Bmw Z3 Roadster 1996
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster, 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).
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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BMW | 4US 5UM | Premium |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
20 MPG | 29 MPG | 386.39 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster?
- The 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 20 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 29 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster is $2900.
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Where is the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster produced?
- The 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster is produced in Greer South Carolina, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster?
- There are 3 recall(s) for the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster, additional information is below.
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How much horsepower does the 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster have?
- The 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster has 137 horsepower.
- 1.9L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 1.9L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
Recall 60705 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Recall 16179 [USA]: This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. it his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recall 1997173 [Canada]: Engine
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Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Z3 Roadster
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -4750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.9352 City mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.9 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 12037 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2900 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Vehicle record id 12509 Model name (carline) Z3 Roadster Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 25.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 40.0 EPA vehicle size class Two Seaters You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -4750 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 Roadster
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -4750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.9352 City mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.9 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 12037 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2900 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, 29 Vehicle record id 12510 Model name (carline) Z3 Roadster 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 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 25.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 40.0 EPA vehicle size class Two 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 -4750 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.
- 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
- 12 15 96 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Rough idle
- 121099 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Information regarding voluntary emission recall campaign no. 99e-a01. *tt
- 16 01 98 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Information on evaporative emission control and fuel filler cap / filler door labels. *yc
- 12 09 97 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: The data set of the engine control module (dme) needs to be updated. *ak
- 12 15 96 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: M44 misfire faults 50, 51, 52 or 53. *tw
- 16 01 97 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY: Fuel tank flourination. *tw
- 52 01 97 - SEATS: Seat backrest paddding wearing. *tw
- 72/07/96 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Child airbag letter, warning label and safety reference card. *tw
- 41/02/96 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Creaks or rattles from a-pillar area. *tw
- 61/18/96 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH: Dimming function of headlight switch inoperative. *tw
- 12/15/96 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: M44 misfire faults 50, 51, 52 or 53. *tw
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 |
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Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver & Passenger) |
Body Class | Convertible/Cabriolet |
DisplacementCC | 1900.00 |
DisplacementCI | 115.8 |
DisplacementL | 1.90 |
Doors | 2 |
Engine Cylinders | 4 |
EngineHP | 137 |
EngineKW | 102.1609 |
Engine Manufacturer | BMW Manufacturing Corp. |
Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
Make | BMW |
MakeID | 452 |
Manufacturer | BMW MANUFACTURER CORPORATION / BMW NORTH AMERICA |
Manufacturer Id | 968 |
Model | Z3 |
ModelID | 5239 |
Model Year | 1996 |
NCSA Body Type | Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar) |
NCSA Make | BMW |
NCSA Model | Z3 |
Other Restraint System Info | Driver and Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) |
Plant City | GREER |
Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
Plant State | SOUTH CAROLINA |
Seat Belts All | Manual |
Series | Z3 |
Trim | Roadster 1.9 |
VIN | 4USCH7322TLB72848 |
Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20180504 |
Driver seat sliding back and forth while driving in motion
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20140424 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 bmw z3. While the vehicle was stationary, the driver's seat heater malfunctioned. The contact stated that the seat heater burned a hole in the leather seat and also burned a hole in her jeans. The contact was not injured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
No | No | N | None | None | 20130522 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 bmw z3. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the seat belt could not be unlatched when the driver would depress or add any pressure to the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the air bag sensor and the seat belt assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000.
No | No | N | None | None | 20120404 |
Driver and passenger seats move forward/backwards during acceleration and breaking at any speed, gas gauge reads empty on full tank or fluxes on dash and air bag light stays on for 3-5 min. At a time when starting up ignition. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20101231 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 bmw z3. The contact stated that there was an increase in exhaust fumes and a rattling noise was coming from the catalic converter. The contact also stated that erosion in the monolith became loose in the housing. The check engine light would also illuminate on the instrument panel at any time. The dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 94,000 and the current mileage was 97,000. Updated 09/21/11 *bf updated 10/07/11
No | No | N | None | None | 20080922 |
The driver seat moves forward when the brakes are applied hard. My mechanic says that this is a common problem with the z3's. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20040221 |
Srs light came on after adjusting the seat. Bmw has issued several service bulletins re srs problems, so clearly they are aware of the problem. Yet bmw refuses to issue a recall to properly retrofit the wiring harness.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040221 |
Srs light came on after adjusting the seat. According to reports from numerous z3 owners, this a common problem. Bmw has issued several service bulletins regarding this problem. As srs failure could result in serious injury or death, bmw should correct the problem by properly redesigning the defective part(s). *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20030930 |
The airbag warning light has come on, been repaired by the manufacturer, and has come on again. Manufacturer states that airbags will not operate properly without repair. *la
VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
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4USCH7322TLB72848 | 1996 | Z3 | GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
4USCH732XTLB68126 | 1996 | Z3 | GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
4USCH7325TLB76876 | 1996 | Z3 | GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
4USCH7323TLB70834 | 1996 | Z3 | GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
4USCH7328TLB69940 | 1996 | Z3 | GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
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