2000 BMW 540IT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 540IT years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 BMW 540IT. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 BMW 540IT 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2000 BMW 540IT recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
Risk: If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.
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.
Both rear seat belts have failed. The mechanisms has not allowed them to move in or out, effectively making them useless. The first was under warranty, but no parts were in stock and we did not leave the car. About a month later, the other side broke. We had not been using the car and finally took…
While driving 30 mph vehicle vibrated from in the rear. Consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic determined that rear driveline failed. *ak
Other BMW 540IT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW 540IT?
Owners most often report power train, seat belts problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2000 BMW 540IT?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2000 BMW 540IT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 540IT model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.