Gas pedal broke and jammed. Could not stop car, engine began revving at high RPM. Turned the car off and pulled onto shoulder of interstate. Gas pedal broke at the base. Updated 05/12/11
The worst 2001 BMW M Roadster problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine3
- Acceleration1
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- Engine3
- Acceleration1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 BMW M Roadster 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop
- Bmw: running noises heard when brakes are applied, with high brake loads; through wheel opening, visible...
- Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty
- Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs
- Bremi ignition coil replacement on S54 engine
- Subject regarding engine oil viscosity change
- Subject regarding new vehicle preparation and maintenance requirements
What 2001 BMW M Roadster owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The bmw that I drive is subject to catastrophic engine failure. There have been over 125 reported and documented cases of the engine failing at an engine RPM that is well within the tolerances of the vehicle specifications. *ak these failures have resulted in engine lock ups, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle. Bmw has acknowledged the issue in the s54 engine that drives the majority of the vehicles in the m class, however, they have ignored those of us driving the m roadster, still driven by the same engine. Please advise.
I would like to file a complaint regarding the bmw s54 engines that are currently used in the bmw m roadsters. I am aware that there have been multiple letters mailed, e-mails sent and even an internet site established all pertaining to the problematic s54 engine.*ak a while back, bmw issued a service bulletin for all of the m3 vehicles that are powered by the aforementioned s54 engine, however, they went on to exclude the m roadster and the m coupe with the explanation that these vehicles are not "impacted" by this problematic and unsafe issue. Well, as time goes on, there have now been severl documented incidents specificaly involving the vehicles that bmw stated would not be impacted by this problem. I own an m roadster and the thought of the engine "blowing up" while I am driving down the highway scares the crap out of me. I understand that there have been letters sent to the federal safety agency regarding this issue but it appears as though the federal safety agency has not challenged bmw to eliminate this unsave condition from our roads. Can you please respond to this e-mail with your official position on this important matter? Tony
Consumer stated that engine stalls after being warm or hot on initial start up, and engine goes to low RPM (50) or stalls out completely. After restarting engine will run correctly. Took vehicle to the dealer and problem still has not been solved, consumer is concerned that this could lead to accident in traffic.
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Questions about the 2001 BMW M Roadster
Is the 2001 BMW M Roadster reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2001 BMW M Roadster, close to a typical M Roadster model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 BMW M Roadster?
Engine and cooling, with 3 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 BMW M Roadster have?
No recalls on record.
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