2002 BMW 530IA Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 530IA years
- Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 BMW 530IA. That ranks 3rd out of 4 530IA model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 40%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 BMW 530IA problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 40% | 120,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 BMW 530IA recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Tires:sidewall
Problem: 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, size 225/65r16 95h, having dot codes 4001, 4101, or 4201, the outer sidewall surface of the tires may have been cut by a sharp edge. Operation of the vehicle over a long period of time could lead to a reduction of inflation pressure.
Risk: Continued driving with low inflation pressure in the tire could ultimately result in damage to the tire, affect vehicle handling and control, and could in some cases result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: 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 to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
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. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not…
On may 28th 2012 on the highway, the bmw threw a service engine soon light. Using a scanner, a code p0741 was thrown. When i searched on google, i found it was very common for the e39 bmw 530ia cars housing zf manufactured transmissions to have the torque converter turbine shaft seal deteriorated…
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). This failure, until corrected, results in lower fuel mileage and a guaranteed failure to pass an emissions test during state mandated vehicle…
Two failures of fuel throttle on same vehicle: one new and one replacement: danger to life!!! Dt
Other BMW 530IA years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 530IA | 13 | 0 |
| 2002 | 5 | 1 |
| 2001 530IA | 11 | 3 |
| 1995 530IA | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 BMW 530IA?
Owners most often report air bags, power train, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 BMW 530IA?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 BMW 530IA a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 530IA model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.