2017 BMW M4

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2017 BMW M4
RENDERED 2026-11-01T18:18:51.638Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2017

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 22 complaints 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2 2018: 6 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2021: 1 complaint 2021 2022: 2 complaints 2024: 1 complaint 2024 2026: 0 complaints
2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 22 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 1 complaint 2021 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2024: 1 complaint 2024 2026: 0 complaints 2026
2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 22 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 1 complaint 2021 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2024: 1 complaint 2024 2026: 0 complaints 2026

2017: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
20140
201512
201622
20172
20186
20190
20201
20211
20222
20241
20260

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

2 of 2 total reports mention: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

There has been a recall on my car since November 2018, but BMW hasn't made the part available for my car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-07

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 BMW M4. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V713000 (Power train). The parts to do the repair were unavailable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-26

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2017-02-10Air bags16V914000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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    2017-04-10Air bags17V115000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive and M4 vehicles and Rolls-Royce Dawn vehicles.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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    2019-04-09Power train18V713000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.

    Remedy: BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Buy-smart checklist

2017 BMW M4 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 16V914000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V115000 · Air bags
  • Recall 18V713000 · Power train

FAQ

Is the 2017 BMW M4 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW M4?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 BMW M4 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.