MYRModel Year Report

2001 BMW M Roadster

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2001 BMW M Roadster
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:34:05.126Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW M Roadster Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1998: 19 complaints 1998 1999: 18 complaints 1999 2000: 19 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2008: 1 complaints 2008
2001: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
199819
199918
200019
20014
20025
20081

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

CRASH
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THE BMW THAT I DRIVE IS SUBJECT TO CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. THERE HAVE BEEN OVER 125 REPORTED AND DOCUMENTED CASES OF THE ENGINE FAILING AT AN ENGINE RPM THAT IS WELL WITHIN THE TOLERANCES OF THE VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20041004

Also filed under EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

I WOULD LIKE TO FILE A COMPLAINT REGARDING THE BMW S54 ENGINES THAT ARE CURRENTLY USED IN THE BMW M ROADSTERS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040521

CONSUMER STATED THAT ENGINE STALLS AFTER BEING WARM OR HOT ON INITIAL START UP, AND ENGINE GOES TO LOW RPM (50) OR STALLS OUT COMPLETELY. AFTER RESTARTING ENGINE WILL RUN CORRECTLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020514

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment adaptive/mobility.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 BMW M Roadster — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for equipment adaptive/mobility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 BMW M Roadster 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 2001 BMW M Roadster?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 BMW M Roadster have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.