Model year guide

2002 BMW Z8

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 BMW Z8 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2002 BMW Z8 — representative photo
Representative photo

2002 BMW Z8 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints3
Combined15 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 BMW Z8 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2002 BMW Z8.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2002 BMW Z8 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2002 BMW Z8 MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,500
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionManual 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$15,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 BMW Z8 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$27,500
Fuel only$27,500
Per mile$0.37

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 BMW Z8 vehicles on record

2002 BMW Z8 2002 BMW Z8WBAEJ11020AF79946

Other BMW Z8 model years

2003 2001 2000

2002 BMW Z8 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 BMW Z8 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2002 BMW Z8. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 BMW Z8?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2002 BMW Z8 get?

The 2002 BMW Z8 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (12 city / 19 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.