Across 7 model years, the BMW Z4 has 697 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 18 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are steering and air bags. 2003 drew the most complaints (414), 2022 the fewest (1).
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for BMW Z4 vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $11,995–$35,742.
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
Highest: 2003 (414 complaints). Lowest: 2022 (1).
Sentiment is highly dependent on the specific generation and powertrain. For the current generation (G29), the Z4 M40i variant receives extremely positive feedback from owners, described as "insanely good," "stupid fast," "incredible power," "balanced," and "t
Owner insights cover all generations of the Z4. Individual model years are broken down above.