Bmw M3 2002
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2002 BMW M3.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe.
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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BMW | Premium | |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
14 - 15 MPG | 20 - 21 MPG | 522.76 - 555.43 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - M3 Convertible -
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What is the MPG of a 2002 BMW M3?
- The 2002 BMW M3 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 14 - 15 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 20 - 21 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 2002 BMW M3?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 2002 BMW M3 can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 2002 BMW M3?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2002 BMW M3 is $3900.
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Where is the 2002 BMW M3 produced?
- The 2002 BMW M3 is produced in Regensburg, Germany.
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Are there recalls for the 2002 BMW M3?
- There are 4 recall(s) for the 2002 BMW M3, additional information is below.
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How much horsepower does the 2002 BMW M3 have?
- The 2002 BMW M3 has 333 horsepower.
- 3.2L 6 cylinder 6-speed manual
Recall 160258 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 123075 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 104877 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure could cause rupturing of the inflator resulting in metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.
Recall 96170 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.
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Automatic (S6) Rear-Wheel Drive M3
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details GUZZLER Transmission Automatic (S6) You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details GUZZLER Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3900 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Vehicle record id 17413 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) M3 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 84 Transmission Automatic (S6) Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 18.3217 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 29.6138 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic (S6) Rear-Wheel Drive M3 Convertible
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details GUZZLER Transmission Automatic (S6) You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 18.5944 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details GUZZLER Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Vehicle record id 17385 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) M3 Convertible Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 74 Transmission Automatic (S6) Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.7191 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 28.1243 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- B340714 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. Cause material-
- B662419 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
- B340414 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree
- B651820 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL: Service action - head air bag holder retrofit: a rattle noise may develop from the head air bag (its) gas generator contacting adjacent component. This noise can be heard while driving on an uneven roadway.
- B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
- B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
- B080119 - AIR BAGS: In an effort to improve the completion rate on takata air bag recall affected vehicles; bmw na has expanded the bmw ultimate rewards platform to include a new recall support page. This page will allow irfs to check their customers vins for
- B011618 - AIR BAGS: Takata class action settlement. Customer support program. Front driver side airbag modules.
- 120913 - EQUIPMENT: State inspection and emission (i/m) test fails due to an invalid vin number. The customer of an affected vehicle may fail to pass an i/m test due to a non-compliant 17digit vehicle identification number (vin) stored in the dme (digital moto
- B011718 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: For the above-referenced vehicles with passenger?S side airbag modules, bmw of north america, llc (?Bmw na?) will provide a customer support program as outlined in the takata settlement customer support program overview attachment. This ?Co
- B011618 - AIR BAGS: For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?S side airbag modules, bmw of north america, llc (?Bmw na?) will provide a customer support program as outlined in the takata settlement customer support program overview attachment. This ?Comp
- 340414 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles. Information 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less tha
- 651414 - AIR BAGS: Special technical campaign. The national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) has urged vehicle manufacturers to conduct an investigation into air bags which may not deploy correctly. Bmw is cooperating with this request. Takata is
- B340414 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles this service information bulletin supersedes si 34 04 14 dated december 2014. Designates changes to the bulletin. Information 1.Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses d
- B340414 - BRAKES (PWS): Diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles:
- SIB-33-01-02 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY: Bmw: a grinding noise is coming from the differential during slow cornering. When turning a slip/stick effect is created on the lining and steel discs incorporated in the differential clutch causes a grinding noise. *rm
- SIB-63-02-01 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm
- SIB-16-02-09 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: 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 assembly) do not need to be replaced as wel
- SI-B12-22-08 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR: Bmw: voluntary emissions recall 08e-a03; m3 s54-dme reprogramming for catalyst conversion diagnosis. The dme programming, as originally installed, may cause the obd diagnostic to erroneously evaluate the efficiency of the catalytic conver
- SI-B11-07-09 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Bmw: thermostat housing inspection. The retaining springs of the thermostat housing quick release couplings for the coolant hoses may not be locked correctly. This situation may result in a coolant leak. Models affected are m3 sedan (e
- SI-B12-22-08 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR: Bmw: as originally installed, the dme programming may cause the obd diagnostic to erroneously evaluate the efficiency of the catalytic converters. Model e46 (m3) coupe and convertibles. *pe
- 120204 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bremi ignition coil replacement on s54 engine. This service bulletin supersedes si120803 dated may 2004. *eh *sc
Rear lamp illumination investigation # PE09036
There is no summary currently available
139 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
Variable | Value |
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Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
Body Class | Coupe |
DisplacementCC | 3246.2773784 |
DisplacementCI | 198.1 |
DisplacementL | 3.2 |
Doors | 2 |
Engine Cylinders | 6 |
EngineHP | 333 |
EngineKW | 248.3181 |
Engine Manufacturer | BMW M GmbH |
Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
Make | BMW |
MakeID | 452 |
Manufacturer | BMW M GMBH |
Manufacturer Id | 967 |
Model | M3 |
ModelID | 1710 |
Model Year | 2002 |
NCSA Body Type | 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe |
NCSA Make | BMW |
NCSA Model | 3-series |
Other Restraint System Info | Driver and Passenger Dual-stage Advanced Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) |
Plant City | REGENSBURG |
Plant Country | GERMANY |
Seat Belts All | Manual |
Series | 3 |
VIN | WBSBL93412JR15979 |
Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
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User Manual Owner's Manual Guide Warranty
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Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20210215 |
In november, 2020, i received a notification from bmw that the previous fix to my airbag was only a temporary fix, and i needed to bring my car in for a permanent fix. In january, 2021, the airbag light went on. I am getting ready to start driving my cars on a regular basis again, so i took the car in this week for the airbag recall. They spent 2 hours, to allegedly replace a module. As i was getting ready to leave, the airbag light was still on. They said that wasn't part of the recall, and i needed to pay $200 to have it diagnosed. 3 hours later, they said it was an airbag module (presumable different than the one they allegedly just replaced), and they said it is not part of the recall. Now, the first repair for the airbag was roughly two years ago, now they are saying the module that is failing is not related to the recall. I think they either didn't do the airbag module when it was in for the repair or the fact they installed a "temporary fix" two years ago is leading to the failure of this module today. Anyway, i don't see how this is not part of the recall. Oh, they want $2,000 to fix it.
No | No | N | None | None | 20210214 |
In november, 2020, i received a notification from bmw that the previous fix to my airbag was only a temporary fix, and i needed to bring my car in for a permanent fix. In january, 2021, the airbag light went on. I am getting ready to start driving my cars on a regular basis again, so i took the car in this week for the airbag recall. They spent 2 hours, to allegedly replace a module. As i was getting ready to leave, the airbag light was still on. They said that wasn't part of the recall, and i needed to pay $200 to have it diagnosed. 3 hours later, they said it was an airbag module (presumable different than the one they allegedly just replaced), and they said it is not part of the recall. Now, the first repair for the airbag was roughly two years ago, now they are saying the module that is failing is not related to the recall. I think they either didn't do the airbag module when it was in for the repair or the fact they installed a "temporary fix" two years ago is leading to the failure of this module today. Anyway, i don't see how this is not part of the recall. Oh, they want $2,000 to fix it.
No | No | N | None | None | 20200709 |
The door central lock control module fails on all of the e46 bmw models where the passenger and driver can become trapped in the vehicle because the door locks cannot be unlocked in any way because of the faulty gm5 central locking module
No | No | N | None | None | 20200708 |
The door central lock control module fails on all of the e46 bmw models where the passenger and driver can become trapped in the vehicle because the door locks cannot be unlocked in any way because of the faulty gm5 central locking module
No | No | N | None | None | 20180731 |
Upon inspection, vehicle's rear subframe mounting points show cracking and other signs of structural fatigue consistent with other similar vehicles that have undergone complete rear subframe failure. Vehicle's subframe needs to be reinforced and bmw settled in a class action suit regarding the issue, however, the issue was not escalated to a recall, possibly leaving thousands of unsafe vehicles on the road.
No | No | N | None | None | 20170503 |
Passenger door would not open from inside or outside the car. Car was parked, door would not unlock after pushing remote or console button or when pulling door handle inside which normally unlocks it. This could be a death trap in case of fire! I hear there are known issues with the gm5 module.
No | No | N | None | None | 20161106 |
Air bag light came on.......
No | No | N | None | None | 20140929 |
This car is subject to the airbag recall.I was first notified of this in september 2014. Since then, bmw has repeatedly put off the target date for this repair. Back in october 2014, an article in the financial times stated that replacement parts for the first 25% of the parts would not be available until february 2015. If bmw was aware of this in october 2014, why didn't they make alternate arrangements with another vendor and backcharge takata? *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20140914 |
Bmw sent me a recall notice to replace the takata passenger side air bag. I contacted my dealer in late october. The dealer has not responded and bmw usa says it does not know when parts may be available. The car was purchased in miami, fl new from a bmw dealer and was located in the florida keys for approximately 3 years. I now live on the water in northern california where the humidity is typically 99% overnight and my deck does not dry all day due to high humidity. Summertime temperatures are in the upper 80s to low 90s with several days each summer above 100 f. While i understand parts shortages, i am also unable to drive with a passenger in my car in what i believe is a safe manner. If a manufacturer cannot fix as recall in a reasonable time they should make other provisions for vehicle owners. *tr
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- P0011 [1] "A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)
VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
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WBSBL93422JR15196 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93462JR17971 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93412JR15979 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93432JR15675 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93432JR17538 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93422JR16610 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93452JR14723 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93442JR12879 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93422JR12363 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93422JR13111 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93432JR15160 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93472JR18787 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93432JR15353 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93452JR13474 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93422JR16445 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93462JR17839 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |
WBSBL93402JR18095 | 2002 | M3 | REGENSBURG , GERMANY |