There are no safety recalls for the 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster, but owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA.
2000 BMW Z3 Roadster problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 8 | |
| Air Bags | 4 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Frame and Members — 4
- Structure › Body — 3
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System — 1
- Electrical System › Ignition — 1
- Seat Belts › Front › Retractor — 1
- Electrical System › Wiring — 1
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 1
- Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 61,900 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 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 127,000 miles · reported Dec 15, 2020
I heard a creaking from the rear of my car, I put it on jacks to check it out. To my surprise I found extensive damage to the floor pan mainly around the differential mount. The car is claimed to be undrivable by bmw, but yet they will not take full responsibility for the matter. I see it as a safety issue as if I did not check it and continued to drive the cracks and tears in the body metal that exist could have continued even further and LED to an accident or worse. I was estimated at a whopping 5200 dollars which bmw said they would only pay 3000 of. I believe it is a manufacturer defect…
Seat Belts · at 50,000 miles · reported Feb 15, 2016
Passenger side seat belt is locked in the retracted position. And also locks intermittently on the driver's side as well. This has been happening on the driver's side for the past couple of years. I rarely have passengers so this is the first time noticed that it has happened with the passenger side seat belt. It happens while stationary.
Air Bags · at 82,754 miles · reported Sep 23, 2013
The contact owns a 2000 bmw z3 roadster. The contact stated that while traveling 55 MPH, the front driver's side air bag erroneously deployed. The contact sustained burns, bruising, and hair loss as a result. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 82,754.
Structure · at 49,546 miles · reported Jul 31, 2012
I purchased car 6-4-12 after driving the car I noticed a squeak and a clunking noise coming from trunk, after removing trunk lining the spot welds [4] were broke loose in trunk floor from cross member where rear end is supported.. I took the car to dealer where car was bought hoping the dealer had a service bulletin on car I was told they would repair car at my expense I asked if that was an engineered repair or just a temporary repair there response was its the first time it had ever happened.. After searching the internet I found it was not the first time welds had come loose in the sub…
Air Bags · reported Jun 25, 2012
Traveling eastbound on highway 101 in agoura hills, ca a small rock appearing in my lane made a clanking sound with the underside of my vehicle at which time the passenger side airbag deployed.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster?
Owners report structure problems most often (8 reports), followed by air bags (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 61,900 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.