1996 BMW Z3Bmw Z3 1996

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 1996 BMW Z3, 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
20 MPG29 MPG386.39 g/mile
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Sub-models: - Z3 Roadster -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1996 BMW Z3?
     - The 1996 BMW Z3 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 20 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 29 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 BMW Z3?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 BMW Z3 can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW Z3?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW Z3 is $2900.
  • Where is the 1996 BMW Z3 produced?
     - The 1996 BMW Z3 is produced in Greer South Carolina, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1996 BMW Z3?
     - There are 3 recall(s) for the 1996 BMW Z3, additional information is below.
  • How much horsepower does the 1996 BMW Z3 have?
     - The 1996 BMW Z3 has 137 horsepower.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 1.9L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
  • 1.9L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • 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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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Z3 Roadster

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index12037
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 id12509
    Model name (carline)Z3 Roadster
    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 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    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-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 cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index12037
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 id12510
    Model name (carline)Z3 Roadster
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    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 125.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    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-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

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
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 & Passenger)
Body ClassConvertible/Cabriolet
DisplacementCC1900.00
DisplacementCI115.8
DisplacementL1.90
Doors2
Engine Cylinders4
EngineHP137
EngineKW102.1609
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 Year1996
NCSA Body TypeConvertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar)
NCSA MakeBMW
NCSA ModelZ3
Other Restraint System InfoDriver and Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Plant CityGREER
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant StateSOUTH CAROLINA
Seat Belts AllManual
SeriesZ3
TrimRoadster 1.9
VIN4USCH7322TLB72848
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20180504

Driver seat sliding back and forth while driving in motion

NoFireN NoneNone20140424

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20130522

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20120404

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

NoNoN NoneNone20101231

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

NoNoN NoneNone20080922

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

NoNoN NoneNone20040221

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

NoNoN NoneNone20040221

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

NoNoN NoneNone20030930

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

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4USCH7322TLB728481996Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
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4USCH7325TLB768761996Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
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4USCH7328TLB699401996Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4USCH7327TLB662841996Z3GREER SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)

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