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Bmw 2002 — Years to Avoid

Reliability breakdown of every Bmw 2002 model year. Based on NHTSA owner complaints, federal recalls, and safety investigations.

Model Years
8
Years to Avoid
1972
Best Years
1971, 1970

How we calculate this

Each year receives a composite risk score based on NHTSA owner complaints, federal recalls, safety investigations, and technical service bulletins. Years scoring more than 2x the model's average are flagged as “years to avoid.” Years in the lowest risk bracket are marked as “best years.” All data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Which Bmw 2002 Years Should You Avoid?

Based on federal safety data, the 1972 Bmw 2002 is the most problematic year, with significantly higher rates of owner complaints, recalls, and safety investigations compared to other model years.

If you're shopping for a used Bmw 2002, consider the 1971, 1970 model years — these have the fewest reported issues relative to other years.

8 model years analyzed