2006 BMW Z4 Problems and Repair Histories
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2006 BMW Z4s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2006 BMW Z4 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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BMW Z4 Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2006 | BMW Z4 | 32 Z4s, 10.3 months of data per Z4, average 45500 miles Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.36 |
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2006 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 61000 | 1800 | Constant Oil Pressure Valve leak. Rear differential seals leaking, A/C belt cracked - after 4 years of ownership. |
| Mar | 2011 | 64000 | 900 | Power window regulator broken, repaired by dealer. |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 92000 | 500 | Loose suspension parts |
| Jul | 2012 | 92300 | 1500 | Airbag light came on. |
| Apr | 2013 | 94000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 66000 | 1150 | replaced front lower control arms and bushings |
| Oct | 2011 | 79700 | 150 | replaced coil cylinder #5 |
| Mar | 2013 | 100000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 44000 | 25 | alarm would go off after set. replaced the under hood switch. |
| Mar | 2013 | 54000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | Screw fell out of convertible top, oil change, and sticky top latch. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 65500 | 780 | Replace passenger-side broken engine mount bolts, engine mount bracket and rubber mount seats. |
| Dec | 2012 | 70000 | 300 | Dead battery |
| Feb | 2013 | 72000 | 2000 | Oil cooler leaking. |
| Mar | 2013 | 72000 | 500 | A/C not cooling air, vacuum tested, no leaks found, A/C recharged and functioning well. High pressure power steering line seeping/saturated, replaced line. |
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 210 | Had recommended oil change and brake fluid changes. Put in modified CDV and had computer settings modified. No cost for services. | |
| Apr | 2010 | 11000 | 0 | TSB for sill plate damage. |
| May | 2010 | 12000 | 0 | Broken cupholder Replaced expired BMW mobility kit. |
| Mar | 2013 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | windshield cowl trim piece was warped & cracked. |
| Jan | 2011 | 21000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 8060 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 8680 | 0 | Left hand side inner Halo light ring not lighting, Light out warning on dash. Dealer had to order new headlight assembly for repair. |
| Mar | 2013 | 13640 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 40000 | 0 | headlight replaced |
| Oct | 2010 | 51000 | 0 | Small electrical component in front fascia. |
| Nov | 2010 | 51500 | 0 | Wire wrap melted on wire next to vanos. Replaced wire wrap. |
| Mar | 2013 | 70000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | AC computer (IHK) died. Blew hot air when the compressor was working. Replaced IHK, now working. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | Service Engine Soon light - reprogrammed DME via SIB 12-09-06. Basically a software update. | |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | Service Engine Soon light - cause was faulty oxygen sensor. Replaced under warranty. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 31000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 21000 | 0 | nav system error, blown speaker |
| Jan | 2010 | 22700 | 60 | Replace rear side marker, replace M emblem on engine after chrome bubbled |
| Aug | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 35700 | 625 | Starter intermittently dead. Replaced starter. |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 29000 | 0 | Spring holding the hood up at the front broke. |
| Mar | 2013 | 37000 | 430 | Power steering hose was leaking, replaced. |
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 23500 | 0 | Tighten loose dashboard screws. Replace driver's side xenon lamp. |
| Dec | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | rattle in the dash area, fixed to my satisfaction. |
| Aug | 2010 | 35000 | 179 | cleaning of fuel injectors |
| Oct | 2011 | 44000 | 1600 | Brake pads and rotors needed normal replacement. |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 28000 | 2000 | Convertible roof motor needed replacement. |
| BMW Z4 in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 40300 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 41540 | 3000 | Had many lights on, speedo did not work. ABS, Traction control and brake lights all on. Replaced ABS module, corrected al problems |
| Nov | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 60000 | 500 | Battery safety fuse fired off. Mechanic put back together but dash light is still on. He will order parts to replace. Airbag light is on. |
| Jul | 2012 | 64000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 86700 | 1700 | pmpt to raise and lower the convertible top went out |
| May | 2013 | 95000 | 5100 | pump for convertible top failed |
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 20000 | 0 | Lifter noise, replaced lifters. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 46000 | 4200 | antennae for gps had to be replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | passenger side power window and same side cup holder. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 23000 | 0 | Strut Tower brace became loose |
| Sep | 2010 | 26000 | 0 | Defective starter motor was replaced |
| Oct | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | Replace Xenon headlight control unit - under warranty |
| Apr | 2010 | 35000 | 0 | Thumping sound when exit/enter a driveway. Caused by loose mounting bolts on strut braces. |
| Jul | 2010 | 39000 | 0 | Replaced bad motor for power window Replaced bad motor for convertible top |
| Jun | 2011 | 50000 | 100 | A/C did not cool properly. Shop could not find leak and added refrigerant. |
| Feb | 2012 | 54000 | 1400 | DSC computer crapped out & needed replacement |
| Oct | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 16800 | 0 | CUP HOLDER REPLACED |
| Dec | 2010 | 39000 | 0 | switch on clutch was replaced so engine could be started |
| Mar | 2011 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 33000 | 0 | Engine making ticking noise. All lifters and related parts replaced. Known problem |
| May | 2010 | 36000 | 0 | Replacement of vehicle head assembly |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 17000 | 0 | Two broken cupholders. |
| Jan | 2010 | 17300 | 0 | Replaced lifters to solve problem of ticking noise. |
| May | 2010 | 19000 | 0 | Ticking sound from engine after short trips. Head replacement approved and parts ordered. |
| Jun | 2010 | 22000 | 0 | head replacement to correct ticking sound |
| Mar | 2013 | 30000 | 0 | Starter pinion not always fully retracting causing noise on some start ups. |
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | Valve tapping when cold. Shop replaced all exhaust side hydr. valve pushrods slow automatic transmission fluid leak. |
| Feb | 2010 | 27000 | 0 | Transmission still leaking when traded after two trips to repair it. |
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 49000 | 175 | Had to replace battery, found a 3 year warrenty for 175.00 |
| Mar | 2013 | 53000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 31000 | 0 | Convertible top does not work anymore. Motors and switches seem to work, but top no longer raises or lowers. Top needs to be removed for further examination. Very expensive to do that. |
| Sep | 2012 | 32000 | 1100 | Replaced convertible top pump and motor assembly. Not rusty as most are, just stopped working. |
| Mar | 2013 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 28700 | 0 | Plugged condensation drain |
| Mar | 2012 | 36000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 28000 | 0 | drain for convertible top motor clogged, water damaged motor, needed to be replaced. |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 13000 | 0 | Valve lifter problem |
| Jan | 2010 | 14000 | 0 | Valve noise, BMW performed hydraulic valve "flush" per an TSB. |
| Nov | 2011 | 19000 | 0 | Replace valve lifters.....ticking noise when cold or after short trips |
| Jun | 2012 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Pressure plate failure |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 34000 | 50 | driver side window regulator went bad, required replacement. |
| Jun | 2011 | 34000 | 50 | Head was replaced due to ongoing lifter tick problem, covered under CPO warranty. |
| BMW Z4 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 21000 | 0 | Hydraulic motor for convertible top is toast, needed replacing. |
| Sep | 2010 | 22000 | 50 | The hydraulic motor on the convertible top went out, still under extended warranty so the cost was only $50 which was the stated deductible. |
| Feb | 2013 | 42000 | 2700 | The door lock on passenger side did not engage if a key was used. The part came from Germany and the door had to be taken off since some of the old lock cylinder feel inside the door The bushings were wearing out, the car is 7 years old |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 23560 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 24180 | 0 | The passenger cup holder broken - was replaced under warranty - dash "wood" cracked - replaced under warranty - also did a "low mileage" oil change under the free maintenance policy |
| Jan | 2012 | 32240 | 50 | one rear spring was broken - repaired for $50 under certified warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 35960 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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