2024 BMW Z4 M40IRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2024 BMW Z4 M40I. Most complaints involve engine (1). The EPA rates it 26 mpg combined.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Engine1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Z4 M40I model year we’ve synced.
Only one model year synced so far.
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Deaths reported
- 0
What owners report most
Engine
“Car hesitate/stutters when cold and you try to accelerate from a standstill with partial throttle. No engine codes are set. BMW could not duplicate issue.”
Engines, transmissions & drive
- EPA class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S8)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
EPA fuel economy by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z4 M40i Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,050 | 338 |
- 26mpg comb.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Maintenance basics
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
2024 Z4 M40I questions
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW Z4 M40I have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 30, 2026.
What are the most common 2024 BMW Z4 M40I problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2024 BMW Z4 M40I get?
The EPA rates the 2024 BMW Z4 M40I at 26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).