CarRecallWatchThe 2009 BMW Z4 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (11 reports).
2009 BMW Z4 recalls
Heater in crankcase valve can short and cause fire
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Cause a Fire
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Most common 2009 BMW Z4 problems
Problem areas named in the 22 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 11 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
Drivers side seat belt frayed at the point where it comes out of the vehicle when I am seated and buckled in. This is nearly impossible for me to see and I only saw it by chance pulling the seat belt out for some incidental reason. I am unclear how long it had been like this. Otherwise this defect is completely hidden as it disappears into the vehicle when I unbuckle.
The airbag sensor in my passenger seat has failed. I have been quoted approximately $2000 to repair this. However researching online I see BMW Service Bulletin SB-[XXX] which indicates this may be a widespread problem? [XXX] I am concerned to take passengers in the vehicle as I do not know if the airbags will deploy, or deploy at the wrong "rate" based on my understanding of how the sensors work. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
THE SEAT BELT IS FRAYING AT THE POINT WHERE IT MOST COMMONLY RESTS AGAINST THE CHASSIS WHILE I AM WEARING IT. IT SEEMS TO BE RUBBING AGAINST THE CAR CAUSING IT TO FRAY. I ONLY NOTICED IT BY CHANCE, AS IT IS NOT A COMMON SPOT TO LOOK AT WHILE SEATED IN THE VEHICLE.
WHEELS DEVELOPED CRACKS AND AIR WAS LEAKING.
EBRAKE FAILURE. I WENT ON THE Z4 FORUM AND MANY PEOPLE REPORT THIS SAME ISSUE OF THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE / EMERGENCY BRAKE SIMPLY FAILING TO WORK.
2009 BMW Z4 questions
Does the 2009 BMW Z4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2009 BMW Z4: Heater in crankcase valve can short and cause fire; PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Cause a Fire; Electrical System; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Electrical System:Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW Z4?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (11), Engine (4), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 BMW Z4 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.