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2000 BMW 540I

Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 BMW 540I. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 22% of complaints. After that come cooling system (22%) and electrical system (22%).

At a glance

Complaints
36 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 22% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
16 to 18 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 BMW 540I. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 22% of complaints. After that come cooling system (22%) and electrical system (22%).

  • Air bags 22%
  • Cooling system 22%
  • Electrical system 22%
  • Lighting 8%
  • Engine 6%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2000 BMW 540I

Recalls

The 2000 BMW 540I is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 2000 BMW 540I

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2000 BMW 540I. Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 18 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 16 city / 22 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the 540I