BMW M4 years to avoid
No model year of the BMW M4 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best BMW M4 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
BMW M4 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common BMW M4 problems
All model years combined.
- Engine16
- Transmission14
- Fuel system8
- Suspension7
- Electrical5
- Brakes3
- Visibility2
- Steering2
- Driver assistance2
- Seats1
- Body1
BMW M4 problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | - | 1 | Driver assistance | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | - | 2 | Visibility | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | - | 1 | Brakes | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | - | 1 | Engine | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2018 | - | 6 | Fuel system | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2017 | - | 2 | Transmission | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2016 | - | 22 | Engine | 33,000 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2015 | - | 12 | Engine | 43,000 | 3 | 0 |
Recalls 13
BMW M4 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the BMW M4
What years of the BMW M4 should you avoid?
No single model year of the BMW M4 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used BMW M4?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the BMW M4?
Engine, with 16 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (14) and fuel system (8).
How many recalls does the BMW M4 have?
13 recalls between 2015 and 2024. The 2017 model year has the most, with 3.
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