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2008 BMW Z4 repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)
Other (0%)
Chart based on 20 repairs.
2008 BMW Z4 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (19%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (13%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 BMW Z4
Engine not specified
| BMW Z4 in Hawaii, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 201737000 miUS $200 | replaced calipers with ceramric | ||
2008 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Kuwait - Oct 2011 | |||
| Oct 201116326 mi$1200 | Xenon light control unit replaced | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 201018000 miUS $1600 | Drivers seat spring failure. Oil analysis discovered that the connecting rod bearings were worn (43PPM lead). This is a known issue on the S54 engine. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Missouri, United States - Oct 2010 | |||
| Oct 201021000 mi | Air bag light,cup holder Power steering hose leaking, replaced | ||
2008 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States Jun 2018 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Jan 202231000 miUS $600 | It needed a new alternator. | ||
2008 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States Sep 2018 - Sep 2020 | |||
| Jul 202078 miUS $1000 | Starter failed | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Sep 201016200 mi | Replaced mass air filter, serviced fuel injectors, replaced valve cover and vacuum hoses, and replaced O2 sensor, which finally fixed the rough cold running. | ||
| Jun 201745000 miUS $500 | Soft top would not operate. | ||
| May 201855000 miUS $2500 | Soft top closing not operating. Relaxed motor and hydraulic hoses. Convertible top would not go up. Replaced motor and hydraulic hoses. | ||
| Jun 201856000 miUS $3400 | DSC unit failed. | ||
2008 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in New York, United States Jun 2018 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jul 201826000 mi | PCV valve heater replaced under recall. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Jan 201516536 miUS $525 | Convertible roof failure. Dealer quoted $1800 for repair. Fixed in a weekend for about $525. Must have technical ability and not for beginners | ||
| Jul 201827000 mi | Replace O2 sensor (bank 2, sensor 1) PCV heater valve recall | ||
2008 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States - Nov 2010 | |||
| Nov 201045444 mi | Repair broken cupholder and driver's seatback Replace Steering Column (faulty steering position sensor) replace interior windshield surround which had cracked | ||
2007 BMW Z4
Engine not specified
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Mar 201013000 mi | Oil Pan plug leaking- oil pan replaced | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2013 | |||
| May 201021000 mi | The engine mount bolts had to be replaced | ||
| Mar 201343000 miUS $900 | Had to replace an ignition coil on #1 Cylinder. Dealer recommended replacing all the rest as well since labor charge is the same for 1 vs 6 | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Sep 201312000 miUS $3500 | Stability Control Box went bad, had to be replaced BMW Emblem/Lock on trunk crooked | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States Aug 2009 - May 2015 | |||
| Sep 201037000 mi | Windshield molding trim was cracking excessively. Dealer replaced windshield frame under warranty after approval from manufacturer. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Colorado, United States Jul 2013 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Nov 201631000 miUS $465 | Bulbs and igniters replaced | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Jun 2011 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Oct 201141000 mi | replaced GPS antenna | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201024000 miUS $58 | Throttle cable bracket broke causing engine to go into safe mode. License Plate bracket fell apart. BMW emblem on Driver airbag delaminating. Have to replace the whole airbag assembly. | ||
| Jun 201251000 miUS $75 | O2 sensor | ||
| Oct 201252700 miUS $10 | Angel eye bulb replacement. | ||
| BMW Z4 in British Columbia, Canada May 2011 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Oct 201130380 mi | Tachometer not working when sold. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Feb 2011 - Nov 2018 | |||
| Apr 201128500 miUS $75 | Thottle sensor control--software issue (TSB). Fixed by indie shop as the software flash was cheaper than spending time taking it to the dealer. | ||
| May 201130000 mi | Right rear axle and pinon seals on differential had minor leaks. Successfully epaired under OEM warranty. Driver's side headlight control module faulty causing intermittant headlight function. Module replaced under OEM warranty. | ||
| Oct 201849000 miUS $25 | Oil change and oil testing. Blackstone analysis shows bearings and engine with very low wear after 30 track days | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Jul 2010 - Nov 2019 | |||
| Mar 201849000 miUS $4800 | Rod bearings replaced for wear, typical with S54. Valves adjustment checked no shims req'd. All bushings replaced including sub-frame, new shocks/springs added, car corner balanced and aligned. | ||
| BMW Z4 in North Carolina, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2011 | |||
| Mar 201132000 mi | strut bar would loosen over time, causing rattle from under dash interior trim on door handle loosened (passenger side), easily reattached. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Aug 2009 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Sep 200914000 mi | rough operating power seat. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Arizona, United States Aug 2009 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Mar 201451000 mi | leaky valve cover gasket. Wasn't charged as it had been replaced during Inspection II and shouldn't have been leaking already. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Sep 2014 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Jun 201571000 miUS $600 | Broken motor mount, passenger side. | ||
| Nov 201678600 miUS $1800 | replaced rod bearings | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 200913500 mi | dealer replaced broken cupholder at no charge | ||
| Feb 201016500 miUS $321 | dealer failed to tighten bolts in suspension after doing an alignment causing noise. dealer replaced several parts, but did not fix problem. owner switched dealer. new dealer found and fixed problem. owner was charged for part of repairs. | ||
| Oct 201021300 mi | Replaced the transmission. Cost was about $6000 paid for by BMW through warranty. Problem was grinding when shifting at high engine speeds from 1st to 2nd gear, synchronizer malfunction. | ||
| Jun 201126000 miUS $850 | doors sometimes do not unlock via remote, dealer reset computer and could not replicate, problem not fixed dealer misaligned rear wheels (too much negative camber) causing extremely uneven tire wear, tire blew on highway, both rear tires replaced, dealer denies responsibility | ||
| BMW Z4 in Washington, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Sep 201029000 mi | Steering expansion hose weeping fluid | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 200927000 mi | 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. Very loud metal on metal scratching noise at startup and sometime when clutch is depressed. Dealer would not replicate problem. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Sep 2009 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Jun 201018000 mi | minor squeaks coming from rear axle | ||
| Oct 201133000 miUS $500 | Alignment was done but the job was not completed properly and the bolts was not screwed back down so they all cams lose on the road. | ||
| Jan 201429700 mi | battery was dieing, needed to be replaced. | ||
| May 201458000 miUS $1900 | Rear mounts | ||
| Sep 201671000 miUS $90 | Thermostat replaced | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in California, United States May 2011 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Jun 201137000 mi | The rubber trim above the windshield was cracking off everywhere. I bought the car like that so I'm not sure how long the rubber had been in such bad shape, but it must have been a while. Dealer replaced the piece under warranty. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Zealand Jun 2013 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Jul 201313120 mi$49 | Broken drink holder unit on Drivers side. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States May 2022 - Oct 2022 | |||
| Oct 2022122 miUS $360 | Replaced headliner fabric, with matching padded grey taffeta. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Apr 201687500 miUS $100 | Bad fuel injector replaced with a new one | ||
| Jul 201690300 miUS $575 | Replaced eccentric shafts sensor and motor | ||
| Sep 201692000 miUS $572 | Drive shafts Quibo bearing went bad. alternator bearings shot rebuilt for 72 bucks. | ||
| Mar 201797000 miUS $255 | Leaking filter gasket and mechatronic sleeve.Replaced trans filter and gaskets refilled topped off | ||
| Aug 201799000 miUS $134 | #6 fuel injector | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Washington, United States Aug 2007 - Dec 2009 | |||
| Apr 2007100 mi | fixed loose gear shift knob | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Aug 2009 - Nov 2009 |
| BMW Z4 in Missouri, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 201033000 mi | Tail lights melted in center (brake lamp heat from LA stop traffic). Also had hatch struts replaced. Also warrantied. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States - Mar 2008 | |||
| Jan 200811000 mi | rattling/squeaking B-Pilar interior plastic cover. | ||
| Mar 200814000 mi | Gear shift difficult to place into third gear and tending to vibrate audibly in position. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Oklahoma, United States Oct 2009 - Jul 2010 | |||
| Dec 200911000 mi | Hydraulic valve lifters making excessive noise. TSB had been written by BMW but only used if customer complains. | ||
| Feb 201012000 mi | First solution did not fix valve lifter problem. Final solution was to replace the cylinder head, which BMW volunteered to do in this situation. Very pleased with the final outcome of this repair. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Sep 2010 - Oct 2010 | |||
| Oct 201027000 mi | Repaired loose seatback panel and windshield seal under warranty. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Iowa, United States Sep 2010 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Oct 201043000 mi | Replaced cowl cover (plastic at bottom of windshield) under warranty due to warpage. Replaced cowl cover (plastic at bottom of windshield) under warranty due to warpage. | ||
| Jun 201262000 miUS $400 | SES light activated. VANOS solenoids replaced per service bulletin accessory drive belt showing wear. Tensioner found to be worn and out of alignment. Tensioner and belt replaced. | ||
| Aug 201265700 mi | Intermittent nuisance TPMS warnings. Some with aural, some without, sometimes flashing, sometimes solid. Dealer unable to reproduce problem. No parts replaced. Problem still exists. | ||
| Sep 201269000 miUS $200 | Convinced the service department to replace TPMS sensor in left front wheel after I had isolated the problem (with great difficulty) using my own diagnostic equipment and software. Problem has not recurred since. | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Colorado, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Dec 202168000 miUS $600 | Dead battery and bad spark plug wire. Also needed fluid changes | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2016 | |||
| May 201325100 miUS $50 | Noises fuel pump | ||
| Aug 201326100 miUS $50 | Bad O-ring caused system to vent | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alberta, Canada Jul 2016 - Aug 2023 | |||
| Jun 201965720 miC $5 | top wouldn't open. pump noise but no action. Was operately slowly and jerkily before that. removed soft top and confirmed the banjo bolts on pump were not tightened properly from a previous pump replacement and leaked hydraulic fluid. Removed balance of fluid and replaced with new fluid. Tightened banjo bolts and reinstalled. | ||
| Jun 202275640 miC $18 | windshield washer motor leaking fluid. | ||
| Aug 202379980 miC $1800 | OEM battery finally failed die to age and faulty alternator. Driveability severely affected, cruise inoperative, on board computer constantly resetting, multiple dash lights randomly illuminated, noticeable hesitation and finally stalling completely. Battery completely discharged. Replaced battery and no improvement. Alternator output appropriate voltage couldn't check regulator board but dash voltmeter extremely erratic. Alternator replaced and the random failures have left the electrical system. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New York, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Nov 201425000 mi | Rain sensor for wipers did not work after windshield replaced due to stone. Unable to fix sensor or understand why it wasn't working. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Oregon, United States Apr 2012 - Jul 2022 | |||
| May 201349000 miUS $1200 | Convertible top would not go down after pulling from winter storage. Electric/hydraulic motor had seized. Water in the case. Had to replace motor. Convertible top motor failed (water in the case). Replaced motor. | ||
| Sep 201698000 miUS $869 | Misfire on cylinder 6. Car running very rough. Replace all plugs and coils (typical of a 100k mile service) | ||
| Jun 2017102000 miUS $350 | Right side motor mount and one of the two bolts broke. | ||
| Sep 2017103000 miUS $500 | Diagnose intermittent alternator operation. Fails when hot. Owner decided to drive on battery and self-repair later. Swapped in good battery and drove the ~150 miles home. | ||
| Sep 2018108000 miUS $408 | Replaced the alternator, and the two related accessory belts | ||
| Mar 2021111000 miUS $25 | Replaced cracked windshield washer fluid reservoir. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Aug 201024000 mi | Tightened the front sway bar. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Maryland, United States Feb 2010 - May 2016 | |||
| Mar 201026000 mi | Steering was very hard. Even more so than it normally is on my Z4m. Dealer found the cap for steering fluid reservoir missing. As a result the pump was damaged and had to be replaced. | ||
| Apr 201659000 miUS $500 | Placing of the convertible top motor is terrible. If convertible top drain is clogged (also terribly designed) the motor is flooded and corrodes. Huge number of failures on forums. Repair is very extensive and require removal of soft top. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States Dec 2013 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Apr 201448500 miUS $150 | Lines seeping, replaced Headlight washer line broken/leaking | ||
| Jun 201451000 mi | Line to headlight washer fell off. Replaced unnecessarily complicated BMW part with $0.25 hose clamp - problem fixed. | ||
| Jul 201451500 miUS $150 | Windshield Seal cracked | ||
| Apr 201557200 mi | Rear end leak Coolant hose leak Exterior trim underbody replaced | ||
| Jan 201656300 miUS $284 | Front left Xenon out | ||
| Feb 201662300 miUS $300 | Dealer had to fix third party mistake, water pump pulley misaligned, ruined belt and water pump, both replaced. | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in New York, United States Jun 2013 - Aug 2016 | |||
| Aug 201464900 miUS $109 | Battery would die after a week of non use. Replaced battery with one from bj s for $109.00 with 720 cca. Original was only 520 cca. Found center console switch was defective. | ||
| Jun 201569000 miUS $400 | Front control arm bushings and rear springs | ||
| Dec 201571000 mi | D2s xenon bulbs replaced | ||
| BMW Z4 in Ontario, Canada Dec 2010 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Jan 201129760 mi | N52 exhaust lifter replacement under warranty. http://www.rtsauto.com/bmw-e90-valve-train-lifter-ticknoise/ N52 exhaust lifter replacement under warranty. http://www.rtsauto.com/bmw-e90-valve-train-lifter-ticknoise/ | ||
| Mar 201131000 mi | Head gasket oil leak | ||
| Jun 201132240 mi | Knocking or creaking sound in rear suspension. Dealer says they retorqued and relubricated all rear suspension parts. Seems to have fixed it. | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in North Carolina, United States Sep 2012 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Nov 201251700 mi | left foglight contained trapped moisture Plastic fitting in retractable headliner had broken, leading to droop in headliner. | ||
| Feb 201689000 miUS $700 | Audible clunking coming from differential area. Driveshaft had to be dropped to allow lubrication of coupling. Completed inspection II. Audible clunking coming from differential area. Driveshaft had to be dropped to allow lubrication of coupling. | ||
| Sep 201698000 miUS $50 | One bi-xenon bulb was turning red, indicating end of life. Replaced both bulbs to ensure color and brightness match. Windshield cowl had become brittle, pieces were breaking off. | ||
| Sep 2017110000 miUS $216 | Right front wheel speed sensor failed, resulting in disabling of ABS and traction control system | ||
| Dec 2017113000 miUS $913 | Water pump failed. Pump is electrically boosted, and this wasn't achieving proper speed, resulting in engine overheating. Thermostat was replaced for good measure, because it has to be removed anyway to get to the pump. | ||
| May 2021141000 miUS $1684 | Clutch replacement. It was starting to slip. With 140k miles on it, I concluded it was starting to wear out and opted to replace. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Tennessee, United States Oct 2014 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Oct 201440000 miUS $3800 | ABS Braking System. ABS Module and Hydraulic Pump replaced due to failure. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2007 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Jun 20072800 mi | outside temperature sensor failed | ||
| Aug 201032000 miUS $80 | power top stopped working (2nd time since new. Power top motor failed again. Warranty replaced motor. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Illinois, United States Aug 2009 - Apr 2012 | |||
| May 201031600 mi | Cyclic vibration at highway speeds. Owners notice the vibration, BMW does not seem able to "Feel" the vibration. | ||
| Nov 201033900 mi | Power Convertible top motor quit and was replaced under warranty. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2009 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Jul 201125000 mi | Brake and DSC light on, car pulled hard to left. Steering sensor replaced. Problem solved. | ||
| Jul 201434000 miUS $3540 | ABS sensor light came on. Dynamic Stability Control module failed. No repair attempted, as estimate for replacement was ridiculously high Belt tensioner leaking, replacement advised. Did not repair at this time. Control arm bushings worn, replacement advised, cost estimate $630. | ||
| Oct 201434200 miUS $2695 | Control arm bushings worn and replaced belt tensioner leaking and was replaced. Dynamic Stability Control module failed. ABS light was on, loss of ABS system. Replaced module, Estimate for repair was $3500, BMW NA authorized goodwill out-of-warranty repair, cost to owner was $1289. | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in South Carolina, United States Aug 2010 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Sep 201014000 miUS $5 | Light inside center storage compartment would not go off. Door that controlled the light was damaged. New door was ordered and installed. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New York, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| May 201033000 mi | The xenon light turned off one night.. got it replaced | ||
| Jan 201137000 mi | Computer enter transport mode, no ac, defroster available | ||
| Apr 201139200 mi | Found leak on driveway, traced it to transmission pan, was later told it was the mechatronic Xenon auto level also did not work. | ||
| Aug 201351000 miUS $100 | Coolant light came on | ||
| Nov 201352000 mi | Check engine came on, rough idle | ||
| Dec 201352000 mi | Engine studdering, pull codes and order coil to test, bad coil on #2 | ||
| Mar 201453000 mi | Convertible top will not open or close. Replaced motor | ||
| Jun 201457000 miUS $200 | Replaced accessory belt Replace brake pads, sensor, caliper, bleeder. Bleed screw broke off, replaced entire caliper. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New York, United States Apr 2016 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Jun 201836000 mi | fuel cannister and pcv valve | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Sep 2010 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Jun 201147000 mi | Leaking transmission fluid from area around drain pan. Dealer replace trans pan seal and some other tube I'm not familiar with. Trans fluid replaced due to dropping the pan. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Jul 2010 | |||
| Jul 20089000 mi | Windshield wiper control stopped working - wipers never turned on. Fixed under warranty at 1-year service. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States Jun 2013 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Mar 201462000 miUS $1300 | Transmission pan leaking Coil springs rear replaced | ||
| Aug 201464500 miUS $100 | Cable making noise | ||
| Nov 201466000 miUS $150 | Original battery replaced Solenoid dirty, cleaned and changed oil | ||
2007 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 201689000 miUS $1500 | Oil leaking from the valve cover. Replaced gasket, didn't solve the problem. Replaced the entire valve cover. | ||
| Feb 201790000 miUS $200 | Replaced lower control arm. Replaced coolant expansion tank. | ||
| Oct 201795000 miUS $1500 | Water pump failed, replaced pump, thermostat, and a hose. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Apr 201137500 mi | Driver's cup holder replaced. Both bump-stops under hood replaced. | ||
| Mar 201473000 miUS $3500 | This trip was a game changer... Transmission leak, Cam timing thingy, Sensor leak, Inspection II, and the power top motor died. The dealer failed to inform me that the drain system for the top needed to be checked occasionally. | ||
| Jun 201585000 mi | Power top motor broke again within almost a year. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Tennessee, United States Aug 2014 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Nov 2016116700 miUS $700 | Valve cover gasket leaking oil. | ||
| Dec 2016121000 miUS $800 | Coolant expansion tank had to be replaced. Oil filter housing and cooler gaskets were leaking. | ||
2006.5 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Arizona, United States Jan 2010 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Feb 201026000 mi | Intermittent headlight not working | ||
| Mar 201027000 mi | Retractable nav display intermittantly would not open. | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Aug 2021 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Jul 202259000 miUS $600 | fuel pump and filter | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States Dec 2011 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Apr 201292000 miUS $500 | Loose suspension parts | ||
| Jul 201292200 miUS $1500 | Airbag light came on. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Jun 2010 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Dec 201061000 miUS $1800 | Constant Oil Pressure Valve leak. Rear differential seals leaking, A/C belt cracked - after 4 years of ownership. | ||
| Mar 201164000 miUS $900 | Power window regulator broken, repaired by dealer. | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Dec 201066000 miUS $1150 | replaced front lower control arms and bushings | ||
| Oct 201178800 miUS $150 | replaced coil cylinder #5 | ||
| Jul 2013102800 miUS $1200 | new radiator resevoir hoses theromstat and water pump | ||
| Oct 2013107200 miUS $525 | replaced starter | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Washington, United States Jul 2015 - May 2017 | |||
| Mar 201660000 miUS $475 | Replaced air mass sensor | ||
| Jul 201662500 miUS $1978 | Water pump, thermostat, temperature sensor replaced. Water pump was preventives. When other two failed car overheated and had to be towed. | ||
| Nov 201665200 miUS $870 | Expansion tank exploded, dumping all coolant. Probably result of faulty cap. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Minnesota, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 201144000 miUS $25 | alarm would go off after set. replaced the under hood switch. | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Missouri, United States Jul 2009 - Aug 2010 | |||
| Aug 200921000 mi | nav system error, blown speaker | ||
| Jan 2010US $60 | Replace rear side marker, replace M emblem on engine after chrome bubbled | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Sep 200926000 mi | AC computer (IHK) died. Blew hot air when the compressor was working. Replaced IHK, now working. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States May 2010 - Oct 2021 | |||
| Jun 201229000 mi | Spring holding the hood up at the front broke. | ||
| Mar 201337000 miUS $430 | Power steering hose was leaking, replaced. | ||
| Jun 201337000 miUS $65 | Shift knob came off, replaced with ZHP knob. | ||
| Feb 201438600 miUS $250 | Rear sway bar end link snapped in half on passenger side. | ||
| Sep 201441000 miUS $5 | Center storage compartment button broke off. | ||
| Aug 201651000 miUS $100 | Leaking shifter shaft seal Starter failed the day before a scheduled repair for the other items, intermittent starting Flex disc cracked | ||
| May 201752000 miUS $40 | Angle eye bulb replaced | ||
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States Jul 2009 - Jan 2022 | |||
| May 20099600 miUS $210 | Had recommended oil change and brake fluid changes. Put in modified CDV and had computer settings modified. No cost for services. | ||
| Oct 200910000 mi | Oil change and replaced wiper arms which were damaged by the technician on the last visit. | ||
| Apr 201011000 mi | TSB for sill plate damage. | ||
| May 201012000 mi | Broken cupholder | ||
| BMW Z4 in Michigan, United States Dec 2019 - Apr 2023 | |||
| May 202262000 miUS $161 | Drivers side window guides needed to be replaced. I paid for parts and they provided labor. Top was removed for a prior repair of the top hydraulics. When the top was reinstalled, there was a small gap between window and top guide. Very difficult to see and only showed up after a car wash. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Jul 2009 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Aug 200923400 mi | Tighten loose dashboard screws. Replace driver's side xenon lamp. | ||
| Dec 200927000 mi | rattle in the dash area, fixed to my satisfaction. | ||
| Aug 201035000 miUS $179 | cleaning of fuel injectors | ||
| Jul 201358300 miUS $396 | Xenon bulb failed, replaced the pair myself. | ||
| Mar 201462000 miUS $200 | Battery ran low, triggering 'transport mode'. Had to reset codes. Also, changed headlights (not related. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States Jan 2010 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Oct 201538000 miUS $450 | Car has "Top HIFI System Professional DSP" sound system. All four woofers stopped working. I correctly guessed the ten channel amplifier had partially failed. New amp was $1,000. I purchased a used one for $450, installed it, problem solved. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Mar 2010 - May 2016 | |||
| May 201265500 miUS $780 | Replace passenger-side broken engine mount bolts, engine mount bracket and rubber mount seats. | ||
| Dec 201270000 miUS $300 | Dead battery | ||
| Feb 201372300 miUS $2000 | Oil cooler leaking. | ||
| Mar 201372000 miUS $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. | ||
| Oct 201481300 miUS $200 | Broken shift knob. Cracked third brake lamp. Sun damaged M badge. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Apr 20108680 mi | Left hand side inner Halo light ring not lighting, Light out warning on dash. Dealer had to order new headlight assembly for repair. | ||
| Jun 201517360 miC $250 | Replaced battery | ||
| Mar 201822320 miC $200 | hid bulb would not always turn on | ||
| BMW Z4 in Tennessee, United States Oct 2009 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Mar 201040000 mi | headlight replaced | ||
| Oct 201051000 mi | Small electrical component in front fascia. | ||
| Nov 201051500 mi | Wire wrap melted on wire next to vanos. Replaced wire wrap. | ||
| Oct 201373300 miUS $150 | Battery died. Cable was corroded to battery terminal. | ||
| Oct 201481000 mi | Plastic handle on center console broke. Seatbelt guides on top side of both seats broke. | ||
| Dec 201797000 miUS $100 | Rear Third Brake Light was falling apart. Repair unsuccessful. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Mexico, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 201018000 mi | Screw fell out of convertible top, oil change, and sticky top latch. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States Apr 2010 - Jan 2011 | |||
| May 201018000 mi | windshield cowl trim piece was warped & cracked. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Apr 2012 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Feb 201439000 miUS $1000 | During Inspection 1 service, an oil leak was found and thought to be from the constant pressure valve - turned out that the head gasket was the source, and that was replaced. | ||
| Mar 201550000 miUS $634 | Radio would cut out, was suspected as a radio issue. Turned out to be alternator needing replacement. Windshield sprayers stopped working; pump was replaced. | ||
| Apr 201656000 miUS $401 | Car will stall on cold starts and sometimes while sitting after warmed up. Drive belts had some visible cracks. | ||
| Dec 201657000 miUS $60 | Battery refused to take charge; replaced with proper sized battery (48R). | ||
| BMW Z4 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2015 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Sep 201575020 mi | Differential seal leaking, straightforward repair with no special issues. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Sep 2014 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 201636200 miUS $165 | A/C fan inoperative | ||
| May 201841343 miUS $267 | No start. New key relay | ||
| BMW Z4 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2011 - Feb 2013 | |||
| Aug 201235600 miUS $625 | Starter intermittently dead. Replaced starter. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States May 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201692000 miUS $90 | Center brake light developed another cracked lens. Replaced it | ||
| Dec 201697000 miUS $80 | Burned out xenon driver headlight. Replaced via access panel in the wheel well using instructions found on YouTube | ||
| Oct 2017104000 miUS $5200 | Cracked VANOS hub, replaced. Hoses, o2 sensors, replaced inspection 1 and 2 items | ||
| Mar 2018107000 miUS $30 | Burned out passenger xenon headlight. Replaced. Extra time spent figuring out how to get metal spring back on to assembly | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Sep 2016 - Jul 2022 | |||
| May 201861000 miUS $150 | Both mirrors and front bumper paint clearcoat failed. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States Mar 2017 - Jan 2022 | |||
| May 201752500 miUS $10 | Windshield washer pump replaced | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2014 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Jul 201435420 mi | Transmission pan was leaking, I simply tightened the pan bolts a little and the leak stopped. | ||
| Jan 2015C $300 | Transmission pan was leaking. New pan, gasket, filter and ATF | ||
| Feb 201541540 mi | Windshield wipers were erratic. Stopping for several minutes, not shutting off. Took wiper motor out and cleaned grease off electrical contacts. | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Aug 201046000 miUS $4200 | antennae for gps had to be replaced | ||
| BMW Z4 in Georgia, United States Dec 2010 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Jun 201228000 miUS $2000 | Convertible roof motor needed replacement. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 201028000 mi | passenger side power window and same side cup holder. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Alabama, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 201020000 mi | Lifter noise, replaced lifters. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States Aug 2011 - Feb 2022 | |||
| Jul 201248200 miUS $1700 | pump to raise and lower the convertible top went out | ||
| May 201352300 miUS $5100 | pump for convertible top failed previous owner had used wrong parts and BMW insisted on replacing entire front brakes including rotors and pads and wheel bearings | ||
| Sep 201566000 miUS $1200 | Loose steering Convertible top won't go down again - previously repaired by box for $1800. | ||
| Feb 202290000 miUS $150 | Replaced battery | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Jan 2011 - Oct 2017 | |||
| Nov 201150000 miUS $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 201252000 miUS $4000 | New battery New CRC?? SRC? computer Headlight starter | ||
| Apr 201760600 miUS $1100 | Work to lessen negative camber on rear wheels. Installed longer adjustable suspension parts so that the rear tires would wear better. Problem was rear tires wearing out prematurely on insides of tread. Once tire even separated and required tow truck. | ||
| BMW Z4 in British Columbia, Canada May 2011 - Nov 2012 | |||
| Jun 201141540 miC $3000 | Had many lights on, speedo did not work. ABS, Traction control and brake lights all on. Replaced ABS module, corrected al problems | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Sep 200916700 mi | CUP HOLDER REPLACED | ||
| Dec 201039000 mi | switch on clutch was replaced so engine could be started | ||
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States Mar 2010 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Oct 201357300 miUS $160 | Coil replaced. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 201851000 miUS $322 | One of the struts from the center of the firewall to the left shock tower cracked creating a maddening squeak when I drove. Thompson BMW in Doylestown Pa did a great job of diagnosing and repairing. Even gave me a rental as they kept it overnight. Overall, a minor repair. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Iowa, United States Feb 2016 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Feb 201645000 miUS $400 | Zenon bulb actuator, left side. Also replaced bulb. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Virginia, United States Jul 2009 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Aug 200923900 mi | Replace Xenon headlight control unit - under warranty | ||
| Apr 201034800 mi | Thumping sound when exit/enter a driveway. Caused by loose mounting bolts on strut braces. | ||
| Jul 201039000 mi | Replaced bad motor for power window Replaced bad motor for convertible top | ||
| Jun 201150000 miUS $100 | A/C did not cool properly. Shop could not find leak and added refrigerant. | ||
| Feb 201254000 miUS $1400 | DSC computer crapped out & needed replacement | ||
| BMW Z4 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2010 - Oct 2010 | |||
| Jul 201023000 mi | Strut Tower brace became loose | ||
| Sep 201026000 mi | Defective starter motor was replaced | ||
2006 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible
215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW Z4 in Arizona, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jul 201028300 mi | Plugged condensation drain | ||
| Dec 201338000 miUS $378 | Problem with battery reset after a battery replacement. Had problems getting the electrical system to respond. | ||
| Mar 201747000 miUS $2600 | replace convertible top hyd pump due to water damage from plugged drain that is not accessible without removing top. | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 201131000 mi | 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 201232000 miUS $1100 | Replaced convertible top pump and motor assembly. Not rusty as most are, just stopped working. | ||
| Jul 201434200 miUS $1035 | Battery was not being charged properly. Alternator was not charging at low speed, but seemed to be charging at higer rpm. Alternator was replaced. Amount paid included alternator, labor and 2 hours charge for 'diagnosis'. | ||
| Oct 201435200 mi | The very expensive alternator repair did not work. Battery was replaced as it was defective at 2+ years. Repair shop did not have a battery tester that could cycle batt. Maybe I did not need alternator!! O'Reilly had this batt. tester. | ||
| Aug 201736953 miUS $340 | Left rear wheel bearing making noise. Replaced. Bearing was $95. Labor was $240. Also oil and filter change and attach lower engine cover with new one. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States Feb 2017 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Apr 201783000 mi | Leaking valve cover | ||
| Apr 201895000 miUS $115 | Lower Control arm and bushings. Both sides | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Jan 2012 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Sep 201677000 miUS $20 | I couldn't start the car intermittently; I would jump the battery and it would start or so I thought! I bought a new battery but the problem persisted. It turned out to be a failing ignition coil which I replaced with one I bought on ebay. | ||
| Nov 201678000 miUS $500 | The water pump failed which required replacement of the pump, thermostat, and coolant reservoir. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Saskatchewan, Canada Jun 2013 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Sep 201429760 miC $1000 | Problem with add-on soft top module. Removed and issues went away. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Florida, United States Jul 2009 - Dec 2010 | |||
| Dec 200933000 mi | Engine making ticking noise. All lifters and related parts replaced. Known problem | ||
| May 201036000 mi | Replacement of vehicle head assembly | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Apr 2012 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Nov 201248800 miUS $175 | Had to replace battery, found a 3 year warrenty for 175.00 | ||
| Nov 201471600 miUS $225 | Replace lower control arm bushings | ||
| Dec 201473000 miUS $250 | Car will not start replaced starter still same problem now have EML and check engine light. Will need to check trouble codes. | ||
| Apr 201573700 miUS $554 | No start, shop found "EWS" module bad, had to order from BMW and reprogram. The longest time was waiting for part to arrive. Actual labor was less then 4 hours. | ||
| Oct 201581500 miUS $650 | Car would wander and follow cracks in the pavement. Four wheel alignment and lower control arm bushings were replaced. Headlights would not come on after they had been on for a time, turned off, and turned back on. Found light ballast failing and replaced. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Washington, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 200917000 mi | Two broken cupholders. | ||
| Jan 201031500 mi | Replaced lifters to solve problem of ticking noise. | ||
| May 201019000 mi | Ticking sound from engine after short trips. Head replacement approved and parts ordered. | ||
| Jun 201022000 mi | head replacement to correct ticking sound | ||
| Mar 201330000 mi | Starter pinion not always fully retracting causing noise on some start ups. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Texas, United States Oct 2009 - Feb 2010 | |||
| Nov 200926000 mi | Valve tapping when cold. Shop replaced all exhaust side hydr. valve pushrods slow automatic transmission fluid leak. | ||
| Feb 201027000 mi | 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 Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2009 - May 2011 | |||
| Oct 200928000 mi | drain for convertible top motor clogged, water damaged motor, needed to be replaced. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2009 - Nov 2013 | |||
| Aug 200924180 mi | 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 201232240 miC $50 | one rear spring was broken - repaired for $50 under certified warranty | ||
| BMW Z4 in New Jersey, United States Jan 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Apr 202194000 miUS $525 | Replaced frozen tie-rods and wheel alignment | ||
| Oct 202194600 miUS $238 | Replaced oil filter housing and gaskets | ||
| Apr 202296000 miUS $178 | Control Arm Bushings Replaced | ||
| BMW Z4 in Indiana, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 201134300 miUS $50 | driver side window regulator went bad, required replacement. driver side window regulator went bad, required replacement. | ||
| Jun 201136000 miUS $50 | Head was replaced due to ongoing lifter tick problem, covered under CPO warranty. Head was replaced due to ongoing lifter tick problem, covered under CPO warranty. | ||
| BMW Z4 in Ontario, Canada Nov 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Nov 201421800 miC $105 | Replaced original 8 year old battery (it was getting weak and a load test showed 50%). Bought a Costco battery for $105, reset clock, all done. | ||
| BMW Z4 in North Carolina, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 201024000 mi | Pressure plate failure | ||
| BMW Z4 in North Carolina, United States Oct 2009 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Aug 201021000 mi | Hydraulic motor for convertible top is toast, needed replacing. | ||
| Sep 201018000 miUS $50 | The right rear wheel had a crack in the rim, causing tire to lose pressure. Unclear what caused the crack. Dealer surprised. Said never saw this without something catastrophic having happened to the wheel. 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 201341700 miUS $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 | ||
| Nov 201350000 miUS $1500 | The hydraulic motor went out | ||
| Nov 201459000 miUS $1900 | The engine's fan started to run after being turned off, then a day later the engine thermostat was in the 'red' area | ||
| Mar 201562000 miUS $3700 | The dynamic Stabilizer unit went bad | ||
| Jan 201641000 miUS $5000 | the ball joint was about to go out, never been fixed before in 9.5 years | ||
| BMW Z4 in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Sep 200913000 mi | Valve lifter problem | ||
| Jan 201014000 mi | Valve noise, BMW performed hydraulic valve "flush" per an TSB. | ||
| Nov 201119200 mi | Replace valve lifters.....ticking noise when cold or after short trips | ||
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