2006 BMW Z4: recalls, safety & fuel economy

Crash-test ratings

• 2006 BMW Z4 Roadster w/SAB

  Overall

  Not rated

  Frontal

  Not rated

  Side

  Not rated

  Rollover

  Not rated

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.

Quick answers

Does the 2006 BMW Z4 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2006 BMW Z4, involving the engine and engine cooling. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; ask the seller for proof they were done.

What is the gas mileage of the 2006 BMW Z4?

The EPA rates it at 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) combined.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW Z4?

Owners have filed 91 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are Steering, Air bags, Electrical system.

Owner-reported problems

91 complaints filed with NHTSA (1 involving a crash, 3 a fire). Most-reported areas:

• Steering55
• Air bags14
• Electrical system13
• Engine5
• Exterior lighting4
• Engine and engine cooling4
• Seats3
• Unknown or other2

Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.

Fuel economy

Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.

Safety recalls (2)

• ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) · #19V273000 · 04/04/2019

  BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 530xi Sports Wagon, 325i, 325xi, 325xi Sports Wagon, 330i, 330xi, Z4 3.0i and Z4 3.0si vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

  Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion to recall 17V-683.

• ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) · #22V119000 · 02/03/2022

  BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4…

  Remedy: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.