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2007 BMW Z4Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 33 owner complaints for the 2007 BMW Z4. Most complaints involve steering (11) and engine and engine cooling (6). The EPA rates it 17–22 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
17–22mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Mar 2022
Owner complaints
33
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$3,600est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Engine and engine cooling: crankcase (pcv)

Remedy pending

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Engine and engine coolingReported Mar 2, 2022NHTSA 22V119000

Engine and engine cooling: crankcase (pcv)

Remedy pending

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Engine and engine coolingReported Oct 30, 2017NHTSA 17V683000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 31, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

33 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2007 – Dec 2022
  1. Steering11
  2. Engine and engine cooling6
  3. Air bags6
  4. Engine4
  5. Electrical system4
  6. Exterior lighting2
  7. Suspension2
  8. Vehicle speed control1
  9. Electronic stability control (esc)1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Z4 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
200733
200819
20221
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
1
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 31, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Steering

11 reports2 crashes1 fire
“CASE NUMBER [XXX] FROM FARS 2012 DATABASE. CAR RAN OFF RIGHT SIDE OF ROADWAY WHILE NEGOTIATING CURVE IN ROAD AND HIT A TREE. SOLE-OCCUPANT DRIVER PERISHED IN SUBSEQUENT FIRE. SIX MONTHS BEFORE ACCIDENT, VICTIM REPORTED THAT CAR "OCCASIONALLY POPS AND/OR SQUEAKS WHEN CORNERING" IN REQUEST FOR SERVICE APPOINTMENT WITH STEVENS CREEK BMW. PLS NOTE THAT LAT/LONG IN FARS CONTRADICTS REPORT THAT ACCIDENT OCCURRED ON CENTRAL EXPWY EASTBOUND IMMEDIATELY EAST OF BERNARDO AVE. *TT *TT”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 21, 2018SteeringCrash reportedFire reportedODI 11121221

Engine and engine cooling

6 reports
“The contact owns a 2007 BMW Z4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 15, 2022Engine and engine coolingODI 11497566

Air bags

6 reports1 crash
“'AIRBAGS HAVE NEVER BEEN DEPLOYED ACCORDING TO CARFAX HISTORY. I WAS COMMUTING HOME, WAITING AT A STOP LIGHT, WHEN I HEARD A VERY LOUD POP. AT FIRST, I THOUGHT SOMETHING HAD FALLEN ON TO MY CAR BECAUSE THE DASH DID NOT EXPLODE. REVERALING THE AIRBAG. I STARTED TO SMELL SMOKE COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE AND NOTICED THAT THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON. I WASN'T ABLE TO START THE CAR GIVEN THE BATTERY SAFETY TERMINAL DISENGAGED. I AM LUCKY THAT THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY, OR EVEN DEPLOY WHILE I WAS DRIVING.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 16, 2019Air bagsODI 11170410
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 31, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

8 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Two Seaters
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl · 3.2L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S6) · Manual 6-spd
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.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 31, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Z4 3.0i
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182822$3,600404
Z4 3.0si
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182822$3,600404
Z4 Coupe
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182822$3,600404
Z4 3.0i
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182821$3,800423
Z4 3.0si
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182821$3,800423
Z4 Coupe
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182821$3,800423
Z4 M Coupe
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152217$4,700523
Z4 M Roadster
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152217$4,700523
  • Z4 3.0i
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 28 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Z4 3.0si
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 28 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Z4 Coupe
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 28 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Z4 3.0i
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 28 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Z4 3.0si
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 28 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Z4 Coupe
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 28 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Z4 M Coupe
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.2 L
    15 city · 22 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Z4 M Roadster
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.2 L
    15 city · 22 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 31, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2007 BMW Z4 as of Oct 31, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 31, 2026Vehicle 2308Vehicle 2166
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat 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
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2007 Z4 questions

How many recalls does the 2007 BMW Z4 have?

2 safety recalls as of Oct 31, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2007 BMW Z4 problems?

Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (11), engine and engine cooling (6), air bags (6). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2007 BMW Z4 get?

The EPA rates the 2007 BMW Z4 at 17–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 31, 2026