2013 BMW Z4

Few complaints for any year of this model, so the data can't tell this year apart much. 6 serious complaints of 7, the most about structure (2) and air bags (2); 1.3× this model's usual share of all serious complaints about 2013 vehicles. 3 recalls. NHTSA investigation PE13030: loss of power assist braking.

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage When starting a cold engine, a ""plume of blue smoke"" can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. (B111116, Oct 2016)
• Extended coverage The engine coolant thermostat component-specific limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 (SIB010717, Jun 2017)
• Extended coverage The engine's intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification (SIM010717, Jun 2017)
• Extended coverage N20 Engine Coolant Thermostat: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles (B010116, Dec 2017)
• Extended coverage When performing ISTA/D diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the Footwell Module (FRM) could fail. (B012016, Aug 2016)
• Repair program BMW of North America, LLC BMW NA is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date (SIB110317, Jul 2021)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

7 owner complaints · 3 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 19–26 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2013 trims and features