When headlights are turned on the left blinkers starts blinking rapidly and is very dim so not really visible. When headlights are off it operates normally. This happens when stationary and when moving. I have seen a number of same problems reported on bmw forums like follows: https://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=537810://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=537810
The worst 2002 BMW Z3 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags2
- Steering2
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Airbags2
- Steering2
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Seat belts1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 BMW Z3 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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: when at lower speeds or stopping the engine idle dips too low because of a software problem. rm
- Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel...
2002 BMW Z3 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | RWD | 17-19 | 23-26 | 19-21 |
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | RWD | 17-18 | 24-25 | 20 |
What 2002 BMW Z3 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Air bag fault light is coming in and out on the vehicle display
2002bmw z3. The ABS/dsc system malfunctions at speeds above 40mph. The right front brake engages and abruptly forces the car to pull hard right. The ABS lights on the display panel. No bumps or bad road conditions were experienced prior to or at the time this malfunction occurs. This is a very serious safety issue endangering not only the driver, but all vehicle drivers in proximity.
Seems to be a known problem - seat-belt guide has broken as it is warped plastic and stopping short can break it. In an accident seat belt could slip up, or impact neck as it is not held into place near the seat. Dealer wants $400 to fix what seems to be a defect
Two times we have been unable to disengage the steering wheel locked. We have had to get the car towed to dealer for service. We thought that the first time was a mistake, then it happened a second time. No matter how hard we tried, we could not get the steering wheel unlocked to drive the car, even though we had the key. The vehicle was in the parking position and we could not get the steering wheel to move. We have a automatic transmission with a key lock. We would park the car in the parking lot and when we returned, we would put the key in the ignition to start the car, but the steering wheel would not move. It was completely locked. The steering wheel would not turn either left or right. The car would be in park with everything off, and nothing would move.
Passenger air bag failure. Pressure switch in passenger seat failed. Has not been repaired.
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Questions about the 2002 BMW Z3
Is the 2002 BMW Z3 reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2002 BMW Z3, close to a typical Z3 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 BMW Z3?
Airbags, with 2 complaints. Next is steering (2).
How many recalls does the 2002 BMW Z3 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2002 BMW Z3 get?
Official estimates for the 2002 BMW Z3 range from 19 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 17-19 city and 23-26 highway.
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