Power Train Related Problems of the 2000 BMW 540

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2000 BMW 540. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train driveline (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of BMW 540

Problem Category Number of Problems
Automatic Transmission problems
2
Power Train Driveline problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2000 BMW 540

The Automatic Transmission problem

Reverse gear stopped working completely and with no symptoms.   Read details...

The Power Train Driveline problem

While driving 30 mph vehicle vibrated from in the rear. Consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic determined that rear driveline failed.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other BMW 540 model year vehicles:



540 Service Bulletins
540 Safety Recalls
540 Defect Investigations