NHTSA — Engine Problems

2.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
60,343 miles

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2006 BMW Z4 engine problems

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2006 BMW Z4 Owner Comments

problem #5

Jun 012022

Z4

  • 120,000 miles

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The contact owns a 2006 BMW Z4. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. Additionally, there was a burning odor on the inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who changed the engine spark plugs however, the failure persisted. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

- Booneville, MS, USA

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problem #4

Jul 052019

Z4

  • 15 miles
My battery is in good condition but I can't start the engine.-700km oil service warning light display on my dash.fuel pump is working.them open the key like that sound gap gap is come out...pls help me...

- Yangon, CA, USA

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problem #3

May 202016

Z4

  • 60,000 miles
Spring in steering wheel that is part of air bag causes warning light. Less than 50 K miles electrical issues. Have had 2 replace the batteries twice in 5 years. Having to replace the blower motor twice, and the console controls for air conditioner and heater. Lastly, when the engine is warm and you come to a stop light, the engine surges drastically. BMW service claims that it is normal. And

- Bremerton, WA, USA

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problem #2

Jul 182014

Z4

  • 45,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 BMW Z4. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the engine suddenly lost power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed that the intake cam and the valves needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,000.

- Martinsville, IN, USA

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problem #1

Mar 082014

Z4 6-cyl

  • 76,700 miles
The contact owns a 2006 BMW Z4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was unable to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was unknown. The mechanic diagnosed the engine as having low compression and he heard the timing chain flapping. The mechanic recommended the dealer taking a look at the vehicle. The dealer determined the bolts holding the timing chain tensioner had sheared off. Updated 07/15/14

- North Brunkswick, NJ, USA

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