2000 BMW 1 Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 18, 2017 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 1 Series years
Not enough data 9th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2000 BMW 1 Series. That ranks 9th out of 13 1 Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 120,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 BMW 1 Series problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1 · ~120,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~120,000 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~120,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags1100%120,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1100%120,000——
Exterior Lighting1100%120,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2000 BMW 1 Series recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 BMW 1 Series.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tiene problemas con las bolsas de aire y tambien con la stabilidad

Air Bags · received Sep 18, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11024100

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW 1 Series?

Owners most often report air bags, electronic stability control (esc), exterior lighting problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2000 BMW 1 Series?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 BMW 1 Series a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1 Series model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.