2000 BMW Z3 Roadster
Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2000: 17 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 19 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
8 of 17 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and body.
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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..
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-31
Extremely dangerous manufacturer design of convertible top window. Putting the top down causes deep scratches and impairs sight of window when the top is up.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-07
Rear differential sheet metal mounting bracket tore loose from floor pan, for the second time. First time at 70000 miles, second time at 90000 miles. Thin sheet metal brackets and cross member do not appear adequate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-03
Air bags
4 of 17 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
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Tl* 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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-23
Passenger airbag deployed breaking the windshield. The key wasn't even in the ignition.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-10
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-25
Suspension
3 of 17 total reports mention: suspension.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-15
Also filed under Engine
Seat belts
2 of 17 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor.
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BMW has failed to repair the seat belt defects on this car. The seat belt retractors are frozen and cannot be used while driving the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-29
Power train
2 of 17 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2000 BMW Z3 Roadster — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2000 BMW Z3 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 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.