BMW Z4 Transmission Problems and Repair Histories
BMW Z4 Transmission and Drivetrain problems reported via the Car Repair History and Car Reliability Surveys
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BMW Z4s for which no Transmission and Drivetrain problems have been reported are not displayed. So the BMW Z4 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car Transmission problem frequency.
For BMW Z4 Transmission problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the BMW Z4 Transmission and Drivetrain problems and repair histories that follow it.
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 | |
| 2007 | BMW Z4 | 29 Z4s, 8.3 months of data per Z4, average 42900 miles Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.30 |
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| 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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| 2005 | BMW Z4 | 11 Z4s, 11.2 months of data per Z4, average 48500 miles Small sample size. Join or 11 Z4s, 11.2 months of data per Z4, average 48500 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2004 | BMW Z4 | 14 Z4s, 9.7 months of data per Z4, average 64300 miles Small sample size. Join or 14 Z4s, 9.7 months of data per Z4, average 64300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2003 | BMW Z4 | 39 Z4s, 9.9 months of data per Z4, average 67600 miles Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.53 |
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Repair costs are in local units.
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | minor squeaks coming from rear axle |
| Mar | 2013 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | Right rear axle and pinon seals on differential had minor leaks. Successfully epaired under OEM warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 39000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW Z4 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | Clutch slips from 1st to 2nd gear with strong grinding. Replicated problem with shop foreman. After 8 days in the shop they told me that BMW now approve replacing drivetrain. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 32300 | 0 | Cyclic vibration at highway speeds. Owners notice the vibration, BMW does not seem able to "Feel" the vibration. |
| Apr | 2012 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 39500 | 0 | Found leak on driveway, traced it to transmission pan, was later told it was the mechatronic Xenon auto level also did not work. |
| Mar | 2013 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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 | Rear differential seals leaking, A/C belt cracked - after 4 years of ownership. |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 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. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 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 | slow automatic transmission fluid leak. |
| Feb | 2010 | 27000 | 0 | Transmission still leaking when traded after two trips to repair it. |
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 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. | ||
2005 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 42000 | 392 | Replaced rear output shaft bearings. |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 80700 | 200 | speed sensor in transmission was replaced |
| Apr | 2013 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 57000 | 50 | Manual transmission shifting poorly -- inconsistent and balky. Dealer diagnosed problem as internal to transmission, requiring replacement. Transmission ordered but not yet received. |
| Oct | 2010 | 58000 | 0 | Transmission was replaced. Had been diagnosed on a previous visit but had to wait for re-manufactured transmission to be received. |
| Mar | 2013 | 88000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 99000 | 1000 | Transmission shaft and linkage seal replaced due to a leak |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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