| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2005 BMW Z4 repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 89 repairs.
2005 BMW Z4 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (12%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 38000 mi | Things would not work..problem would move when battery terminal lifted. Probably in the main computer. Dealer would never repair. Had problem from when vehicle was new. Dealer would always say "no problem found" even when I brought it in wi. |
| 41200 mi US $223 |
Passenger side Window regulator failed. Replaced with new window regulator. |
| 28000 mi | Radio not working correctly. Presets play other stations than what is set. Will not go to next station. |
| 56000 mi US $35 |
Exterior temperature sensor showing incorrect values. Replace temperature sensor. |
2005 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 23000 mi | car won't start in morning (intermittent issue) - dealer has re-charged battery |
| 24000 mi | car won't start in morning - dealer re-placed battery |
| 26000 mi | car won't start in morning - dealer re-programmed computer. |
| 25000 mi US $700 |
car will not start in morning, replaced starter |
| 26000 mi | car will not start in morning, replaced battery again (dead cell) |
| 29000 mi | car will not start in morning, replaced battery again (dead cell) - dealer still working to determine cause (dealer still treating as warranty work) |
| 8810 mi | Battery wasn't charging, service could not find a problem. |
| 84000 mi US $675 |
Replaced starter |
| 117406 mi US $275 |
Replaced 6-year old Batter |
| 175000 mi US $1000 |
I had problems starting the vehicle. I had starter replaced. |
| 72300 mi US $7000 |
starter replaced |
| 78000 mi US $250 |
Starter failed, repaired starter. |
| 52000 mi US $21 |
security alarm misbehaved . . . would sound off when car was parked in the sun or on warm days. replaced underhood relay switch. |
| 102080 mi US $1975 |
Non-start issue. Random and unpredictable. Difficult to reproduce problem in shop. Finally replaced starter. The unpredictable starting malfunction remains unrectified in my Z4. The issue appears now to be isolated to the ignition switch deeper in the steering column than the keyway. I have not been back to the shop to have that switch changed until I'm thoroughly convinced it is the root issue. |
| 28920 mi C $65 |
Passenger airbag/occupancy sensor replaced |
2005 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 99000 mi US $150 |
replaced battery |
| 101000 mi US $180 |
replaced starter |
| 36 mi | Replaced dead battery |
| 41500 mi | low charge |
| 44200 mi US $350 |
dead/dying battery. Installed new battery. |
| 42000 mi US $150 |
Replaced battery |
2005 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| 60100 mi US $112 |
Dead battery. Changed it myself with an aftermarket part. No electronic reset needed for any options on the vehicle. |
| 97000 mi US $630 |
Starter motor replaced |
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