Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2016 BMW M4
NHTSA data on file today
The 2016 BMW M4 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 22 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #18V713000 Driveshaft may Separate from Flange NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V653000 Rear Sub-Frame Bolts may Loosen NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V782000 Driveshaft Slip-Joint may not have been Greased NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 9 complaints
- Power Train 8 complaints
- Suspension 6 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 3 complaints
- Steering 2 complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
Of the 22 complaints on file, 2 report a fire; across all 22 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $10,000–$20,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2016 BMW M4 has recurring powertrain and engine issues, as reflected in recalls and complaints. These concerns, combined with repair costs, lower its reliability rating compared to competitors.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| driveshaft | 40,000–70,000 miles | $1,500–$2,500 | common |
| engine | 50,000–80,000 miles | $2,000–$5,000 | occasional |
| suspension | 60,000–90,000 miles | $1,000–$3,000 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil change every 10,000 miles
- Brake fluid change every 2 years
- Spark plug replacement every 60,000 miles
- Coolant change every 3 years
- Air filter replacement annually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual vibrations in the drivetrain
- Engine misfires or hesitations
- Excessive oil consumption
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2016 BMW M4 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.