BMW RT Series Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the BMW RT Series, across 2 model years (1996–2002). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (12). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
BMW RT Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No RT Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 RT Series: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 RT Series: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW RT Series problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW RT Series model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 RT Series | 12 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1996 RT Series | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW RT Series years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (12), 1996 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW RT Series?
Power Train, with 6 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW RT Series have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.