BMW Z4 stalling problems

Filed Jun 12, 2024 · Engine · 30,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2011 BMW Z4. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was difficult to restart. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. 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 failure mileage was approximately 30,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jun 15, 2022 · Engine · 120,000 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2006 BMW Z4. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. Additionally, there was a burning odor on the inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who changed the engine spark plugs however, the failure persisted. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed May 17, 2022 · Engine · 52,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2006 BMW Z4. The contact stated that while at a complete stop at the traffic light, the vehicle overheated and stalled. The coolant temperature warning light illuminated. The contact waited for the vehicle to cool down and then restarted the vehicle and continued driving. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times. The vehicle was towed to the dealer several times. The dealer completed the engine lifters replacement and other unknown repairs however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while stopped at the traffic light, the vehicle began to overheat significantly and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The contact immediately exited the vehicle. The contact later pushed the vehicle to the side of the road with assistance. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V273000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jan 25, 2018 · Engine, Fuel system · 52,000 miles · VA

Vehicle stalls when attempting to move from a stopped position. Stalls at or in trying to move through intersections

Filed Aug 3, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 98,000 miles · DC

Engine unexpectedly stalled and shutdown while in movement with potential to cause accident. Vehicle cannot be turned on until full stop is achieved and transmission placed in "p." idle engine RPM continues to vary drastically up and down with indication a problem persists and is likely pose the same safety risk. I bought vehicle used on 2012 and had the issue shortly after purchase twice at highway speeds. Dealership took months to apparently resolve. I am back at risk.

Filed Jun 25, 2015 · Electrical · 10,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw z4. While driving 40 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The failure persisted. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v044000 (electrical system). The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Filed Jun 11, 2014 · Engine · 28,000 miles · AL

The car has stalled multiple time when coming to a stop. In some instances I did not have to come to a complete stop such as crossing a divided highway, just slowed significantly. As I went to accelerate through the intersection the engine had stalled and I was stuck in the middle of the intersection with no power. Car starts right back up each time but you must stop to place the car in drive(automatic transmission). Nearly hit by oncoming traffic on 3 separate occasions. Dealership was able to replicate, sold me a $400 battery as the fix. Car stalled on the way home from dealership. Returned the car but they could not replicate and since the instances did not produce a fault code they could do nothing. Car continues to stall which makes it a safety hazard. There are 100's of post on bmw forums with the same issue but bmw claims to have no knowledge of the issue. Someone needs to step in and make them address the issue. This is not the known battery cable issue, that was replaced per recall.

Filed Apr 29, 2014 · Engine · 76,700 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw z4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was unable to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was unknown. The mechanic diagnosed the engine as having low compression and he heard the timing chain flapping. The mechanic recommended the dealer taking a look at the vehicle. The dealer determined the bolts holding the timing chain tensioner had sheared off. Updated 07/15/14

Filed Feb 24, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 12,997 miles · CA

My bmw z4 2011 stalled for the third time. This happened in a parking lot as my car was slowing down. The engine shut down completely and I had no power steering. I took my vehicle into the dealership the next day for service and contacted bmw USA. I purchased and installed a dash camera and captured the stalling on the third incident and provided them the footage. Bmw USA did a visual inspection and claimed that my after-market LED light bulb in my daytime running lights was the cause of my stalling without providing any documentation or testing. Based on their conclusions, they voided my electrical and powertrain warranty and denied any repairs to be made by any bmw dealership per bmw USA. There is a definite issue with this vehicle stalling that bmw cannot resolve and they have resorted to blaming the consumer without proper testing or documentation.

Filed Aug 13, 2013 · Engine · CA

The car stalled for the first time. I was driving for about 5 minutes at around 25-35 MPH and made a stop at a traffic light. While at a complete stop, the car engine and all the electrical shut off completely while in gear. I put the car into 'park' then tried to restart. It did not start the engine but the electrical came back on and the yellow check engine light appeared. After two attempts (taking key out, putting key in, and starting the engine), the car starts again and everything went back to normal.