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2016 BMW Z4 problems

The most common problem on the 2016 BMW Z4 is acceleration and speed control. It has fewer complaints than a typical Z4 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
4
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
62
Worst area
Acceleration
Fuel economy
19-26mpg

The worst 2016 BMW Z4 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Acceleration
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Seat belts
    1

Problems by type

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  • Acceleration
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Seat belts
    1

Recalls 1

Electrical system: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptaclesReported August 13, 2024 · 720,796 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
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.

Recall number 24V608000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2016 BMW Z4 62

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 62 bulletins for the 2016 BMW Z4

2016 BMW Z4 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.0L 4‑cylRWD2232-3326
3.0L 6‑cylRWD172319

What 2016 BMW Z4 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 19, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · FL

The contact owns a 2016 BMW Z4. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Aug 22, 2024 · FL

The air conditioning system has a very very foul musty smell when you first start the vehicle after sitting for a few hours. It will go away after a few minutes, but the dealer nor repair shops can fix the issue. System was cleaned, new micro air filter was installed, but still have the musty odor. Even the a/c drain was cleaned, all to no avail. This seems to be a class thing with all BMW vehicles according to the many BMW owners I have spoken with. But no one can fix the problem.

Filed Mar 13, 2020 · Acceleration · 8,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 bmw z4. The contact stated that while his wife was stopped and the brake pedal was depressed an unknown noise was heard as, the vehicle accelerated out of control and crashed into the rear of the vehicle in front causing that vehicle to crashed into the vehicle ahead of it. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver's side frontal and knee air bags deployed. The driver sustained minor injury that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an auto body repair facility. The contact called the bmw of temple dealer (6006 s general bruce dr, temple, tx 76502) and was told to call the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure as the contact was awaiting the report from the event data recorder (edr) and a case was opened. The contact was concerned as he wanted the cause of the failure to be diagnosed before the vehicle was returned to hm. The failure mileage was approximately 8,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Sep 22, 2016 · Seat belts · 200 miles · AZ

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. Two local dealers unable to fix. One even replaced entire mechanism, still jams. Manager said this model seems to have this problem. This occurs at a stand still, before putting car in gear, sometimes with motor on, sometime before I start the engine. Sometimes just opening the door causes the release. Other times, I have to put my hand under the belt and maneuver the belt until it relates from the retainer into which the belt retracts. No pictures included. Just a standard seat belt. Had a bmw 3351 for 7 years. Never had this problem once.

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Questions about the 2016 BMW Z4

Is the 2016 BMW Z4 reliable?

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2016 BMW Z4, fewer than a typical Z4 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 BMW Z4?

Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).

How many recalls does the 2016 BMW Z4 have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2016 BMW Z4 get?

Official estimates for the 2016 BMW Z4 range from 19 to 26 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 22 city and 32-33 highway.

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