2001 BMW Z3 Roadster Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Z3 Roadster years
- Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 BMW Z3 Roadster. That ranks 3rd out of 3 Z3 Roadster model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 35,009 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 BMW Z3 Roadster 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 | 3 | 38% | 35,009 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 25% | 43,250 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 13% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 13% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 13% | 63,745 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 13% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 13% | 78,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 BMW Z3 Roadster recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 BMW Z3 Roadster.
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.
I am driving as normal and then the car begins to have problems shifting and the transmission indicator light comes on. The owners manual tell you to pull over and shift the car into park and then apply the parking brake and turn the car off and then back on. It seems to temporarily correct the…
I am the original owner of this auto. I noticed a noise coming from the rear of the vehicle on deceleration. Upon inspecting the car, i found that the rear sub frame was almost broker in half. This is the part the holds the entire rear suspension for the car. From research i'm finding out that this…
2001 bmw z3 3.0l. The abs/dsc system malfunctions. While driving at varying speeds the brakes engage on their own, causing the right front brake to apply and pull the car to the right. This has happened at various speeds on several occasions. It is incredibly dangerous since it could cause a driver…
I own a 2001 bmw z3 3.0i roadster that spontaneously deployed its driver's side door airbag when i shut off the ignition in the driveway, resulting in a large bruise and burn on my left arm. The airbag warning light had come on a few days earlier, but the owner's manual did not indicate any hazard…
After leaving my vehicle overnight, i started my vehicle with an ambient air temperature of 9 degrees fahrenheit. I proceeded to let my vehicle warm while i cleaned off the snow. I then got into my vehicle and proceeded to drive to my destination. While driving i began to loose engine power, and my…
Other BMW Z3 Roadster years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 8 | 0 |
| 2000 Z3 Roadster | 17 | 0 |
| 1998 Z3 Roadster | 19 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW Z3 Roadster?
Owners most often report power train, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 BMW Z3 Roadster?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 BMW Z3 Roadster a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Z3 Roadster model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.