BMW, Toyota Supra: Engine Starter May Catch Fire critical
On affected vehicles, the engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
BMW Z4 recalls
11 recalls covering model years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — a recall may apply only to some vehicles of a given year.
- 11 recalls
- 7 rated high or critical
- 1 do-not-drive / park-outside
- 12 owner complaints
- Jan 30, 2026 newest recall
BMW and Toyota Supra Starter Relay Fire Risk critical
Certain BMW X3, X4, Z4, and Toyota Supra vehicles have an engine starter relay that can corrode over time. Once corroded, the relay may overheat and short circuit. This electrical problem can increase the risk of a fire, whether the vehicle is being driven or is already parked.
⚠ NHTSA advises: park outside and away from structures (fire risk).
BMW windows and sunroof may close without key present medium
BMW is recalling certain 2023 8 Series and 2 Series models and 2022-2023 Z4 sDrive30i and Z4 M40i vehicles. After the digital key is taken out of the vehicle, the software may still let the power windows and sunroof be closed. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet the federal safety rule for power-operated window systems. Dealers will update the software free of charge, and the digital key function through cellular service and Wi-Fi will be turned off until the update is done.
BMW and Toyota Supra May Lose Brake Assist medium
During engine start-up, a problem with the engine's control software may cause a loss of brake assist. Full mechanical braking, without the assist, would still be available. Losing brake assist increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the engine control software on affected vehicles, free of charge.
BMW, MINI and Toyota Supra passenger seat belt retractor fault medium
BMW is recalling certain BMW, MINI, Rolls Royce and Toyota Supra vehicles. The passenger seat belt has a locking feature that can switch off too early, before the belt webbing has pulled all the way back in. Because of this, these seat belt assemblies do not meet the federal safety standard for occupant crash protection. Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors and the seat belts themselves, and replace the retractors if that is needed.
BMW Z4, Toyota Supra Fuel Tank May Leak critical
On some BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra vehicles, the weld joining the two halves of the fuel tank may not have been done well enough, which can cause the weld to fail over time. If the weld fails, fuel could leak from the tank. If that leaking fuel comes into contact with something that can ignite it, it increases the risk of a fire.
BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra Headlights May Be Misaligned high
On certain BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra vehicles, the headlamps can be adjusted horizontally, which does not meet federal lighting requirements.
BMW and Toyota Sports Cars: Steering Tie Rod May Fracture high
Certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles may have a steering gear tie rod that becomes damaged. This can happen in certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces. This damage can develop gradually before resulting in an actual fracture of the tie rod.
BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra Headlights May Fail medium
The control units that operate the headlights on these vehicles may fail over time. When a control unit fails, it can cause the vehicle to lose the use of one headlight, or in some cases both headlights at once. Losing headlights reduces the driver's visibility, making it harder to see the road while driving.
BMW Z4 Engine Counterbalance Shaft May Loosen high
The needle roller bearings that support the engine's counterbalance shaft may not have been installed correctly during manufacturing. This can allow the counterbalance shaft to loosen over time while the vehicle is being driven.
BMW, Toyota Supra backup camera image can vanish high
On certain BMW, Rolls-Royce and Toyota Supra models, the backup camera and display settings can be adjusted so the rear-view image no longer shows on the screen. Once set this way, the system keeps that setting the next time the vehicle is put in reverse, so no camera image appears.
BMW problem guides that cover the Z4
- BMW Electrical Recalls Involve Battery Fires and Starter Connection Problems · 28 recalls
- BMW Exterior Lighting Recalls Cover Headlight Failures and Loose Lamps · 10 recalls
- BMW Steering Recalls Involving Loose Connections and Unexpected Wheel Movement · 10 recalls
- BMW Seat Belt Recalls Cover Retractors, Sensors, and Missing Warnings · 8 recalls
- BMW Backup Camera Recalls Address Missing and Obscured Rearview Images · 5 recalls
- BMW Fuel System Recalls Cover Leaks and Incorrect Gauge Readings · 5 recalls
- BMW Engine Recalls Cover Oil Leaks and Brake Assist Loss · 3 recalls
- BMW Windshield Leaks and Unintended Window or Sunroof Closing · 3 recalls
Z4 model years compared
Recalls and NHTSA owner complaints for each model year, side by side. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and better-selling or older years naturally collect more — read this as a record, not a ranking.
| Model year | Recalls | High / critical | Do-not-drive / park-outside | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
BMW Z4 recall questions
How many recalls does the BMW Z4 have?
NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls covering the 2019–2022 BMW Z4. 7 of them are rated high or critical on this site. The most recent is "BMW, Toyota Supra: Engine Starter May Catch Fire" (NHTSA campaign 26V056000), reported Jan 30, 2026.
Which BMW Z4 model year has the most recalls?
The 2019 BMW Z4 has the most, with 6 recalls. The 2022 model year has the fewest of the years we cover, with 3. Newer model years have had less time to collect recalls, so a low count on a recent year is not a guarantee.
Is there a do-not-drive or park-outside recall on the BMW Z4?
Yes. 1 BMW Z4 recall carries a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory from NHTSA: BMW and Toyota Supra Starter Relay Fire Risk (25V636000). These apply only to the affected vehicles, so check your VIN.
How do I check whether my BMW Z4 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall often applies to only some vehicles of a model year, and the VIN lookup shows the ones still unrepaired on your car. Recall repairs are free at any franchised BMW dealer, including for second owners.
Buying a used Z4?
Recalls and complaint record for one model year at a time: