1999 BMW M Coupe Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 73,550miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 3.2L 6-cyl RWD · 17 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 BMW M Coupe (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1999 BMW M Coupe. The part named most often is body and structure, with 8 complaints (67% of the total), followed by seats (2) and transmission and drivetrain (2). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 13% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 73,550 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure8 67%
- Seats2 17%
- Air bags1 8.3%
- Equipment1 8.3%
- Suspension1 8.3%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “Separation of floor pan welds appears to be a common problem in an uncommon vehicle. I'm unable to provide a cause, since I am the third owner, and have never driven the car at it's intended limits. To my knowledge, it has never been raced. So far, I have not repaired the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10075125, filed 2004-06, 71,100 milesSeats: “When brakes are applied the front seats slide forward approximately one half inch, when brake pressure is released seats slide back into place. Vehicle traveling at 60 MPH hit a bump in roadway and the driver's side, closed and locked door unlatched and open enough for the air to rush in and the road could be seen through the opening.”
NHTSA complaint #852017, filed 1999-10Transmission and drivetrain: “Differential bracket and subfloor are cracking and tearing apart at the weld seams and spot welds. Could lead to unpredictable handling, especially during regular driving turns/highway speeds (instability, rough shaking, loose chassis knocking).”
NHTSA complaint #10091272, filed 2004-09, 26,456 milesMileage when problems were reported
13% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 50,000 and 81,410 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1999 BMW M Coupe version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Coupe RWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 BMW M Coupe in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10244237Oct 13, 2023Brakes. Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-
- 10057534Dec 1, 2014Brakes. Bmw: running noises heard when brakes are applied, with high brake loads; through wheel opening, visible cracks can be seen in brake discs and steering wheel torsional vibrates when applying brakes.
Other model years of the BMW M Coupe
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 8 | 71,500 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 12 | 73,550 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 BMW M Coupe have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1999 BMW M Coupe as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 BMW M Coupe is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 8 complaints (67% of the total), followed by seats with 2.
Has the 1999 BMW M Coupe been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1999 BMW M Coupe get?
The EPA rates the 1999 BMW M Coupe (M Coupe, 3.2L 6-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 17 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1999 BMW M Coupe reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 73,550 miles and the middle half falls between 50,000 and 81,410 miles; 13% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.