Both rear seat belts have failed. The mechanisms has not allowed them to move in or out, effectively making them useless. The first was under warranty, but no parts were in stock and we did not leave the car. About a month later, the other side broke. We had not been using the car and finally took it in and had to leave it for two weeks to get parts and have the seat belts replaced at a cost > $500.
The worst 2000 BMW 540IT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seat belts1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Seat belts1
- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
- Risk
- If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.
Recall number 00V048000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 BMW 540IT 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- Engine will crank but not start
- Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle
- Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. rm
- Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a...
- Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel...
What 2000 BMW 540IT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving 30 MPH vehicle vibrated from in the rear. Consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic determined that rear driveline failed.
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Questions about the 2000 BMW 540IT
Is the 2000 BMW 540IT reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2000 BMW 540IT, close to a typical 540IT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 BMW 540IT?
Seat belts, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2000 BMW 540IT have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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