2022 BMW Z4 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
18/100
#10 most-complained of 12 Z4 years
The 2022 BMW Z4 has a Complaint Index of 18, ranking 10th out of 12 model years, with 1 complaint and 3 recalls on file. Compared to years like 2011 (index 100), the 2022 model shows very low complaint volume.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 26.5
- 23.5 city / 30.5 hwy
Top 2022 BMW Z4 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System1 (100%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (100%)
What owners report
- Owners report waiting for recall parts related to the electrical system and visibility campaign (NHTSA Campaign 23V099000) that were unavailable for an extended period.
- One owner said the manufacturer acknowledged the delay but could not provide a timeline for the software update remedy.
2022 BMW Z4 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V056000Jan 30, 2026Electrical System87,394 vehicles
Electrical system:starter assembly
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Risk: Fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V636000Sep 23, 2025Electrical System199,674 vehiclesPark Outside
Electrical system:starter assembly:relay
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.
Risk: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
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 became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.
- NHTSA 23V099000Feb 17, 2023Electrical System3,193 vehicles
Electrical system:software
BMW of North Americal, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M2), and 2022-2023 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."
Risk: Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software for the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. In addition, the digital key function via cellular service and Wi-Fi capability will be deactivated until the vehicle is updated with new software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2022 BMW Z4 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 23.5 MPG
- Highway
- 30.5 MPG
- Combined
- 26.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,025
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Z4 years
Frequently asked questions
- How many complaints does the 2022 BMW Z4 have?
- NHTSA lists 1 complaint for the 2022 BMW Z4, with a Complaint Index of 18 and no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- Does the 2022 BMW Z4 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 BMW Z4, all involving the electrical system, including one that advises owners to park outside due to fire risk from the engine starter.
- How does the 2022 Z4 compare to other model years?
- The 2022 Z4 ranks 10th worst out of 12 model years with data, with a Complaint Index of 18, much lower than 2011's index of 100, which is the worst year for this model.
- What is the top problem area for the 2022 BMW Z4?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, accounting for 100% of the single complaint on file.