Is the 2026 BMW Z4 safe to drive?

The 2026 BMW Z4 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 26V438000

Moderate Plain English 2026-07-08

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

What Happened

The starter motor in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In some 2023-2024 Toyota Supras, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupes, and other models, the starter motor's internal component can wear out and overheat.

Risk if Unfixed

If the starter motor overheats, it could catch fire, which could lead to serious injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will replace the starter motor with a new one, at no cost to you. They'll do this repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and you should schedule it right away to avoid any potential risks.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #26V438000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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