2002 BMW Z3 CoupeBmw Z3 Coupe 2002

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe, manufacturered by Bmw Manufacturer Corporation / Bmw North America.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Two Seaters Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar).

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
BMW4US 5UM Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
17 - 19 MPG25 - 26 MPG423.19 - 444.35 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe?
     - The 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 - 19 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 25 - 26 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe is $3300.
  • Where is the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe produced?
     - The 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe is produced in Greer South Carolina, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe?
     - There are 1 recall(s) for the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe, additional information is below.
  • How much horsepower does the 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe have?
     - The 2002 BMW Z3 Coupe has 184 horsepower.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 2.5L 6 cylinder 5-speed automatic
  • 2.5L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
  • 3L 6 cylinder 5-speed automatic
  • 3L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 60990 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Z3 Coupe

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3300
    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 1,25
    Vehicle record id17337
    Model name (carline)Z3 Coupe
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.3435
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.7183
    EPA vehicle size classTwo Seaters
    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-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE
    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
  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Z3 Coupe

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3150
    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 1,26
    Vehicle record id17338
    Model name (carline)Z3 Coupe
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 123.3
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.6925
    EPA vehicle size classTwo Seaters
    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-6000
    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

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • SI B12 12 10 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Bmw: when at lower speeds or stopping the engine idle dips too low because of a software problem. *rm
  • SIB-63-02-01 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm
  • SIB-32-04-07 - STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *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
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 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
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body ClassConvertible/Cabriolet
DisplacementCC2500.0
DisplacementCI152.2
DisplacementL2.5
Doors2
Engine Cylinders6
EngineHP184
EngineKW137.2088
Engine ManufacturerBMW Manufacturing Corp.
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryGasoline
MakeBMW
MakeID452
ManufacturerBMW MANUFACTURER CORPORATION / BMW NORTH AMERICA
Manufacturer Id968
ModelZ3
ModelID5239
Model Year2002
NCSA Body TypeConvertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar)
NCSA MakeBMW
NCSA ModelZ3
Other Restraint System InfoDriver and Passenger Dual-stage Advanced Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Plant CityGREER
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant StateSOUTH CAROLINA
Seat Belts AllManual
SeriesRoadster 2.5
VIN4USCN33452LM06009
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20200716

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

NoNoN NoneNone20200715

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

NoNoN NoneNone20191203

Air bag fault light is coming in and out on the vehicle display

NoNoN NoneNone20190902

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20160808

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

NoNoN NoneNone20151219

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20060228

Passenger air bag failure. Pressure switch in passenger seat failed. Has not been repaired. *tr

Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
4USCN534X2LJ604112002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCN33482LK517012002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCN334X2LM063592002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCN33492LM052832002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCN33452LM060092002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5UMCN93482LK612282002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5UMCL93402LJ821872002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCK73482LM140862002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCN33402LM058972002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCN534X2LL504492002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5UMCL93472LJ821852002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCK734X2LJ160422002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCN33402LK519972002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCK73402LJ161152002Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)

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