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2001 BMW Z3

WBACM11050LF18190

Vehicle record for the 2001 BMW Z3 (VIN WBACM11050LF18190). Blue, convertible, gasoline. Registered in Kyiv. 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year. Free specifications, registration region and recall data.

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At a glance

LocationKyiv, UKRAINE
ColorBlue
Recall campaigns1

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Year
2001
Body style
Convertible
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Displacement
4 L
Fuel type
Gasoline
Country of origin
Germany

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 2001 BMW Z3 data →

📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

🏭 Manufacturing & other

sourceua_mvs
Registration regionkyiv
Last operation date2021-09-17
Last operation360 - ПЕРЕРЕЄСТРАЦІЯ ТЗ У ЗВ`ЯЗКУ ЗІ ЗМІНОЮ АНКЕТНИХ ДАНИХ ВЛАСНИКА (З ЗМІНОЮ РЕГІОНУ РЕЄСТРАЦІЇ)».
PurposeЗагальний
Engine cc3982
Own weight kg1250
Total weight kg1490

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

What's a 2001 BMW Z3 worth?

What comparable 2001 BMW Z3 vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.

Low
$2,600
Typical price
$5,060
High
$7,600

Most 2001 BMW Z3 listings fall between $2,600 and $7,600, from 15 comparable cars.

Is the seller's price fair? Get this exact VIN's current market value — retail, trade-in & loan value — in the full report.

Exact-VIN valuations are part of the history report, available for US-titled vehicles.

Dimensions & weight

Length
159.4 in
Width
68.5 in
Height
50.8 in
Wheelbase
96.5 in
Curb weight
2,899–2,910 lb
Front track
55.5 in
Rear track
58.7 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2001 BMW Z3 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 6

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be free.

BMW: PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING AND REPLACING INCANDESCENT AND HALOGEN LIGHT BULBS UNDER WARRANTY. *RM

Bulletin SIB-63-02-01 · Exterior Lighting · Aug 2010

BMW: WHEN AT LOWER SPEEDS OR STOPPING THE ENGINE IDLE DIPS TOO LOW BECAUSE OF A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM

Bulletin SI B12 12 10 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2010

BMW: A NEW TECHNICAL PROCESS HAS BEEN CREATED FOR BMW TO IDENTIFY CAUSES OF STEERING COMPLAINTS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF MODELS. *RM

Bulletin SIB-32-04-07 · Steering · Jun 2010

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 WELL. IN SOME CASES, EPC…

Bulletin SIB-16-02-09 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 2009

SUBJECT REGARDING HARD SHIFTS, LEAK AT TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL. *TT

Bulletin SIB240202 · Power Train · Apr 2002

SUBJECT REGARDING ETM - DSC MK60 SUPPLEMENT. *TT

Bulletin 001100 · Electrical System · Nov 2000

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the Z3. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the BMW Z3

The BMW Z3 is a range of two-seater sports cars which was produced from 1995 to 2002. The body styles of the range are:2-door roadster 2-door coupé

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 1

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006

Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 7 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 BMW Z3, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System 4 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Tires 4 reports

🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Seats 4 reports

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Engine And Engine Cooling 3 reports

🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Equipment 3 reports

🔍 Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.

Air Bags 2 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Pre-purchase checklist

Owner complaints 19

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2001 BMW Z3.

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES

Component or System Failed: The critical safety component that failed—and was deliberately tampered with—is the ABS/DSC (Anti-lock Braking System / Dynamic Stability Control) module. The compromised component is currently on the vehicle and is readily available for physical inspection upon request. How Safety Was Put at Risk: My safety and the safety of the …

NHTSA ODI #11748391

AIR BAGS

THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL HAS BEEN ALIGHT FOR SOMETIME. I'M NOT CERTAIN IF IT'S AN AIRBAG FAILURE OR WHETHER IT'S ON THE DRIVERS OR PASSENGER SIDE. I WAS SURPRISED NOT TO FIND MY AUTO INCLUDED IN THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL LIST EVENT. CAN YOU SHED ANY LIGHT ON THIS MATTER? IF SO, MANY THANKS IN ADVANCE.

NHTSA ODI #11404637

AIR BAGS

PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON WHEN ENGINE IS ON. *TR

NHTSA ODI #11326781

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE,TIRES,SEATS,EQUIPMENT

2001 BMW Z3. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEVERAL VEHICLE PROBLEMS AND UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE FROM DEALERSHIP. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON EBAY. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS ARRIVED AND THEN EVALUATED, HE WAS INFORMED THE TIRES WERE OVER 10 YEARS OLD, SEVERAL LIGHTS WERE INOPERABLE, BOTH FOG LIGHT AND LEFT PARKING AND TURNING L…

NHTSA ODI #10567172

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

DOORLOCK CYLINDER ASSEMBLY INSIDE DOOR BREAKS, CAUSING LOCK CYLINDER NOT TO BE HELD IN PLACE & WHEN KEY IS INSERTED IN LOCK CYLINDER THE WHOLE LOCK CYLINDER JUST TURNS WITH THE KEY. MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOOR. I'M EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM WITH PASSENGER DOOR & THE DRIVERS DOOR IS STARTING TO ACT SLOPPY ALSO. THIS IS A PROBLEM EXPERIENC…

NHTSA ODI #10519677

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

THE CONSUMER STATED BARREL CYLINDER IN THE PASSENGER RIGHT SIDE DOOR JUST TURNS WHEN THE KEY IS INSERTED AND TURNS AROUND AND DOES NOT ENGAGE. *BF

NHTSA ODI #10505083

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EQUIPMENT

I HAVE A Z3 2001. THE CAR KEEPS STALLS WHILE DRIVING. THE BMW SERVICE DEPARTMENT IN COLUMBUS OHIO HAS BEEN UNABLE DETERMINE THE PROBLEM AND ARE UNABLE TO REPAIR IT. THEY SAID IT WAS A FUEL PUMP, THEN SAID IT WAS THE IDLE CONTROL VALVE THEN SAID THEY STILL DO NOT KNOW WHAT IS WRONG WITH IT.. THEY'VE HAD IT ON AND OFF SINCE MAY 6. (ABOUT ONE MONTH). THE …

NHTSA ODI #10334640

TIRES,EQUIPMENT

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW Z3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR VALVE STEMS HAD TO BE REPLACED ON HIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THEY WERE CRACKED AND CAUSED AIR TO LEAK FROM THE TIRES. THE VALVE STEMS WERE TECH INTERNATIONAL, MODEL TR413. THE TIRES WERE MANUFACTURED BY TOYO. THE PART NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER FOR THE VALVE STEMS WERE UNKNOWN. THE VIN WAS UNAVA…

NHTSA ODI #10270028

+ 11 more complaints on record.

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Is the VIN WBACM11050LF18190 valid?

WBACM11050LF18190 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2001 BMW Z3.

Are there safety recalls on the 2001 BMW Z3?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2001 BMW Z3 model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What is a fair price for a 2001 BMW Z3?

Comparable 2001 BMW Z3 listings run roughly $2,600–$7,600, typically around $5,060 (from 15 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.

Recall data checked 7 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.