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2002 BMW 5-Series Reliability Rating
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Rating
Comments
Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failure of the Valve Cover Gasket and failure of the Crankcase Ventilation Valve and Pressure Regulator Assembly. Failure of the Valve Cover Gasket cancause the engine to leak oil. Failure of the Crankcase Ventilation Valve and Pressure Regulator Assembly can cause running problems, oil consumption, and emissions-related fault codes. The cost to repair the Crankcase Ventilation Valve and Pressure Regulator Assembly is estimated at $150.00 to $350.00 for parts and $165.00 to $330.00 for labor, depending on engine type. The cost to repair the Valve Cover Gasket is $34.00 for parts and $117.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
A common problem on this vehicle is failure of both rear Upper Control Arms. Failure of both rear Upper Control Arms may directly affect the handling characteristics of the vehicle. The cost to repair both rear Upper Control Arms is estimated at $422.00 for parts and $117.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Minimal Problems
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Significant Problems
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