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2019 BMW Z4

6 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #21V598000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The engine control unit is a computer that helps your engine run smoothly. In some 2020-2021 BMW models, there's a software glitch that can cause the system to lose its braking assist function during engine start.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you'll lose the extra boost that helps you stop quickly, but you'll still have full mechanical braking available. This could make it harder to come to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the engine management software for free. You should schedule the update as soon as you get the recall notice, which was mailed on September 17, 2021.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Critical #20V355000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The tie rod assembly in your vehicle is a critical part that connects the steering system to the wheels. It's designed to help you steer smoothly and safely. In certain situations, like driving on rough roads or in hot weather, the tie rod could become damaged.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tie rod breaks, your vehicle's handling and control could be affected, making it harder to steer. This increases the risk of a crash, which could result in serious harm to you or others on the road.
Free Fix
Your dealership will replace the tie rod assembly at no cost to you. This repair is included in the recall, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the notification letter.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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Critical #19V732000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The counterbalance shaft in your vehicle helps balance the rotation of your engine. In some 2019-2020 330i, 330i xDrive, and Z4 models, the needle roller bearings were installed incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the counterbalance shaft separates, your engine could suffer severe damage, which could lead to a crash while you're driving.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the entire engine with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 330i, 330i xDrive, and 2019 Z4 vehicles. The needle roller bearings of the counterbalance shafts may have been improperly installed, potentially causing the counterbalance shaft to loosen.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the counterbalance shaft loosens, severe engine damage could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Moderate #25V636000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter relay in your vehicle is a small electrical component that helps the engine start when you turn the key. It's possible that the relay in your 2019-2022 model year BMW could be prone to overheating and short-circuiting due to corrosion.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter relay fails, it could cause a fire. This is a serious risk, especially if you're driving or parking your vehicle near flammable materials.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter relay with a new one, at no cost to you. In the meantime, please park your vehicle outside and away from nearby buildings until the repair is done.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 14, 2025.
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Moderate #20V516000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The headlight in your Z4 or Supra is the part that shines light on the road. It's designed to be fixed in place, but in some cases, it can be adjusted horizontally, which is not supposed to be possible.
Risk if Unfixed
If the headlight moves out of position, it could shine directly into the eyes of oncoming drivers, or create a blind spot for you, making it harder to see the road. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW or Toyota dealer will inspect and adjust the headlight adjustment plugs to make sure they're working correctly, and will do it at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after getting the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The headlamps are able to be adjusted horizontally. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Should the headlamps be adjusted horizontally, there could be increased glare and reduced visibility for oncoming drivers, or reduced visibility for the vehicle operator, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp vertical and horizontal adjustment plugs, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. BMW owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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Under Review #19V684000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The back-up camera in your vehicle is a critical safety feature that shows you what's behind your car when you're reversing. In some affected models, you might accidentally adjust the camera settings so that the image doesn't show up when you're in reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could be driving in reverse without seeing what's behind you, increasing the chance of a crash or collision.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the camera software to ensure the image always appears when you're in reverse — and it's completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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Browse by Component

ENGINE
2 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall

Other BMW Z4 Years

2023
2 recalls
2022
3 recalls
2021
5 recalls
2020
6 recalls
2016
1 recall
2015
1 recall
2014
3 recalls
2013
3 recalls
2012
4 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
5 recalls
2009
4 recalls
2008
2 recalls
2007
2 recalls
2006
2 recalls
2004
1 recall
2003
4 recalls

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