CarRecallWatchThe 1996 BMW Z3 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (9 reports).
1Recalls
30Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1996 BMW Z3 recalls
Most common 1996 BMW Z3 problems
Problem areas named in the 30 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
What owners report
DRIVER SEAT SLIDING BACK AND FORTH WHILE DRIVING IN MOTION
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 BMW Z3. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEATER MALFUNCTIONED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT HEATER BURNED A HOLE IN THE LEATHER SEAT AND ALSO BURNED A HOLE IN HER JEANS. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATS MOVE FORWARD/BACKWARDS DURING ACCELERATION AND BREAKING AT ANY SPEED, GAS GAUGE READS EMPTY ON FULL TANK OR FLUXES ON DASH AND AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON FOR 3-5 MIN. AT A TIME WHEN STARTING UP IGNITION. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 BMW Z3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT COULD NOT BE UNLATCHED WHEN THE DRIVER WOULD DEPRESS OR ADD ANY PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR AND THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 BMW Z3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN INCREASE IN EXHAUST FUMES AND A RATTLING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE CATALIC CONVERTER. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT EROSION IN THE MONOLITH BECAME LOOSE IN THE HOUSING. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD ALSO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AT ANY TIME. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 94,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 97,000. UPDATED 09/21/11 *BF UPDATED 10/07/11
1996 BMW Z3 questions
Does the 1996 BMW Z3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 BMW Z3: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW Z3?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (9), Seat Belts (5), Seats (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 BMW Z3 has been fixed?
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