1 recall and 411 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 BMW Z4.
1
recalls
411
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
2
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.
2004 BMW Z4 recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
NHTSA campaign 04V182000 · reported April 12, 2004 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 13,769 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, under certain environmental conditions, a vapor lock in the fuel pump could occur causing the engine to stall. If this were to happen, the engine would not be able to be restarted for approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
The risk
If stalling were to occur, the driver would be unable to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a resistor in the electrical line powering the fuel pump in order to prevent an occurrence of vapor lock. The recall began may 11, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Steering378
Air bags18
Electrical system14
Exterior lighting6
Electronic stability control (ESC)3
Power train3
Structure3
Visibility/wiper3
Service brakes2
Equipment adaptive/mobility1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Jun 9, 2025 · Steering
Twice this month, while operating the vehicle, the power steering completely stopped functioning, causing the vehicle to be almost uncontrollable. No prior warning light. When I purchased the vehicle in 2018, the same problem occurred and the dealer replaced the steering column under warranty. In researching online I…
Jun 3, 2025 · Steering
Power steering wheel went out of power during a trip at about 70mph. Yellow light at the dashboard went ON then so, car became imposible to drive or so.
Apr 9, 2025 · Steering
Power steering stopped working.
Feb 12, 2025 · Steering
The electric steering gets sticky when very often. It feels locked in its position and requires extra force to unstick, once its past the sticking point it over corrects and causes the vehicle to swerve. This failure seems to be quite common and is well known. It seems to be a manufacturing defect inside the electric…
Jun 4, 2024 · Steering
When driving the steering is loose or sticky. The problem gets worse when the weather is warm. Sometimes it’s hard to keep the car driving in a straight path. This is scary and dangerous. His occurs whenever the car is driven. Other z4 drivers are having the same problem.
Across all years, the 2003 Z4 has the most complaints (414). All BMW Z4 years →
Questions
Does the 2004 BMW Z4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 BMW Z4, the most recent reported on April 12, 2004 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW Z4?
Owners have filed 411 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (378 complaints), followed by air bags (18).
How many 2004 BMW Z4 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 411 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 9, 2025.