What's New for 1999 BMW 5 Series
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 1999
New 528i and 540i sport wagons debut, all 5 Series models achieve low emission vehicle (LEV) status, and consumers will find extensive new standard and optional equipment on the cars. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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1999 BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
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Occasional problems on this vehicle are failure of the Thermostat and the Crankcase Ventilation Valve. The cost to repair the Thermostat is estimated at $52 for parts and $91 for labor. The cost to repair the Crankcase Ventilation Valve on is estimated at $63 for parts and $97.50 for labor, 6-cylinder engine, and $100 for parts and $130 for labor, 8-cylinder engine. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat-rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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An periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the Antilock Brake Wheel Speed Sensors. The cost to repair the Wheel Speed Sensors is estimated at $380.00 for parts and $130.00 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. |
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4 out of 5 |
Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
Reliability History for BMW 5 Series
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