2000 BMW M Roadster Problems
- Complaints
- 19filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 68,086miles, 16 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.2L 6-cyl RWD · 17 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 BMW M Roadster (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 19 consumer complaints for the 2000 BMW M Roadster. The part named most often is body and structure, with 15 complaints (79% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (3) and suspension (2). 16 of the complaints include a mileage, and 38% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 68,086 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 4 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 structure15 79%
- Suspension2 11%
- Air bags1 5.3%
- Electrical system1 5.3%
- Equipment1 5.3%
- Fuel system1 5.3%
- Interior lighting1 5.3%
- Steering1 5.3%
- Tires1 5.3%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Body and structure: “Sub frame has cracked under normal driving.during regular commutes and drives on residental roads I began to hear noises from the rear of the car and I took a look underneath car, there was a small crack in the differential mounting ear. I also checked inside of the hatch area and removed the sound deadening revealing a small separation of the trunk floor panel on the passenger's side.”
NHTSA complaint #11139007, filed 2018-10, 115,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “My ultimate driving machine is splitting from the seems!!! I have a 2000 Bmw M Roadster (z3) and recently I notice a creaking in the rear. Then one day on my way to work I heard what sounded like a tear. It turns out that the rear differential mount had separated from the sheet metal uni-body construction. The cars differential housing was practically dragging on the ground. The only thing holding it to the car were the shocks and springs. The truck floor that the mount was spot welded to has separated from the car. This is a major design flaw! The car at this moment is not drivable! …”
NHTSA complaint #10257963, filed 2009-02, 95,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
38% of the 16 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 40,000 and 92,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2000 BMW M Roadster 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 Roadster RWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
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 2000 BMW M Roadster 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. 4 on record; the latest 4 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.
- 10037025Aug 1, 2010Exterior lighting. Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
- 10033130Dec 1, 2009Fuel system. Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet…
Other model years of the BMW M Roadster
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 | 33,140 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 19 | 68,086 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 18 | 74,500 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 19 | 75,775 | 0 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
All BMW M Roadster model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 BMW M Roadster have?
NHTSA recorded 19 consumer complaints for the 2000 BMW M Roadster as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 BMW M Roadster is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 15 complaints (79% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 3.
Has the 2000 BMW M Roadster 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 2000 BMW M Roadster get?
The EPA rates the 2000 BMW M Roadster (M Roadster, 3.2L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 BMW M Roadster reported?
Among the 16 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 68,086 miles and the middle half falls between 40,000 and 92,000 miles; 38% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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.