2001 BMW Z8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Z8 years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 BMW Z8. That is the most of any Z8 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 25%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 BMW Z8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | 26,158 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | 10,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 BMW Z8 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Risk: If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. In addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began september 28, 2001. This is a supplement to a recall that began during september 2001 (see recall campaign 01v206). 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.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. Failure of the fan motor can cause the electrical circuitry of the fan control unit to overload and fail, causing the fan to stop operating.
Risk: If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. In addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fan. Owner notification began september 28, 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.
Fuel gasoline odor inside car at all times before,during, and after driving. Unsafe health and fire hazard! Bmw of las vegas, 702 871010 invoice 788613 09 july,18 returned my bmw z-8 to me in failed unsafe condition with failure indicators on dash display. Owner garaged the bmw z-8 at his home not…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw z8. While driving various speeds, the contact was informed that the rear lights failed to function. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the tail light assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
My vehicle is a bmw z8. It has come to the attention of the bmw z8 owners and myself that there is an inherent aluminum frame failure issue that is known but not being addressed by bmw na. Upon traveling over a pothole the aluminum frame members in the front (shock towers) are known to bend causing…
After driving 7 miles, with no warning indicator lights or high temperature registering on a gauge, a fire started in the fan area and burned through the cowling above the radiator. The flame was extinguished with water after the cowling was destroyed.*ak
Other BMW Z8 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Z8 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | 4 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW Z8?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2001 BMW Z8?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 BMW Z8 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Z8 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.