Does the 2016 BMW M4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 BMW M4, the most recent reported on October 11, 2018 (Power train: driveline, driveshaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW M4?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (9 complaints), followed by power train (8).

How many 2016 BMW M4 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 22 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 BMW M4 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW M4.

recalls

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complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 BMW M4 recalls

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 18V713000 · reported October 11, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC · 2,661 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.
The risk: A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Structure: frame and members

NHTSA campaign 16V653000 · reported September 9, 2016 · BMW of North America, LLC · 196 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
The risk: Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 15V782000 · reported November 23, 2015 · BMW of North America, LLC · 42 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 M3 Sedan vehicles manufactured May 30, 2015, to September 2, 2015, 2016 M4 Coupe vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to September 11, 2015, and 2015-2016 M4 Convertible vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to August 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft with a slip-joint that may not have been filled with grease. As a result, the slip-joint may fail over time.
The risk: If the slip-joint fails, there would be a loss of power to the rear axle and therefore the vehicle would stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driveshaft, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine9
Power train8
Suspension6
Fuel/propulsion system3
Steering2
Electrical system1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Seats1
Service brakes1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 7, 2026 · Suspension
I am writing to report a critical structural safety defect involving the front steering knuckle (wheel carrier) on my 2016 BMW M4 GTS. Upon inspection, the original factory steering knuckle has developed severe structural cracks on both the top and bottom sections of the component. Safety Risk & Hazard:The steering…

Dec 8, 2025 · Power train · 97,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 BMW M4. The contact stated that under previous ownership, the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign: 15V782000 (Power Train) at a local dealer. The contact stated that two years later, the contact was unsure if the vehicle was included or repaired under NHTSA Campaign: 18V713000…

Jun 19, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system
Filled car with gas and drove home , came out 10 minutes later to a puddle of fuel under car , from the fuel tank on the rear driver side

May 24, 2023 · Suspension
Both front steering bearing carriers (knuckles) cracked... this is a well documented defect on the M4 GTS model that BMW has not addressed.

Jun 13, 2022 · Suspension
The car only has 500 miles. It is a show car not taken out of the garage. Went to change oil and inspection sticker. Found to have a bad front knuckle. It is cracked. Many forums on this. This car is limited and has very low miles by owners. This should not be occurring

M4 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2014	2	0	0
2015	3	12	1
2016	3	22	2
2017	3	2	0
2018	1	6	0
2019	1	0	0

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Questions

Does the 2016 BMW M4 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 BMW M4, the most recent reported on October 11, 2018 (Power train: driveline, driveshaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW M4?: Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (9 complaints), followed by power train (8).
How many 2016 BMW M4 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 22 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 7, 2026.