MYRModel Year Report

2016 BMW Z4

○ Not enough data
2016 BMW Z4
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:49:01.760Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW Z4 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2002: 4 complaints 2002 2003: 414 complaints 2004: 411 complaints 2005: 190 complaints 2005 2006: 91 complaints 2007: 33 complaints 2008: 19 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 46 complaints 2011 2012: 5 complaints 2013: 7 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2014 2015: 5 complaints 2016: 4 complaints 2016 2019: 5 complaints 2019 2020: 4 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 1 complaints 2022 2023: 0 complaints 2023
2016: 4 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
20024
2003414
2004411
2005190
200691
200733
200819
200922
201010
201146
20125
20137
20147
20155
20164
20195
20204
20210
20221
20230

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW Z4.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200313

SEAT BELTS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.

Show complaint excerpts

ABOUT 20% OF TIME, DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT JAMS, WILL NOT RELEASE FROM RECESS/RETAINER BEHIND SEAT WITHOUT USING MY HAND FOR COUPLE MINUTES TO JIGGLE ENOUGH. NO PROBLEM ONCE I GET IT TO RELEASE. THEN FITS IN CONNECTOR AND ALSO RELEASES OK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160922

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2016 BMW Z4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250219

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2016 BMW Z4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250219

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20250328 — electrical system, engine and engine cooling

BMW of North America, LLC.

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.

Campaign 24V608000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 BMW Z4 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 24V608000 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2007 ▲ 2011 ▲ 2006

WORST YEARS

■ 2003 ■ 2004 ■ 2005

See all years ranked →

FAQ

Is the 2016 BMW Z4 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 2016 BMW Z4?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 BMW Z4 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.