2002 BMW 5-Series Problems and Repair Histories
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BMW 5-Series Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2002 | BMW 5-Series | 36 5-Series, 10.3 months of data per 5-Series, average 95000 miles 98 |
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2002 BMW 5-Series
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| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 103000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 104000 | 225 | Leak around radiator fitting. Was told that this is a common problem with the car. The replacement fitting was off of a Mercedes Benz since BMW does not make it. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 145000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 152000 | 1400 | replaced water pump and tensioner pully |
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 467 | Valve cover gasket, headlight bulb, inspection sticker | |
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 56000 | 675 | New brakes (rotors and pads) front and rear. Brake fluid flush. Power steering fluid fill. Purchased final stage unit (blower motor resistor) to replace existing unit. Haven't had time to install the part yet. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
394-horsepower 4.9L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 72000 | 90 | Replaced FSU, A/C is now working to spec. |
| Dec | 2012 | 86000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 70000 | 2500 | Inspection II |
| Oct | 2012 | 75300 | 600 | Replace thrust arms |
| Apr | 2013 | 77000 | 215 | I replaced the battery. |
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 71000 | 837 | The built in CD based navigation failed about 6 months ago, finally decided to get it fixed. The nav cd player appeared unable to read any cd. Combined it with BWM inspection 2 so some wear/minor items also replaced. |
| Oct | 2011 | 77000 | 94 | Muffled rattle developed under car. Turned out to be a sagging exhaust bushing, that allowed the exhaust to bang on a chassis cross member. Mechanic fixed it by just adding some washers to the bushing mount. |
| Mar | 2013 | 87000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 42000 | 610 | Replace leaky front strut, $500 Repair leaky rear view mirror, $110. |
| Jan | 2012 | 48000 | 300 | Replaced thermostat. Thermostat was running cold. It's a 79 degree thermostat. Dash readout showed it running 76-77 on cold nights at speed. Also had soot on the rear bumper, sign of running rich. |
| Dec | 2012 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
290-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 111000 | 100 | Leaking valve cover gasket causing oil leakage into spark plug well. Occasional cylinder misfire as well as odor of burnt oil from oil seepage onto exhaust manifold. Possibly considered normal wear and tear item at this age. |
| Jun | 2012 | 116000 | 300 | front end vibration caused by bad ball joint on center track rod. |
| Mar | 2013 | 121000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 123000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 124000 | 1700 | Engine noise due to need for valve cover replacement. Was idling rough and blue smoke out exhaust due to vacuum leak |
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | First odometer entry | ||
| Feb | 2013 | 600 | Replaced both front control arms on both sides of the car, also replaced front wheel bearings. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 95000 | 300 | Replaced leaking valve cover gaskets, cleaned and repainted valve covers |
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 89900 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 104160 | 300 | Replaced both tie roads and centre link |
| Mar | 2013 | 108500 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
290-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 340 | Alternator | |
| Oct | 2010 | 117000 | 50 | Final Stage Unit for the blower motor |
| Mar | 2011 | 124000 | 100 | Expansion tank cracked |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 122000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 124000 | 634 | Valve Cover Gaskets leaking, oil separator valve leaking, oil filter mounts broken, oil pan leaking, power steering reservoir leaking, and other minor oil leaks. Sway bar bushings worn causing loud clunk, squeak while going over any bump or turning corners. Pixels in Radio Display (MID) not lighting up. MID unit sent in for ribbon cable replacement. Drivers and Passenger Seat Controls did not work. Seat control cables shortened over time causing cable ends to pull out of the seat control motors. Cables were removed and cable ends were shortened fixing the problem. Wind noise coming from upper dash and A-pillar area caused by missing jack pads behind front wheels. |
| Nov | 2012 | 124500 | 80 | Vanos Seals leaking oil and dripping onto ground. |
| Dec | 2012 | 125000 | 200 | Oil leaks from upper timing chain cover and broken air pump hose. |
| Jan | 2013 | 125000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 103000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 104000 | 200 | Cooling fan clutch went bad. This caused poor coolant circulation which ruined the coolant temperature sensor/ control valve. These were both replaced and the car ran fine. Notice small coolant leak over a few weeks. Valley pan gasket was the culprit. Leak too small to justify repair cost. Stick to BMW brand coolant and the leak can be lived with. |
| Jun | 2011 | 110000 | 565 | Battery light turned on, car died 20 minutes after. Determined that the alternator had gone bad. Purchased alternator from AutoZone and new battery as well (preventative/ most likely necessary as my battery was giving inconsistent voltage). |
| Dec | 2012 | 121000 | 70 | I had to have an O2 sensor changed (bank one sensor one). |
| Jan | 2013 | 121000 | 140 | Autozone radiator failed so I had a free replacement put in under autozone's warranty. I had to pay for labor. |
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 47000 | 70 | final stage unit (FSU) was failing and was replaced. |
| May | 2009 | 49000 | 110 | passenger low beam out- new bulb |
| Nov | 2010 | 61000 | 560 | Radiator broken. Replaced with new radiator. |
| Mar | 2013 | 77000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 58000 | 1700 | Radiator went out, very costly on BMW's. |
| Nov | 2008 | 58000 | 8 | Washer resorvoir was leaking. Went online to view "how to repair" and fixed hole successfully with epoxy. |
| Feb | 2009 | 60000 | 800 | Repair shop put in new alternator. Battery dead. Took car to BMW dealer, found bad fan motor plus bushings cost $800. Did I even need a new alternator? (see first repair) |
| May | 2009 | 63000 | 1027 | rear brakes including pads and rotors replaced |
| Jun | 2010 | 71000 | 130 | Expensive "xenon" headlight replaced. |
| Sep | 2010 | 73000 | 80 | Shop added freon to repair problem. |
| Apr | 2011 | 76000 | 430 | Blew hose, lost coolant, repair shop said I needed a fan clutch. I had them replace fan clutch. |
| Jun | 2011 | 77000 | 430 | Cooling Fan Malfunctioned |
| Sep | 2011 | 79000 | 1250 | Upper hose went, I had it fixed. |
| Oct | 2011 | 79000 | 0 | Two weeks later the serpentine belt and tensioner went. I traded the piece of junk the same day! |
| BMW 5-Series in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 147000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 148000 | 300 | Right headlight was on fire. |
| Jan | 2013 | 148000 | 825 | replace front pads and discs, replace rear brake pads. Free up RR seatbelt. |
| Apr | 2013 | 161000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Malaysia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 110360 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 117800 | 800 | Fixed the front suspension shocks and bushes. |
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 770 | both front ball joints @ struts. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 0 | battery replaced due to continuing need to "jump" the car...baffled a very good mechanic!! Thankfully, battery itself was still under warranty. | |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 33000 | 250 | cvv replaced by me. Kit cost $150. Dealer wanted more than $400.00 |
| Oct | 2011 | 33700 | 135 | Bank 2 oxygen sensor, precatalytic. Fixed myself for less than $100. Must have computer program loaded into PC and connect to car input for diagnosis. End stage blower resistor. |
| Nov | 2011 | 34300 | 120 | Valve cover gasket change. Was leaking quite small amount of oil. Although less than 35 K miles, is almost 10 years old. Few months ago I had to change the CV valve, but was misspelled as CV. |
| May | 2012 | 37700 | 300 | Broken radiator. |
| Jun | 2012 | 38000 | 400 | Brake pads replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 67000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 69000 | 840 | Power Steering hose was leaking and had to be replaced. Coolant hoses had to be replaced as well. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 89000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 103000 | 225 | Needed to replace the valve cover gasket as it was leaking. |
| Jun | 2012 | 108000 | 300 | Valve cover was leaking and caused the oil to drain which resulted in a diesel sound while at idle. Replaced valve cover, not just gasket. |
| Dec | 2012 | 113000 | 950 | DSC module needed to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 116000 | 1500 | Coolant system overhaul was required. Also changed the fan clutch. |
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 78500 | 264 | The passenger door lock actuator was not functioning and needed to be replaced. The mechanic removed the door panel and replaced the mechanism. The oil filter housing needed to be resealed. The mechanic installed a new seal and lubricated the gasket. |
| Dec | 2012 | 89000 | 500 | New mass air flow meter was needed, as the old one caused a check engine light. |
| Mar | 2013 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 131000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 132000 | 700 | Replaced radiator expansion tank (again, second time in 3 years…lasted 39 months and 33k miles) and replaced both belts while in there. Was leaking a quart of coolant every day or two. |
| Jan | 2013 | 144700 | 1100 | replace power steering hose clamps, which were too loose and enabling leaking replace brake light switch wiring harness for driver seat motor came apart from the switch; replaced switch and related holder panel |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 20000 | ALternator replaced Torque COnverter Replaced Radiator replaced | |
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 121000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 125000 | 1800 | All front suspension components were replaced as well as new rack and pinion |
| Mar | 2012 | 136000 | 0 | The backrest of the passenger side seat would literally twist when it was reclined. High intensity washer motor repair |
| Jun | 2012 | 138000 | 2500 | P0741 code thrown, transmission shifts fine thus far. quoted 2500 for replacement of Torque Converter that is genuine ZF. No symptoms except slight slippage rarely above 80mph at slight inclines. Will order next spring. |
| Jul | 2012 | 138700 | 0 | Cable came off of driver side seat to raise and lower the seat. The same repair that was on the passenger seat earlier, but just a different cable, will attempt once semester is over. |
| Dec | 2012 | 141000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 79000 | 900 | wheel bearings needed to be replaced |
| Mar | 2012 | 89000 | 600 | wheel bearings replacement clogged drain hole |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 71000 | 1200 | Replaced struts, ball joints, and tie rods |
| Oct | 2009 | 72000 | 900 | a lot of play in the right lower control arm control arm |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 43000 | 0 | Steering rack leaking when sold. |
| BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | Intake manifold | |
| Apr | 2010 | 175 | Intake manifold. New battery. | |
| May | 2010 | 900 | Replaced throttle body. Had caution light in the middle display. Engine would periodically enter failsafe mode. | |
| Jul | 2010 | 68000 | 1000 | Engine fail safe light comes on, car runs sluggish. Engine electrical wiring harness replaced. |
| Nov | 2010 | 75000 | 77 | Blower Motor Resistor, inoperable, was replaced. |
| May | 2011 | 85500 | 1000 | Auxillary a/c condenser fan assembly failure. Has power coming to it, but fails to engage. Shop identified the issue, I have decided to fix on my own. The hood latch would not disengage. Pulled the lever inside the cab and the hood would not "pop". Caused the hood to stay in a locked position (would not open). Three cables were found to be frayed and broken that operate this. I replaced the a/c condenser fan. Found instructions on bimmerfest.com |
| Jun | 2011 | 86000 | 900 | Automatic Transmission fluid replaced (burned due to previous issue, auxiliary fan failure), Camshaft Position Sensors (intake and exhaust) replaced, rear brake pads replaced. |
| Jan | 2012 | 99700 | 90 | Replaced brake pads |
| Mar | 2013 | 115000 | 20 | Replaced sway bar links. |
| BMW 5-Series in Puerto Rico | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 59000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 64000 | 500 | Failed ignition coil Vanos seals replaced |
| Apr | 2012 | 73700 | 40 | Replaced Oil Pan Gasket |
| Jun | 2012 | 75000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 75000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 77300 | 1100 | replace alternator and fix oil leaks |
| Mar | 2013 | 81000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 82500 | 0 | replaced water pump |
| Dec | 2010 | 85000 | 0 | noisy front brakes-replaced pads with ceramic pads-changed brake fluid |
| May | 2011 | 88000 | 560 | DSC control not working.Dealer cost to repair $2200. Part ordered on internet $460. Installed myself and $100 for computer reset. |
| Apr | 2012 | 96500 | 500 | oil filter housing gasket leaking |
| Jun | 2012 | 98000 | 500 | Replaced failing thermostat again and replaced 2 belt pulleys and belt tensioner. Changed auto transmission filter and fluid. |
| Sep | 2012 | 100000 | 800 | front control arm bushings worn |
| Mar | 2013 | 104000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 87000 | 600 | Water pump blew out |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 69000 | 800 | Radiator leak. |
| Feb | 2009 | 69000 | 300 | Valve cover gasket replaced. |
| Apr | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 133000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 146000 | 500 | Oil gasket leak |
| Mar | 2013 | 150000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 107000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 127000 | 457 | Intake air valve was broken. Very expensive part. Diagnosis was more expensive than actually replacing it. |
| Dec | 2012 | 136000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 81000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 85000 | 10550 | Replaced due to age - Shock/struts/tierods/shock mounts/strut mounts/bump stops. Owner provided upgraded parts. Parts cost $900. Replace radiator/water pump/water hoses/expansion tank/radiator cap. Replaced VANOS unit with a rebuilt unit with upgraded VANOS seals. |
| Aug | 2012 | 91000 | 0 | Steering rack leaking - rack replaced Power steering hose leaking Replace worn drive belts |
| BMW 5-Series in South Africa | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 155000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 158100 | 550 | Clutch was replaced |
| Dec | 2012 | 164300 | 1000 | Water leak caused misfire. Cylinder head was removed and reconditioned. Gaskets replaced. Process was held up by machine shop being closed for Christmas holiday. |
| Feb | 2013 | 165500 | 100 | Replaced interior fan resistor pack |
| Mar | 2013 | 166160 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 97000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 99000 | 500 | Failed thermostat, replaced entire cooling system pre-emptively. |
| Sep | 2010 | 115000 | 75 | The VANOS seals were replaced to correct a engine stumble between 1000-3000 rpm. |
| May | 2011 | 123000 | 200 | The alternator and the battery were replaced.Both parts were the original ones that the car was built with. |
| May | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 81000 | 250 | Failed oil level sensor, causing wrong low oil level warning |
| Sep | 2012 | 96000 | 45 | Replaced in-dash cupholder. Broke. |
| Oct | 2012 | 96000 | 725 | Exterior Lights not working, no pattern to failure. Replaced and programmed Lamp Control Module. |
| Dec | 2012 | 97000 | 500 | Radiator, Water pump, Thermostat. Thermostat was the real issue, other was PM. Replaced Exhaust Cam position Sensor. Check Engine light was intermittent |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 67000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 68000 | 250 | Changed the Front Control Arm Bushings (a common problem in the E39 5 series). |
| Jun | 2011 | 69000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 50 | Rubber seal around front windshield replaced due to cracking/rotting. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 73 | Final Stage Unit replaced due to malfunctioning climate control fan speed. | |
| Jul | 2007 | 1438 | - replaced thrust arms and bushings - replaced passenger seat occupancy sensor - fixed passenger seat power mechanism | |
| Nov | 2007 | 234 | replaced faulty thermostat | |
| Oct | 2008 | 50700 | 200 | replaced leaky valve cover gasket |
| Apr | 2009 | 54000 | 220 | leaky power steering hoses replaced |
| May | 2009 | 55000 | 70 | leaky coolant hose replaced |
| Aug | 2009 | 57000 | 500 | CCV (crank case ventilation) valve replaced due to clogging/oil leak. |
| Feb | 2010 | 62000 | 250 | oil filter housing gasket replaced due to oil leak. |
| Sep | 2010 | 71000 | 1000 | cooling system overhaul. main failed element that triggered the overhaul: coolant expansion tank. |
| Oct | 2010 | 72000 | 500 | Front passenger window regulator replaced due to window not rolling back up. |
| Dec | 2010 | 75000 | 500 | Faulty alternator replaced. |
| Mar | 2012 | 80000 | 0 | Sunroof rattle when tilted up |
| Mar | 2013 | 84000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 101700 | 6000 | Clutch replacement and flywheel replacement. |
| Jun | 2012 | 107000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 71000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 73000 | 256 | While mechanic was performaning a coolant change, he noticed a leak in the steering hose where they clamp. He replaced the steering hose clamps. Also suggested that I replace the rear sway bar links (2) which I did. |
| Jul | 2009 | 80000 | 1200 | Car won't go into sleep mode and battery dies if not run every day. Mechanic frustrated now on to second shop - still not repaired. |
| Sep | 2009 | 82000 | 3000 | Problem continues to manifest itself. Have replaced two control modules - one in September and one in October. Replacement of second control module. Hate this car!!! |
| Mar | 2010 | 88000 | 1080 | Replaced thermostat (check engine soon light came on). Replaced the oil filter gasket (oil leak). |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 52700 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 53320 | 0 | Replaced control/support arms on both sides. Local roads have many potholes. |
| Aug | 2010 | 60140 | 0 | Leaking power steering hose and one shock when sold. |
| BMW 5-Series in Victoria, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 75640 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 78520 | 312 | alternator required rebuilding |
| Dec | 2012 | 83700 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 44000 | 485 | moon roof not open and close sun visor clip broken driver's window motor not fully open and close. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 79000 | 295 | vehicle was losing coolant. All coolant hoses were cracked and leaking. All were replaced |
| Jul | 2009 | 80000 | 694 | radiator leaking needed to be replaced |
| Aug | 2009 | 82000 | 527 | Replaced leaking power steering lines Adjusted cable in drivers seat Replaced a bracket around transmission that caused a load rattle. |
| Jul | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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