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BMW Z4 E85/E86 recalls: manufacturer campaigns

1 documented manufacturer recall: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaign
1
of 6 versions affected
3
official RappelConso notices
2

This guide has not been translated yet: it is shown in its original French version.

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

VersionRecalls
  • 2.0i 150Petrol · 150 hp
  • 2.5si 218Petrol · 218 hp
  • 3.0si 265Petrol · 265 hp
  • 2.5i 192Petrol · 192 hp
  • 2.5i 192 BVAPetrol · 192 hp
  • 3.0i 231Petrol · 231 hp
No documented recall

Each campaign in detail

  1. Connecteur de la batterie : rappel de 2018

    Manufacturer recall

    Un rappel de juillet 2018 concerne les Z4 sorties d'usine entre 2006 et 2009 : le connecteur du câble positif de la batterie peut être défectueux et provoquer une panne électrique du véhicule et du moteur en roulant. Faites vérifier auprès d'un concessionnaire que la campagne a été réalisée.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Single source so far: to be confirmed.

    Versions
    2.0i 150, 2.5si 218, 3.0si 265
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Official notices published in France (RappelConso)

Notices from the French consumer authority (DGCCRF) linked to this model, collected on 29 October 2026.

  • 26 July 2021 — Une rupture de fatigue par vibration de la tige de voie peut se produire en raison d’une charge de flexion exceptionnelle. Une telle défaillance entraînerait une perte de contrôle de la roue d’un côté du véhicule, ce qui augmenterait le risque d’accident.

    Models or references
    3, z4, x3m, x4m
    Risk
    Blessures
    Official notice (new tab)

  • 5 February 2021 — Le réservoir de carburant peut ne pas avoir été fabriqué conformément aux spécifications. Par conséquent, en cas d’accident, le carburant pourrait s’échapper du réservoir et/ou le joint soudé pourrait se diviser, ce qui augmente le risque d’incendie.

    Models or references
    Z4 voiture de tourisme
    Risk
    Blessures|incendie
    Official notice (new tab)

Checking that a recall was done

  1. Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
  2. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
  3. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

ModelRecallsKnown faultsReliability
Audi TT I244.5/5
Audi TT II (8J)133.0/5
Nissan 350Z Z33024.5/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the BMW Z4 E85/E86 had?

We have documented 1 manufacturer recall for the BMW Z4 E85/E86: Connecteur de la batterie : rappel de 2018.

Which versions of the BMW Z4 E85/E86 are affected?

Affected versions: 2.0i 150 (1), 2.5si 218 (1), 3.0si 265 (1). No documented recall for: 2.5i 192, 2.5i 192 BVA, 3.0i 231.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used BMW Z4 E85/E86?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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