Menu

2016 BMW M4Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2016 BMW M4, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-713 the manufacturer reports only 93% of affected cars repaired.

–
CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Lowest repair rate 93%Owner complaints223 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage33kEngine, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 7, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2016 BMW M4 has problems

22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine91
Power train80
Suspension60
Fuel/propulsion system31
Steering20
Fuel system, gasoline10
Seats11
Service brakes10
Electrical system11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2016 BMW M4 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

97%repaired · 2018 Q1

Structure: frame and members

Recall 16V-653 · Sep 9, 2016 · 196 vehicles · 190 repaired

Risk. Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

98%repaired · 2017 Q2

Driveline: driveshaft

Recall 15V-782 · Nov 23, 2015 · 42 vehicles · 41 repaired

Risk. If the slip-joint fails, there would be a loss of power to the rear axle and therefore the vehicle would stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.

Best & worst years

2016 vs. every other M4 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the M4 median. How we score

'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'24'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2016 BMW M4 safety ratings

2016 BMW M4 C RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What M4 owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

DIAGNOSED WITH COOLING SYSTEM ISSUE, 2ND COOLING SYSTEM DRY/LOW OR LEAKING, TRANSMISSION ISSUE, CODE 537, POWER TRAIN ISSUE, CAR IS QUICK SHIFTING AND SKIPPING FROM 5TH TO 7TH GEAR WITH A BUZZING SOUND, AND WITHOUT A DROP IN POWER. THE CAR ONLY HAS 48,000 MILES. WE BOUGHT THIS CAR 5 MONTHS AGO FROM…
Complaint 11338878 · Jul 12, 2020 · 48,000 miles
THE CRANK HUB ON THIS VEHICLE CAN SPUN AND BRAKE INSIDE THE ENGINE WITHOUT ANY WARNING, IF THAT HAPPENS ON A HWY FOR EXAMPLE THE VEHICLE WILL COMPLETELY LOOSE POWER AND I CAN BE INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT WHICH MAYBE FATAL.
Complaint 11309554 · Feb 16, 2020 · 33,000 miles
MULTIPLE OWNERS WITH THE SAME PLATFORM ARE REPORTING HAVING ISSUES WITH THE HUB SPINNING AND BREAKING WE ALL FEEL LIKE THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT THAT NEEDS TO BE RECALLED
Complaint 11289873 · Dec 18, 2019

Own a 2016 M4?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.