- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles, incompatible electronic air bag system processors may have been installed.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, air bag deployment may not occur, increasing the risk of injuries to the driver and/or front passenger.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the air bag system processors. The recall began june 11, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle safety record
2003 BMW Z4 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2003 BMW Z4 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 2004 for the air bags.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Z4 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2003 BMW Z4 recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles, under certain environmental conditions, a vapor lock in the fuel pump could occur causing the engine to stall. If this were to happen, the engine would not be able to be restarted for approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- The risk
- If stalling were to occur, the driver would be unable to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a resistor in the electrical line powering the fuel pump in order to prevent an occurrence of vapor lock. The recall began may 11, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
- The problem
- On certain vehicles equipped with 18" tires, it is possible that the tire has been damaged during the mounting process to the rim.
- The risk
- Consequently, a loss of tire pressure, or a tire failure, could occur. Depending on traffic conditions and the driver's reactions, this could lead to a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will unseat the tire from its rim, inspect for any damage, and then reseat the tire to its rim. If inspection reveals that a front tire has incurred damage during the mounting process, it will be replaced. Owner notification began july 14, 2003. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles, the connection of the safety belt buckle to the steel rope of the tensioner does not meet bmw specifications. In severe frontal crashes, this connection can detach.
- The risk
- If the connection detaches, the protection provided by the safety belt is likely to be impaired, and serious injuries to the driver and/or front passenger could occur that might otherwise be mitigated.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect both front safety belt tensioner and buckle assemblies, and if necessary, replace these parts. Owner notification began march 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
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All Z4 years2003 BMW Z4 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 0 | 4 | C | |
| 2003 BMW 3 Series | 489 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster | 414 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2003 BMW M3 Convertible | 141 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2003 BMW M3 Coupe | 141 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2003 BMW 5 Series Sport Wagon | 119 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2003 BMW 7 Series | 97 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2003 BMW K1200LT | 21 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2003 BMW M5 | 18 | 1 | F | Compare |
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Questions about the 2003 BMW Z4
Does the 2003 BMW Z4 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2003 BMW Z4: air bags (May 2004); fuel pump (April 2004); tires (June 2003); buckle assembly (February 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2003 BMW Z4 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2003 BMW Z4 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical BMW Z4 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2003 BMW Z4 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data