2013 BMW Z4
3 recalls, 12 complaints - 208 TSBs
24V608000 Aug 13, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 201... Read more
Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
14V627000 Oct 7, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
13V454000 Sep 26, 2013
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 ... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
2 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Feb 27, 2025
Incident date: Oct 12, 2022
The contact owned a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH going north on [XXX] towards [XXX] , another vehicle made a sudeen left turn. As a result, the vehicle T-boned the vehicle that was making a left turn, then the contact's vehicle came to a stop, and the oth... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STEERING
Feb 27, 2025
Incident date: Oct 12, 2022
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH and following a curve to the right, the steering wheel was very difficult to turn. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but occurred at v... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2025
Incident date: Oct 12, 2022
Three incidents have occurred in three months. Unintended Acceleration Incident #1. While turning right after a full stop on an uphill incline, the vehicle accelerated so quickly that the steering wheel couldn't be return to the neutral position before hitting a roadside signpost approximately 25 ... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 29, 2024
Incident date: Oct 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving up an incline at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle temporarily lost motive power, and the contact became aware that the vehicle had failed to shift out of first gear. The contact stated that the vehicle returned to normal fu... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 29, 2024
Incident date: Oct 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving up an incline at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle temporarily lost motive power, and the contact became aware that the vehicle had failed to shift out of first gear. The contact stated that the vehicle returned to normal fu... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 11, 2024
Incident date: Feb 10, 2024
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the air bag was flopping around. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but no assistance was provided. The contact called the local dea... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 11, 2024
Incident date: Feb 10, 2024
An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset occurred while the vehicle was in motion and resulted in park system damage. The entire transmission needs to be replaced.
ENGINE
Apr 11, 2024
Incident date: Feb 10, 2024
I was driving down the road in a 45. My car started to have no power. I no warning came on. Literally Cruising down the road it sounded like the motor blew. Had it towed to my local mechanic and he said it wasn’t good. Never had any faulty components prior to. No warning lamps have come on still a... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 8, 2020
Incident date: Jul 15, 2020
WATER LEAKED INTO FLOOR FROM AIR CONDITIONING EVAPORATIONS PAN.
WHEELS
Mar 29, 2018
Incident date: Mar 29, 2018
S10 APPROPRIATE HANDLING - COPY OF AN EMAIL TO BMW REGARDING CRACKS IN THE WHEEL. *LD THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR EXPENSES INCURRED AND NEW SET OF WHEELS. *JS
AIR BAGS
May 15, 2017
Incident date: May 3, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW Z4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR AND "PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT NOT ON" INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHEN THE PASSENGER EXITED THE VEHICLE, THE INDICATORS DIMMED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED TWO OTHER TIMES.... Read more
STEERING
Oct 27, 2016
Incident date: Oct 24, 2016
JUST PURCHASED A USED BMW Z4 AND REALIZE THAT THE STEERING IS STICKY. IN RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM FOUND THAT THIS HAD BEEN A A SAFETY ISSUE THAT RESULTED IN A RECALL. MY CAR WAS MANUFACTURED IN 2012 WHEN THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL ON A STEERING ISSUE. WHILE MY CAR IS A 2013 IT WAS MANUFACTURED AS NO... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 BMW Z4
208 manufacturer communications from 106 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 32 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 28 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 26 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 20 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 12 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 10 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 10 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 8 |
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B611305
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
B662419
Sep 1, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
B110317
Oct 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service
B110221
Sep 1, 2021
105700 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT
With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North Am
B110317
Sep 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
B110317
Sep 1, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
B110221
Sep 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North Am
SIB110317
Jul 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW of North America, LLC BMW NA is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
B110221
Jul 1, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North Am
B040221
Jun 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program
B040221
Jun 1, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program
B040221
Jun 1, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program
B011321
May 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B011321
May 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B011321
May 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B011321
May 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B840121
May 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provide
B110317
Dec 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM. Wear on the engine oil pump chain drive and timing chain sp
B110317
Dec 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM. Wear on the engine oil pump chain drive and timing chain sp
B652214
Apr 1, 2020
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
AUTOMATED ACTIVATION OF NAVIGATION SYSTEM DURING PDI/QC1: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B65 22 14 dated October 2015. The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department!
651512
Jul 12, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Service Action: CIC - Install Navigation Road Map Database 2013. Before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the Car Information Computer (CIC) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the CIC internal Hard Disc Drive (HDD).
513608
Jul 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
513608
Jul 10, 2019
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
122011
Jul 10, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
N54, N54T - Catalytic Converter Conversion Faults Stored. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp could come on with one or both of the following faults stored in the DME: * 29F4: catalytic converter conversion - bank 1 * 29F5: catalytic convert
122011
Jul 10, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
N54, N54T - Catalytic Converter Conversion Faults Stored. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp could come on with one or both of the following faults stored in the DME: * 29F4: catalytic converter conversion - bank 1 * 29F5: catalytic convert
B170318
Aug 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Butt connector for repairing a plug connection. The ?top up coolant? message is displayed in the central display (CC message ID 166). When checking the cooling system there are no leaks found and the expansion tank is filled to the proper l
B650709
Jun 1, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
B650709
May 1, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
B111417
Feb 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
N20 AND N26 ENGINES TURBOCHARGER ELECTRIC WASTEGATE ACTUATOR LINKAGE PIN CORROSION This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 14 17 dated February 2018.
B111116
Feb 1, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
N20 ENGINE OIL FEED LINE TO THE TURBOCHARGER:Within the BMW OmodelO vehicles listed above, BMW of North America, LLC (OBMW NAO) is extending the limited warranty for the engine oil feed line to the turbocharger
B110115
Feb 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the engine oil capacity specification for all vehicles with the N63R engine and xDrive.
B840314
Jan 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones: Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge.
B160213
Dec 5, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
A manufacturing defect inside the electric fuel delivery unit (in-tank fuel pump) pressure-limiting valve will result in a noise while driving. This defect will not lead to fuel pump failure or loss of power.
B010116
Dec 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N20 Engine Coolant Thermostat: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles
B840214
Jun 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated July 2014 What's New: Model - Removed models which no longer support BMW Assist functionality and added new models. Proce
SIM010917
Jun 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG)
SIM010717
Jun 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
SIM010617
Jun 1, 2017
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Visual Inspection of Brake discs/Rotors for new car deliveries
SIB010717
Jun 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The engine coolant thermostat component-specific limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000
B840214
May 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
B130315
Apr 1, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
?N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ? Identifying the injector type using the ISTA test plan ? Determining the injector part number using the new the parts table. The current versio
B840311
Apr 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
"?Telematics Device Spares Replacement Part Activation via DCSnet for BMW Assist What's New: ? Model: All models added along with 6AC option code ? Situation: All information added ? Information: Deleted CDMA related information and added a
B840316
Apr 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE ACTION: GSM COMBOX DEACTIVATION / DISCONTINUATION WITH 4 YEAR ASSIST SERVICE. What's New: ? Model: Option code removed to prevent confusion about affected vehicles ? Situation: Information added about Bluetooth functionality that is
B840816
Apr 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The underlying 2G technology for the GSM (Global System Mobile communication) COMBOX will no longer be supported by the cellular network providers after December 31, 2016. This COMBOX and the BMW Assist services that use its functionality w
B130315
Mar 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ? Procedure change: indentifying injector type using an ISTA test plan. . The current version of the ETK incorporates multiple part number errors
B110317
Feb 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
?N20 AND N26 ENGINE: HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE FROM LOWER ENGINE AREA . Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM. Wear on the engine oil pump chain drive sp
B240215
Nov 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
8HP: TRANSMISSION FLUID LOSS FROM COOLER LINES CONNECTIONS. There is a transmission fluid leak in the area around the oil cooler lines (on the transmission side). CAUSE Damaged O-rings due to unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances
B240215
Nov 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
8HP: TRANSMISSION FLUID LOSS FROM COOLER LINES CONNECTIONS. There is a transmission fluid leak in the area around the oil cooler lines (on the transmission side). CAUSE Damaged O-rings due to unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances
B111116
Oct 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"N20 ENGINE OIL FEED LINE TO THE TURBOCHARGER: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. When starting a cold engine, a ""plume of blue smoke"" can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. Ther
B652516
Oct 1, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
USB CABLE: BATTERY DISCHARGE/AUDIO FAILURE/RADIO RECEPTION. No sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or PDC. Poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. Possible Check Control system message: o Battery discharge w
B652516
Oct 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
USB CABLE: BATTERY DISCHARGE/AUDIO FAILURE/RADIO RECEPTION. No sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or PDC. Poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. Possible Check Control system message: o Battery discharge w
B121516
Sep 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN 16E-A04: DME - OBD. The DME software calibration for exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) on board diagnosis (OBD) may not function correctly. This would not cause problems with the vehicle emissions, but cou
B012016
Aug 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FOOTWELL MODULE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 8 YEARS/125,000 MILES. When performing ISTA/D diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the Footwell Module (FRM) could fail. There is a compatibility i
B012016
Aug 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
FOOTWELL MODULE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 8 YEARS/125,000 MILES. When performing ISTA/D diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the Footwell Module (FRM) could fail. There is a compatibility i
B012016
Aug 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FOOTWELL MODULE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 8 YEARS/125,000 MILES. When performing ISTA/D diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the Footwell Module (FRM) could fail. There is a compatibility i
B121516
Aug 1, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
"VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN 16E-A04: DME - OBD. The DME software calibration for exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) on board diagnosis (OBD) may not function correctly. This would not cause problems with the vehicle emissions, but cou
B511615
Aug 1, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
"Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affected vehicles, there i
B511615
Aug 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affected vehicles, there i
B840314
May 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In
B840314
May 1, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In
B111615
Apr 1, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. No turbo charger boost faults are stored and no driv
B111615
Feb 1, 2016
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI B11 16 15 dated September 2015 SUBJECT N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be
B111615
Feb 1, 2016
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI B11 16 15 dated September 2015 SUBJECT N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be
B111615
Feb 1, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI B11 16 15 dated September 2015 SUBJECT N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be
B120114
Feb 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"SI B12 01 14 February 2016 Electrical Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 01 14 dated April 2014. Due to an error in the DME (Digital Motor Electronics) software, the required oxygen sensor onboard
B120114
Feb 1, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
"SI B12 01 14 February 2016 Electrical Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 01 14 dated April 2014. Due to an error in the DME (Digital Motor Electronics) software, the required oxygen sensor onboard
B120114
Feb 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"SI B12 01 14 February 2016 Electrical Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 01 14 dated April 2014. Due to an error in the DME (Digital Motor Electronics) software, the required oxygen sensor onboard
B130315
Feb 1, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
SI B13 03 15 February 2016 Fuel Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 03 15 dated March 2015 and replaces SI B13 04 13 dated March 2014. SUBJECT N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Inje
B130315
Feb 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
SI B13 03 15 February 2016 Fuel Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 03 15 dated March 2015 and replaces SI B13 04 13 dated March 2014. SUBJECT N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Inje
B650216
Feb 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT Audio System Speaker Testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a NED (Non Electrical Diagnosis) Test Plan available. CAUSE We previously recommended use of the Audio Test CD (ATC) from BMW. This CD has been discontinued.
B650216
Feb 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SUBJECT Audio System Speaker Testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a NED (Non Electrical Diagnosis) Test Plan available. CAUSE We previously recommended use of the Audio Test CD (ATC) from BMW. This CD has been discontinued.
B840314
Feb 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the followi
B840314
Feb 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the followi
B650709
Jan 1, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent - A/C is Off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials.
B090615
Dec 1, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
New programming feature: Exclusion of Infotainment Control Units from Programming. Programming with ISTA/P 3.57.4, or a more recent update, displays a new Pop-Up window providing options for systems programming.
B513815
Dec 1, 2015
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Door Brake Makes Squeaking Noise. The customer may complain of a squeaking noise when opening or closing either front door. Debris inclusions imbed into the door brake slide mechanism.
B513815
Dec 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Door Brake Makes Squeaking Noise. The customer may complain of a squeaking noise when opening or closing either front door. Debris inclusions imbed into the door brake slide mechanism.
B111615
Sep 1, 2015
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
?N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. No turbo charger boost faults are stored and no dri
B111615
Sep 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
?N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. No turbo charger boost faults are stored and no dri
B111315
Aug 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
B111012
Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
N20 Engine: Repeated Juddering or Surging While Accelerating. The vehicle judders or surges repeatedly while accelerating in hot ambient temperatures between 3,000 RPM and 5,000 RPM. The Service Engine Soon lamp is not illuminated, and no f
11 10 12
Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
WHEN ACCELERATING, IN HOT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES, BETWEEN 3,000 RPM AND 5,000 RPM, CAUSES JUDDERS OR SURGES IN VEHICLE, REPEATEDLY, DUE TO THE ELECTROPNEUMATIC PRESSURE CONVERTOR. *MA
B111315
Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
B111315
Jul 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
The plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
B511615
Jul 1, 2015
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
"Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affected vehicles, there is an incorrect label regarding the appro
B611515
Jul 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CAS Module Fails Programming with CoAPI Error 2082. During vehicle programming, the CAS (Car Access System) module fails to program with CoAPI error 2082 displayed. Refer to the attachment, which lists the affected CAS serial numbers. The f
B611515
Jul 1, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
CAS Module Fails Programming with CoAPI Error 2082. During vehicle programming, the CAS (Car Access System) module fails to program with CoAPI error 2082 displayed. Refer to the attachment, which lists the affected CAS serial numbers. The f
B840215
Jul 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Cannot Update Bluetooth Software (KISU Data). The vehicle does not accept the KISU (Customer Initiated Software Update) software update.
B840215
Jul 1, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Cannot Update Bluetooth Software (KISU Data). The vehicle does not accept the KISU (Customer Initiated Software Update) software update.
B840215
Jul 1, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Cannot Update Bluetooth Software (KISU Data). The vehicle does not accept the KISU (Customer Initiated Software Update) software update.
SIB-24-02-15
Jun 1, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
BMW: ON TRANSMISSION SIDE, IN SOME VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION FLUID IS LEAKING AROUND THE AREA OF THE OIL COOLER LINES CAUSING UNFAVORABLE COOLING LINE CONNECTION TOLERANCES TO DAMAGE O RINGS. MODEL E84 (X1), E89 (Z4), F22 & 23 (2 SERIES)
B240215
Jun 1, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
8HP: Transmission Fluid Loss from Cooler Lines Connections. There is a transmission fluid leak in the area around the oil cooler lines (on the transmission side). CAUSE Damaged o-rings due to unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances
B650215
Jun 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
iDrive Controller Trim Peeling. The chrome ring on the iDrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion.
SIB-24-02-15
Jun 1, 2015
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
BMW: ON TRANSMISSION SIDE, IN SOME VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION FLUID IS LEAKING AROUND THE AREA OF THE OIL COOLER LINES CAUSING UNFAVORABLE COOLING LINE CONNECTION TOLERANCES TO DAMAGE O RINGS. MODEL E84 (X1), E89 (Z4), F22 & 23 (2 SERIES)
B360215
May 1, 2015
194000 TIRES:VALVE
Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to repla
B360215
May 1, 2015
200000 WHEELS
Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to repla
B510415
Apr 6, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
The customer complains of rattling noises from the rear window when driving on rough roads.
B130315
Apr 1, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
"N20 and N26 Engines: ETK Injector Part Number Error. INFORMATION The current version of ETK has an error on screen 13_1417: ""High -pressure pump/Tubing."" When selecting the high-pressure pump, the screen states ""only in conjunction with
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, BMW Z4
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE10020
Opened: Jun 28, 2010 , Closed: Jun 28, 2011
Sticky Steering
ODI has evaluated the sticky steering condition, which included reviews of complaints and warranty claims, interviews and surveys of owners of complaint vehicles, road tests of complaint vehicles, and a review of BMW's engineering and test data.ODI found the sticky steering condition does not result... Read more
BMW Z4 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW Z4 across all model years (2003, 2023).
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Total Recalls
1,443
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
38
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
BMW Z4 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 6 | 8 | View |
| 2019 | 6 | 7 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 10 | View |
| 2013 (current) | 3 | 12 | |
| 2012 | 4 | 7 | View |
| 2011 | 6 | 57 | View |
| 2010 | 5 | 10 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 26 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 27 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 42 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 107 | View |
| 2005 | 0 | 204 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 443 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 460 | View |
| 2002 | 0 | 6 | View |