any standards regarding this, as manufacturer says this is an acceptable error. Date below is entered for reference only.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 BMW M Roadster have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 BMW M Roadster as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 BMW M Roadster?
Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 45,000 miles.
Are BMW recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.