2021 BMW Z4 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2021 BMW Z4 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

5Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 BMW Z4 recalls

Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 26V056Jan 30, 202687,394 vehicles affected

The engine starter may overheat and catch fire because of wear on an internal component.

Starter Relay Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 25V636Sep 23, 2025199,674 vehicles affected

The engine starter relay can corrode over time.

Engine Software May Cause Loss of Braking Assist at Startup

Recall 21V598Aug 2, 202150,024 vehicles affected

The engine management software in certain vehicles may cause a loss of braking assist during engine start.

Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash

Recall 21V554Jul 21, 202121,537 vehicles affected

The passenger seat belt's automatic locking retractor may deactivate early, before the webbing has fully retracted.

Fuel Tank Weld Can Fail, Risking Leaks and Fire

Recall 20V700Nov 12, 202049 vehicles affected

A weld joining the two halves of the fuel tank may not have been done properly, so it can fail over time.

Most common 2021 BMW Z4 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2026-07-30, Unknown Or Other
There is a strong chemical smell when the AC is turned on and the system is loosing refrigerant. There is a common issue on these cars of premature evaporative core corrosion.

2021 BMW Z4 questions

Does the 2021 BMW Z4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 BMW Z4: Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Starter Relay Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Engine Software May Cause Loss of Braking Assist at Startup; Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash; Fuel Tank Weld Can Fail, Risking Leaks and Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW Z4?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.

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