Recall Check

2016 BMW Z4 recalls

Safety recalls listed by NHTSA

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0/17 · Find it on the driver side dashboard, door frame or your registration.

A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Recalls by system

  • Engine And Engine Cooling1

Model years

All 1 2016 BMW Z4 recalls, newest first

  1. Aug 13, 2024Engine And Engine Cooling, Cooling SystemBMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012 to 2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012 to 2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016 to 2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014 to 2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013 to 2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015 to 2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015 to 2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

    Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1 800 525 7417.

    NHTSA campaign 24V608000 · BMW of North America, LLC

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FAQ

Does the 2016 BMW Z4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 BMW Z4. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

How do I check if my 2016 BMW Z4 has an open recall?

Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.

Are recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.

How long does a recall repair take?

Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.