BMW Z3 electrical system problems by year
14 NHTSA owner complaints name the electrical system across 5 Z3 model years. The most reported year is 1998 with 6 reports.
| Year | Electrical System reports | Share | Median mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Z3 | 4 | 21% | — | |
| 1999 Z3 | 2 | 5% | — | |
| 1998 Z3 | 6 | 20% | — | |
| 1997 Z3 | 1 | 2% | — | |
| 1996 Z3 | 1 | 3% | — |
Share is the fraction of that year’s complaints naming the electrical system. Raw counts are not adjusted for sales volume — years that sold more units naturally accumulate more reports.