MYRModel Year Report

2000 BMW E46

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2000 BMW E46
RENDERED 2026-10-31T21:24:07.295Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
18

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 6 complaints 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaint 2000: 18 complaints 2000 18 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints
1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 6 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaint 1999 2000: 18 complaints 2000 18 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005
1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 6 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaint 1999 2000: 18 complaints 2000 18 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005

2000: 18 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19902
19910
19920
19933
19943
19956
19961
19974
19980
19991
200018
20010
20022
20031
20044
20050

Known problem areas

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

8 of 18 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and underbody shields.

Power train

5 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle was purchased brand new from dealer. Vehicle does not drive in reverse. Vehicle only has 4YR 50,000 miles warranty. The car has around 53,000 miles. They will not cover the repair.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-01

Exterior lighting

2 of 18 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal.

Show complaint excerpts

Right front turn signal assembly fell off during normal operation of vehicle. Turn signal assembly held in place inside the fender by only one thin plastic finger.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-30

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system.

Show complaint excerpts

2000 BMW 328CI stalls every now and then and when I restart it I feel a power loss. Comes and goes. Very pesky problem, makes you feel scared you might get stranded.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-31

Suspension

1 of 18 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…

    Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-05-10Exterior lighting06E040000 Certain e speed racing combination lamps sold as replacement equipment for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors…

    Remedy: E speed racing will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began May 10, 2006. Owners may contact e speed racing 909-923-3636.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are…

    Remedy: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2009-07-28Exterior lighting09E025000 Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…

    Remedy: Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2000 BMW E46 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E040000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 09E025000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 BMW E46 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 2000 BMW E46?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 BMW E46 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.