2006 BMW Z4 vs 2007 BMW Z4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 BMW Z4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 91 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 47 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,901 mi | 48,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW Z4 | BMW Z4 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 55 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 6 |
| Engine | 5 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
2006 BMW Z4
2007 BMW Z4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.