2002 BMW 530IA
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2002
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2002: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 13 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 5 total reports mention: power train.
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On May 28TH 2012 on the highway, the BMW threw a service engine soon light. Using a scanner, a code P0741 was thrown.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-10
At 104,700 miles the service engine soon light illuminated. Diagnosis was P0741 (BMW code 48) which is a fault with the torque converter clutch (Tcc).
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-08
Air bags
2 of 5 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2002 BMW 530IA. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15V318000 (Air bags); however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-08
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 BMW 530IA. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V318000 (Air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-12-10
Vehicle speed control
1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Two failures of fuel throttle on same vehicle: one new and one replacement: danger to life!!! Dt
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-03
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2001-12-10Tires01V352000 Vehicle description: during the tire mounting process on certain passenger vehicles built with standard (Non-sport) suspension and equipped with continental contitouringcontact CH95 ecoplus tires…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect all five tires for a possible cut in the sidewall, and if a cut is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began December 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles…
Buy-smart checklist
2002 BMW 530IA — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 01V352000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 2002 BMW 530IA reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2002 BMW 530IA?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 BMW 530IA have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.