2007 BMW Z4 Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 18%of 33 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2007 BMW Z4, 18% of the 33 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,600 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Mini cooper made by Bmw. Trouble light appears. Engine switches to low power. Can happen at freeway speeds without notice. Less than 100 miles on car at first incident. At first dealer service, dealer suggested in might be brand of gasoline. Multiple incidents since purchase without notice and with different brand name gasoline.”
NHTSA complaint #10199450, filed 2007-08, 100 miles“The contact owns a 2007 BMW Z4. The contact stated that after driving in the vehicle for approximately 20 minutes, he would become disoriented, experienced headaches, and blurred vision. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the muffler welding material had deteriorated and was damaged. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure and indicated that no exhaust leak was present. The contact later received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). …”
NHTSA complaint #11461659, filed 2022-04, 9,200 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Bmw Z4. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and inspected under the hood and underneath the vehicle. The contact found no issues. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. The vehicle was next towed to the local dealer Bmw dealer to be diagnosed. The mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11417683, filed 2021-05, 81,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Bmw z4m. While driving 10 MPH, the contact stated that he hit a bump in the road when he heard a loud snap coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The dealer advised him that the passenger side engine bolts had fractured and that the engine was not attached to the vehicle. The manufacturer was was aware of the failure. The vehicle was awaiting repairs. The current and failure mileages were 34,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10419995, filed 2011-08, 34,000 miles“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.”
NHTSA complaint #11497566, filed 2022-12Related recalls
- 22V119000Mar 2, 2022BMW 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…Covers: BMW Z4 2006–2011, 3 Series 2006–2012, 128I 2008–2013 +3 more
- 17V683000Oct 30, 2017BMW 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…Covers: BMW Z4 2007–2011, 328I 2007–2011, 525I 2007–2011 +5 more
Related service bulletins
- 10181214Sep 1, 2020Power Reduction, FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The ?Service Engine Soon? (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This…
- 10151247Apr 1, 2016N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME - Diagnostic Hints. The customer may complain about one of the following: Rough engine…
- 10148087Jul 1, 2014External Engine Oil Leaks and Repairs. During the vehicle's operational life, normal engine oil seepage or sweating, in addition to accumulated road dust, dirt and grime in the…
- 10038217Mar 1, 2013Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm updated on 4/24/2013.
- 10032779Nov 1, 2012Bmw vehicle: the service engine soon (mil) lamp is illuminated and a power reduction is clearly perceptible. This situation may occur after driving for some time with the engine…
- 10042684Sep 1, 2011Bmw: on some vehicles, the high pressure fuel pump has an internal component that may fail and causing drivability symptoms such as erratic engine operation and longer starting…
- 10037700Jan 1, 2011Bmw: there may be excessive cranking before the vehicle starts. The service engine soon light may also be on with a lack of engine power.
- 10037010Jul 1, 2010Bmw: six different models equipped with the m54 engine could have valve covers break in cold weather and ruin the engine. This is due to moisture accumulation.
- 10025701Jul 1, 2010N54-diagnosis for dme fc 29dc/2fbf for models e90, e92 produced from 06/06 and e93, e60, e61 produced from 03/07. *pe updated 7/8/09. *pe models e82, e88 produced from start 2000…
- 10037702Jun 1, 2010Bmw: when at lower speeds or stopping the engine idle dips too low because of a software problem.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | 40% |
| 2014 | 2 | 29% |
| 2013 | 1 | 14% |
| 2012 | 3 | 60% |
| 2011 | 7 | 15% |
| 2010 | 3 | 30% |
| 2009 | 1 | 5% |
| 2008 | 2 | 11% |
| 2007 | 6 | 18% |
| 2006 | 4 | 4% |
| 2003 | 11 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2007 BMW Z4
11 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 BMW Z4
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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