Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
Jan 30, 2026
Model years: 2021, 2022
Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat. Safety Risk: A starter that overheats can create th
Also affects: Bmw X4, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw Z4 — Electrical
High risk
Sep 23, 2025
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, water could leak into the starter relay and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the relay could short circuit and the starter could overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X4
Bmw Z4 — Label
High risk
Aug 15, 2024
Model years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series
Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
Aug 13, 2024
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Issue: On certain vehicles, fluid from the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system could leak on the intake air hose. As a result, the fluid could enter the electrical connecto
Also affects: Bmw X1, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw 4 Series
Bmw Z4 — Powertrain
High risk
Dec 6, 2023
Model years: 2023
On certain vehicles, the integrated transmission control unit (ITCU) may not be sealed properly. As a result, transmission oil could leak into the unit and cause the transmission g
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
Oct 20, 2023
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit housing bolts could loosen or break. As a result, the camshaft could become incorrectly adjusted and cause
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw Z4 — Structure
High risk
Feb 17, 2023
Model years: 2023
On certain vehicles, a software problem could allow you to close the windows and roof without the digital key inside the vehicle. Canadian regulations require a key to be in or nea
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
Mar 2, 2022
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 or N52K 6-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater (blow-by heater) to short circuit and overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw Z4 — Brakes
High risk
Aug 3, 2021
Model years: 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the vacuum pump to be damaged during engine starting. If this happens, there could be a loss of brake assist. This can cause an
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X4
Bmw Z4 — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Jul 21, 2021
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Mini Countryman, Bmw X1, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 3 Series
Bmw Z4 — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Aug 27, 2020
Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain vehicles, the headlight adjustment plugs were not properly installed when the vehicle was assembled. As a result, the headlights may be adjusted horizontally. Canadian r
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw Z4 — Steering
High risk
Jun 16, 2020
Model years: 2019
Issue: On certain vehicles, high temperatures and excessive vibration could cause damage to the steering tie rods. If this happens, the tie rods could break. This could result in a
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series
Bmw Z4 — Visual System
High risk
Oct 1, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, the rearview camera does not return to the default settings when it turns on. This could make the rearview image difficult to see if a driver had previo
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw 3 Series
Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
Apr 5, 2019
Model years: 2006
On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 6-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater to overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw Z4 — Powertrain
High risk
Feb 13, 2019
Model years: 2019
On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal may interfere with a wiring harness. This could cause the accelerator pedal to get stuck.
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
Sep 28, 2017
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles equipped with the N52 6-cylinder engine, an electrical short could occur in the PCV valve heater due to manufacturing irregularities. If this occurs, the surrou
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw Z4 — Powertrain
High risk
May 3, 2017
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the rivet connections for the constant velocity (CV) joint of the rear driveshaft may have insufficient durability. Over time, this could cause the CV joint to
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw Z4 — Powertrain
High risk
Feb 3, 2017
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the rivet connections for the constant velocity (CV) joint of the rear driveshaft may have insufficient durability. Over time, this could cause the CV joint to
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 5 Series
Bmw Z4 — Electrical
High risk
Jul 30, 2015
Model years: 2015
Certain vehicles, which were parked at the port of entry in Halifax during the ice storms in February 2015, may have been exposed to excessive standing water and salt for an extend
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series
Bmw Z4 — Powertrain
High risk
Oct 3, 2014
Model years: 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, a defect in manufacturing could result in a loss of oil supply to the vacuum pump. If this were to occur, the vacuum pump could fail, causing a loss of power a
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3
Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
May 13, 2014
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home m
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw Z4 — Engine
High risk
Apr 10, 2014
Model years: 2010, 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home m
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw Z4 — Brakes
High risk
Sep 27, 2013
Model years: 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, a defect in manufacturing could result in a loss of oil supply to the vacuum pump. If this were to occur, the vacuum pump could fail, causing a loss of power a
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw Z4 — Airbag
High risk
Jul 5, 2013
Model years: 2006, 2007
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue over time. As a result, the passenger airbag could deactivate, illuminating the airbag warning lamp
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw Z4 — Electrical
High risk
Feb 7, 2013
Model years: 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the positive battery cable connection to the fuse box could fail while the vehicle is being driven. This could interrupt the vehicle’s electrical system, resul
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw Z4 — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Aug 26, 2008
Model years: 2004, 2005
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue during field usage depending on the seat configuration, vehicle geometry, manner and frequency of f
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 5 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw Z4 — Fuel System
High risk
Apr 5, 2004
Model years: 2003, 2004
Certain vehicles contain a defect involving the electric fuel pump. Under certain environmental conditions, for example, driving during high outside temperatures in combination wit
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